Human Resources Specialists Salary in Southern Ohio

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

Median annual salary $57,740 -20.8% vs national
Median hourly $27.76
10th percentile $40,730
90th percentile $98,400
Employed locally 770
National median $72,910

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $40,730
    25th
    $49,910
    50th (median)
    $57,740
    75th
    $75,790
    90th
    $98,400

    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 Ohio

    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors$65,300
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other$68,170
    Project Management Specialists$79,470
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists$57,140
    Training and Development Specialists$60,540
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents$61,370

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Human Resources Specialists in Southern Ohio is $27.76, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $49.70 or more per hour.

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

    The median Human Resources Specialists salary in Southern Ohio is 20.8% 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 Southern Ohio?

    Entry-level Human Resources Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $40,730 per year in Southern Ohio. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $49,910.