Human Resources Specialists Salary in Southern Indiana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southern Indiana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $60,340 -17.2% vs national
Median hourly $29.01
10th percentile $40,490
90th percentile $100,720
Employed locally 790
National median $72,910

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $40,490
    25th
    $48,530
    50th (median)
    $60,340
    75th
    $78,040
    90th
    $100,720

    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 Southern Indiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors $69,060
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other $100,460
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents $63,540
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists $58,420
    Logisticians $90,480
    Management Analysts $89,990

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Human Resources Specialists make per hour in Southern Indiana?

    The median hourly wage for Human Resources Specialists in Southern Indiana is $29.01, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $49.46 or more per hour.

    Is Southern Indiana above or below average for Human Resources Specialists salaries?

    The median Human Resources Specialists salary in Southern Indiana is 17.2% 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 Southern Indiana?

    Entry-level Human Resources Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $40,490 per year in Southern Indiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $48,530.