Human Resources Specialists Salary in Southwest Louisiana

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

Median annual salary $58,590 -19.6% vs national
Median hourly $28.17
10th percentile $33,750
90th percentile $91,260
Employed locally 180
National median $72,910

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $33,750
    25th
    $44,050
    50th (median)
    $58,590
    75th
    $69,990
    90th
    $91,260

    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 Louisiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors $63,760
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other $64,790
    Project Management Specialists $82,440
    Compliance Officers $53,080
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents $60,900
    Loan Officers $51,130

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Human Resources Specialists in Southwest Louisiana is $28.17, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $39.93 or more per hour.

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

    The median Human Resources Specialists salary in Southwest Louisiana is 19.6% 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 Louisiana?

    Entry-level Human Resources Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $33,750 per year in Southwest Louisiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $44,050.