Human Resources Specialists Salary in Northeastern Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeastern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $60,770 -16.7% vs national
Median hourly $29.21
10th percentile $39,250
90th percentile $105,560
Employed locally 460
National median $72,910

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,250
    25th
    $48,000
    50th (median)
    $60,770
    75th
    $79,880
    90th
    $105,560

    Top-paying metros for Human Resources Specialists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $114,080
    District of Columbia $102,500
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $100,600
    Lexington Park, MD $97,490
    Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV $97,340
    Parkersburg-Vienna, WV $89,860

    Related occupations in Northeastern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors $62,750
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other $84,530
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists $55,310
    Project Management Specialists $87,450
    Compliance Officers $68,530
    Logisticians $93,750

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Human Resources Specialists make per hour in Northeastern Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Human Resources Specialists in Northeastern Pennsylvania is $29.21, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $55.23 or more per hour.

    Is Northeastern Pennsylvania above or below average for Human Resources Specialists salaries?

    The median Human Resources Specialists salary in Northeastern Pennsylvania is 16.7% below the national median of $72,910. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Human Resources Specialists in Northeastern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Human Resources Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $39,250 per year in Northeastern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $48,000.