Human Resources Specialists Salary in Southeast Missouri

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

Median annual salary $59,030 -19% vs national
Median hourly $28.38
10th percentile $38,050
90th percentile $98,080
Employed locally 620
National median $72,910

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,050
    25th
    $46,800
    50th (median)
    $59,030
    75th
    $75,680
    90th
    $98,080

    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 Missouri

    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors $59,680
    Loan Officers $76,650
    Compliance Officers $41,480
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other $64,190
    Project Management Specialists $77,200
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents $53,930

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Human Resources Specialists in Southeast Missouri is $28.38, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $48.14 or more per hour.

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

    The median Human Resources Specialists salary in Southeast Missouri is 19% 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 Missouri?

    Entry-level Human Resources Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $38,050 per year in Southeast Missouri. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $46,800.