What are the main factors that influence a HR Services Specialist's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for HR Services Specialist?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for HR Services Specialist roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change A HR Services Specialist's salary?

A HR Services Specialist's salary grows with experience: a HR Services Specialist (2-4 years)earns $72,711, a Senior HR Services Specialist (4-7 years)earns $94,922, a HR Services Manager (7+ years)earns $141,735, a HR Services Senior Manager (7+ years)earns $186,883, a HR Services Director (7+ years)earns $225,292,

What are the highest paying states for a HR Services Specialist?

HR Services Specialist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for HR Services Specialist roles are District of Columbia $79,496, California $79,194, Massachusetts $78,139. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of HR Services Specialist roles make?

Salaries for HR Services Specialist level roles vary by specialization: HR Services Director: $222,467; VP of HR Shared Services: $216,000; HR Shared Services Director: $162,400; HR Services Manager: $139,958; Senior HR Services Specialist: $93,732.

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HR Services Specialist Salary in Delaware

How much does a HR Services Specialist make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a HR Services Specialist in Delaware is $72,711 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $35.

However, a HR Services Specialist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $83,311
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $67,962 to $78,259
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $63,639

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HR Services Specialist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$78,259	$6,522	$1,505	$38
Average	$72,711	$6,059	$1,398	$35
25th Percentile	$67,962	$5,664	$1,307	$33

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Key Factors That Influence HR Services Specialist Salaries

A HR Services Specialist's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects HR Services Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a HR Services Specialist's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

HR Services Specialist (2-4 years): $72,711
Senior HR Services Specialist (4-7 years): $94,922
HR Services Manager (7+ years): $141,735
HR Services Senior Manager (7+ years): $186,883
HR Services Director (7+ years): $225,292

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
HR Services Specialist	2-4 years	$72,711
Senior HR Services Specialist	4-7 years	$94,922
HR Services Manager	7+ years	$141,735
HR Services Senior Manager	7+ years	$186,883
HR Services Director	7+ years	$225,292

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How Do HR Services Specialist Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract HR Services Specialists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $79,496.
California: $79,194.
Massachusetts: $78,139.

District of Columbia $79,496 California $79,194 Massachusetts $78,139 Washington $77,852 New Jersey $77,823 Alaska $77,722 Connecticut $76,732 New York $76,330

Hawaii $75,044 Rhode Island $74,441 Maryland $74,032 Minnesota $73,472 Colorado $73,257 Illinois $73,185 Oregon $72,912 Delaware $72,711

New Hampshire $72,584 Virginia $72,302 Pennsylvania $71,476 Nevada $71,059 North Dakota $70,923 Michigan $70,708 Wisconsin $70,629 Vermont $70,471

Texas $70,033 Maine $70,004 Arizona $69,961 Ohio $69,911 Georgia $69,250 Indiana $68,920 Wyoming $68,855 Utah $68,755

Iowa $68,712 Kansas $68,367 Louisiana $68,266 North Carolina $68,231 Missouri $68,216 Florida $67,936 Montana $67,785 Nebraska $67,642

Kentucky $67,563 South Carolina $67,276 Tennessee $67,096 Idaho $67,024 New Mexico $66,500 Oklahoma $66,385 Alabama $65,962 South Dakota $65,251

Arkansas $64,863 West Virginia $64,655 Mississippi $64,030

Top Paying Cities for HR Services Specialists

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $72,383
Little Creek: $72,913
Magnolia: $72,808

Lincoln, DE $72,383 Little Creek, DE $72,913 Magnolia, DE $72,808 Milford, DE $72,567 Marydel, DE $72,686 Millsboro, DE $72,080 Millville, DE $72,191 Milton, DE $72,316

Nassau, DE $72,368 Ocean View, DE $72,179 Rehoboth Beach, DE $72,317 Seaford, DE $72,358 Selbyville, DE $72,059 Smyrna, DE $72,964 Viola, DE $72,628 Woodside, DE $72,823

Bear, DE $72,655 Newark, DE $72,628 Claymont, DE $72,776 Delaware City, DE $72,700 Hockessin, DE $72,621 Kirkwood, DE $72,686 Middletown, DE $72,714 Montchanin, DE $72,638

New Castle, DE $72,648 Odessa, DE $72,750 Port Penn, DE $72,799 Rockland, DE $72,645 Saint Georges, DE $72,691 Townsend, DE $72,803 Winterthur, DE $72,653 Lewes, DE $72,344

Wilmington, DE $72,625 Dover, DE $72,913 Dover Afb, DE $72,529 Bethany Beach, DE $72,103 Bethel, DE $72,177 Bridgeville, DE $72,348 Camden Wyoming, DE $72,708 Cheswold, DE $72,890

Clayton, DE $72,892 Dagsboro, DE $72,052 Delmar, DE $71,937 Ellendale, DE $72,155 Felton, DE $72,562 Fenwick Island, DE $72,068 Frankford, DE $71,943 Frederica, DE $72,633

Georgetown, DE $72,025 Greenwood, DE $72,359 Harbeson, DE $72,102 Harrington, DE $72,470 Hartly, DE $72,695 Houston, DE $72,366 Kenton, DE $72,895 Laurel, DE $71,982

Yorklyn, DE $72,643

HR Services Specialist Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

HR Services Specialist salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $81,326. While startup companies pay approximate $68,778.

HR Services Specialist Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$68,778
Growth Stage	51~500	$72,743
Established	501~5000	$78,536
Enterprise	5000+	$81,326

HR Services Specialist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For HR Services Specialist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, HR Services Specialist positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view HR Services Specialist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

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Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services	$94,524	$45.0	30%

HR Services Specialist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a HR Services Specialist's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$67,962

Average $72,711/year

$78,259

$5,664

Average $6,059/month

$6,522

$1,307

Average $1,398/week

$1,505

$33

Average $35/hour

$38

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$78,259	$6,522	$1,505	$38
Average	$72,711	$6,059	$1,398	$35
25th Percentile	$67,962	$5,664	$1,307	$33

HR Services Specialist Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a HR Services Specialist, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Senior HR Services Specialist role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $94,922 - a projected growth of 31% over your current level.

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