Human Resources Specialists Salary in Northern Indiana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northern Indiana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $60,860 -16.5% vs national
Median hourly $29.26
10th percentile $40,560
90th percentile $94,860
Employed locally 870
National median $72,910

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $40,560
    25th
    $48,760
    50th (median)
    $60,860
    75th
    $76,550
    90th
    $94,860

    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 Northern Indiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors $72,120
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents $62,040
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists $61,840
    Management Analysts $83,550
    Project Management Specialists $84,900
    Training and Development Specialists $54,190

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Human Resources Specialists make per hour in Northern Indiana?

    The median hourly wage for Human Resources Specialists in Northern Indiana is $29.26, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $46.51 or more per hour.

    Is Northern Indiana above or below average for Human Resources Specialists salaries?

    The median Human Resources Specialists salary in Northern Indiana is 16.5% 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 Northern Indiana?

    Entry-level Human Resources Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $40,560 per year in Northern Indiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $48,760.