Human Resources Specialists Salary in South Central Wisconsin

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

Median annual salary $63,740 -12.6% vs national
Median hourly $30.64
10th percentile $44,070
90th percentile $99,720
Employed locally 990
National median $72,910

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $44,070
    25th
    $51,500
    50th (median)
    $63,740
    75th
    $79,610
    90th
    $99,720

    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 South Central Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors $74,820
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists $57,460
    Project Management Specialists $85,650
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents $67,910
    Training and Development Specialists $61,820
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other $62,020

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Human Resources Specialists in South Central Wisconsin is $30.64, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $48.76 or more per hour.

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

    The median Human Resources Specialists salary in South Central Wisconsin is 12.6% 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 South Central Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Human Resources Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $44,070 per year in South Central Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $51,500.