Human Resources Specialists Salary in South Illinois

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

Median annual salary $61,550 -15.6% vs national
Median hourly $29.59
10th percentile $41,000
90th percentile $99,990
Employed locally 460
National median $72,910

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $41,000
    25th
    $49,060
    50th (median)
    $61,550
    75th
    $76,580
    90th
    $99,990

    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 South Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other$62,820
    Accountants and Auditors$66,120
    Loan Officers$67,530
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents$62,850
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists$50,010
    Management Analysts$103,400

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Human Resources Specialists in South Illinois is $29.59, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $50.08 or more per hour.

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

    The median Human Resources Specialists salary in South Illinois is 15.6% 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 Illinois?

    Entry-level Human Resources Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $41,000 per year in South Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $49,060.