HR Specialist
Human Resources Specialists
SOC 13-1071
How Much Does a HR Specialist Make?
The national median salary for a HR Specialist is $67,650 per year ($32.52/hour), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2024 data).
That's roughly in line with the national median salary of $65,470 for all occupations.
How to Become a HR Specialist
Bachelor's in HR, business, or psychology
SHRM-CP, PHR certifications valued
HR Specialist Job Outlook
Faster than avg — the BLS projects 6% growth from 2024 to 2034.
That's faster than the average across all occupations (4%).
About 73,400 positions are expected to open annually, from both new roles and replacement needs.
Hiring demand; benefits administration complexity
What It's Like to Work as a HR Specialist
This is primarily desk-based or low-physical-effort work.
Some employers offer remote or hybrid arrangements.
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Career data sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2024-34 projections (released August 2025). Salary data: BLS OEWS May 2024.
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