Human Resources Specialists Salary in Northwest Alabama

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Alabama nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $57,530 -21.1% vs national
Median hourly $27.66
10th percentile $38,080
90th percentile $91,990
Employed locally 260
National median $72,910

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,080
    25th
    $45,730
    50th (median)
    $57,530
    75th
    $70,580
    90th
    $91,990

    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 Northwest Alabama

    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors $67,490
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents $56,970
    Loan Officers $63,030
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists $46,660
    Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators $58,450
    Compliance Officers $60,580

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Human Resources Specialists make per hour in Northwest Alabama?

    The median hourly wage for Human Resources Specialists in Northwest Alabama is $27.66, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $49.96 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Alabama above or below average for Human Resources Specialists salaries?

    The median Human Resources Specialists salary in Northwest Alabama is 21.1% 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 Northwest Alabama?

    Entry-level Human Resources Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $38,080 per year in Northwest Alabama. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $45,730.