Human Resources Specialists Salary in Northwest Illinois

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

Median annual salary $64,190 -12% vs national
Median hourly $30.86
10th percentile $45,290
90th percentile $103,470
Employed locally 380
National median $72,910

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $45,290
    25th
    $52,990
    50th (median)
    $64,190
    75th
    $81,610
    90th
    $103,470

    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 Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors$64,250
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other$74,370
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents$65,780
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists$55,560
    Loan Officers$76,600
    Training and Development Specialists$67,450

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Human Resources Specialists in Northwest Illinois is $30.86, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $51.64 or more per hour.

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

    The median Human Resources Specialists salary in Northwest Illinois is 12% 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 Illinois?

    Entry-level Human Resources Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $45,290 per year in Northwest Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $52,990.