Human Resources Specialists Salary in Southeast Minnesota

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southeast Minnesota nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $72,350 -0.8% vs national
Median hourly $34.78
10th percentile $49,950
90th percentile $112,820
Employed locally 620
National median $72,910

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $49,950
    25th
    $59,160
    50th (median)
    $72,350
    75th
    $90,620
    90th
    $112,820

    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 Southeast Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors $75,540
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists $67,470
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents $74,370
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other $63,480
    Project Management Specialists $92,970
    Loan Officers $81,840

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Human Resources Specialists make per hour in Southeast Minnesota?

    The median hourly wage for Human Resources Specialists in Southeast Minnesota is $34.78, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $52.58 or more per hour.

    Is Southeast Minnesota above or below average for Human Resources Specialists salaries?

    The median Human Resources Specialists salary in Southeast Minnesota is 0.8% 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 Southeast Minnesota?

    Entry-level Human Resources Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $49,950 per year in Southeast Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $59,160.