Human Resources Specialists Salary in Northwestern Wisconsin

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

Median annual salary $62,340 -14.5% vs national
Median hourly $29.97
10th percentile $40,260
90th percentile $99,060
Employed locally 170
National median $72,910

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $40,260
    25th
    $51,280
    50th (median)
    $62,340
    75th
    $78,310
    90th
    $99,060

    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 Northwestern Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors $68,490
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other $76,790
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists $56,090
    Project Management Specialists $81,970
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents $64,190
    Training and Development Specialists $69,250

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Human Resources Specialists in Northwestern Wisconsin is $29.97, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $48.63 or more per hour.

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

    The median Human Resources Specialists salary in Northwestern Wisconsin is 14.5% 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 Northwestern Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Human Resources Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $40,260 per year in Northwestern Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $51,280.