Human Resources Specialists Salary in Northwest Colorado

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

Median annual salary $74,220 +1.8% vs national
Median hourly $35.68
10th percentile $45,070
90th percentile $114,100
Employed locally 580
National median $72,910

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $45,070
    25th
    $55,200
    50th (median)
    $74,220
    75th
    $89,080
    90th
    $114,100

    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 Colorado

    OccupationMedian salary
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other $75,590
    Accountants and Auditors $80,770
    Project Management Specialists $99,760
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists $72,740
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents $66,620
    Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners $58,710

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Human Resources Specialists in Northwest Colorado is $35.68, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $52.54 or more per hour.

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

    The median Human Resources Specialists salary in Northwest Colorado is 1.8% above 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 Colorado?

    Entry-level Human Resources Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $45,070 per year in Northwest Colorado. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $55,200.