Human Resources Administrative Specialist Salary in the United States

How much does a Human Resources Administrative Specialist make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Human Resources Administrative Specialist in the United States is $106,876 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $51.

However, a Human Resources Administrative Specialist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $125,952
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $99,180 to $116,861
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $92,173
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Human Resources Administrative Specialist Salaries by Percentile

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Wage
75th Percentile $116,861 $9,738 $2,247 $56
Average $106,876 $8,906 $2,055 $51
25th Percentile $99,180 $8,265 $1,907 $48
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Key Factors That Influence Human Resources Administrative Specialist Salaries

A Human Resources Administrative 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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Human Resources Administrative Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Human Resources Administrative 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:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $103,669
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $104,203
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $105,059
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $106,128
  • Expert (over 8 years): $107,736
Levels Salary
Entry Level Human Resources Administrative Specialist$103,669
Intermediate Level Human Resources Administrative Specialist$104,203
Senior Level Human Resources Administrative Specialist$105,059
Specialist Level Human Resources Administrative Specialist$106,128
Expert Level Human Resources Administrative Specialist$107,736
$103,669 0 yr
$104,203 < 2 yrs
$105,059 2-4 yrs
$106,128 5-8 yrs
$107,736 > 8 yrs
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How Do Human Resources Administrative 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 Human Resources Administrative Specialists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $118,333.
  • California: $117,884.
  • Massachusetts: $116,313.

Top Paying Cities for Human Resources Administrative 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:

  • San Jose: $134,803
  • San Francisco: $133,477
  • Oakland: $130,517

What Skills Can Increase a Human Resources Administrative Specialist's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 4.48% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • Microsoft Office (Mentioned in 3.99% Job Postings): Microsoft Office is a suite of desktop productivity applications that is designed by Microsoft for business use. You can create documents containing text and images, work with data in spreadsheets and databases, create presentations and posters.
  • Business Administration (Mentioned in 2.02% Job Postings): It is the management of all aspects of a business's performance, decisions, and organization. It includes the day to day operations, aspects including finances and human resources, and ensures the company stays aligned to the goal or mission.
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Leadership 4.48%
Microsoft Office 3.99%
Business Administration 2.02%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Human Resources Administrative Specialist's salary.
  • Labor Relations: Can increase your salary by up to 16%.
  • Planning: Can increase your salary by up to 14%.
  • Leadership: Can increase your salary by up to 13%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Labor Relations
 $123,976
16%
Planning
 $121,839
14%
Leadership
 $120,770
13%
Employee Relations
 $116,495
9%
Employee Engagement
 $116,495
9%
Talent Management
 $115,426
8%
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How Education impacts a Human Resources Administrative Specialist's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Human Resources Administrative Specialists enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Human Resources Administrative Specialist with a Bachelor's Degree is between $112,491 and $119,048).

Human Resources Administrative Specialist Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Human Resources Administrative Specialist
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.0%
High School 9.5%
Associates 5.9%
Bachelors 47.3%
Masters 34.1%
Doctorate 2.2%
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Human Resources Administrative Specialist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Human Resources Administrative 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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$99,180
Average $106,876/year
$116,861
$8,265
Average $8,906/month
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$1,907
Average $2,055/week
$2,247
$48
Average $51/hour
$56
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $116,861 $9,738 $2,247 $56
Average $106,876 $8,906 $2,055 $51
25th Percentile $99,180 $8,265 $1,907 $48

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Salary Trends for Human Resources Administrative Specialist

Salaries for a Human Resources Administrative Specialist can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $104,599 in 2023 to around $102,605 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Human Resources Administrative Specialist salary trends, .

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