Human Resources Specialists Salary in Southwest Alabama

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Alabama nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $60,230 -17.4% vs national
Median hourly $28.96
10th percentile $40,270
90th percentile $101,710
Employed locally 260
National median $72,910

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $40,270
    25th
    $47,210
    50th (median)
    $60,230
    75th
    $75,530
    90th
    $101,710

    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 Southwest Alabama

    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors$64,680
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents$70,430
    Loan Officers$64,990
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists$48,930
    Compliance Officers$45,170
    Logisticians$80,210

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Human Resources Specialists make per hour in Southwest Alabama?

    The median hourly wage for Human Resources Specialists in Southwest Alabama is $28.96, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $48.37 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Alabama above or below average for Human Resources Specialists salaries?

    The median Human Resources Specialists salary in Southwest Alabama is 17.4% 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 Southwest Alabama?

    Entry-level Human Resources Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $40,270 per year in Southwest Alabama. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $47,210.