Human Resources Specialists Salary in Northeastern Wisconsin

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

Median annual salary $62,030 -14.9% vs national
Median hourly $29.82
10th percentile $44,120
90th percentile $99,480
Employed locally 940
National median $72,910

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $44,120
    25th
    $50,030
    50th (median)
    $62,030
    75th
    $79,990
    90th
    $99,480

    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 Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors$74,360
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists$59,520
    Project Management Specialists$86,230
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other$72,220
    Training and Development Specialists$66,990
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents$63,630

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Human Resources Specialists in Northeastern Wisconsin is $29.82, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $49.00 or more per hour.

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

    The median Human Resources Specialists salary in Northeastern Wisconsin is 14.9% 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 Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Human Resources Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $44,120 per year in Northeastern Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $50,030.