Human Resources Specialists Salary in Western Washington

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Western Washington nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $75,300 +3.3% vs national
Median hourly $36.20
10th percentile $50,960
90th percentile $120,120
Employed locally 570
National median $72,910

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $50,960
    25th
    $62,170
    50th (median)
    $75,300
    75th
    $93,410
    90th
    $120,120

    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 Western Washington

    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors $82,080
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other $79,340
    Project Management Specialists $98,490
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists $64,730
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents $71,350
    Management Analysts $105,440

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Human Resources Specialists make per hour in Western Washington?

    The median hourly wage for Human Resources Specialists in Western Washington is $36.20, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $55.06 or more per hour.

    Is Western Washington above or below average for Human Resources Specialists salaries?

    The median Human Resources Specialists salary in Western Washington is 3.3% above 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 Western Washington?

    Entry-level Human Resources Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $50,960 per year in Western Washington. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $62,170.