Human Services Technician Salary in the United States

How much does a Human Services Technician make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Human Services Technician in the United States is $44,219 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $21.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $52,591
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $40,193 to $48,601
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $36,527
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View as table View as graph 25% $40,193 10% $36,527 90% $52,591 75% $48,601 $44,219 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click

Human Services Technician Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $48,601 $4,050 $935 $23
Average $44,219 $3,685 $850 $21
25th Percentile $40,193 $3,349 $773 $19
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Key Factors That Influence Human Services Technician Salaries

A Human Services Technician'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 Services Technician Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Human Services Technician'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): $44,498
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $52,915
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $61,288
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $106,820
  • Expert (over 8 years): $124,854
Levels Salary
Human Ser... Level Human Services Technician$44,498
Human Res... Level Human Services Technician$52,915
Human Res... Level Human Services Technician$61,288
Human Res... Level Human Services Technician$106,820
Human Res... Level Human Services Technician$124,854
$44,498 0 yr
$52,915 < 2 yrs
$61,288 2-4 yrs
$106,820 5-8 yrs
$124,854 > 8 yrs
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How Do Human Services Technician 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 Services Technicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $48,959.
  • California: $48,773.
  • Massachusetts: $48,123.

Top Paying Cities for Human Services Technicians

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: $55,773
  • San Francisco: $55,163
  • Oakland: $54,000

What Skills Can Increase a Human Services Technician's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 5.57% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Employee Relations (Mentioned in 3.72% Job Postings): Establishing and managing all interactions with employees to achieve the goals of the organization.
  • Talent Acquisition (Mentioned in 1.6% Job Postings): Talent acquisition is the process of identifying organizational staffing needs, recruiting qualified candidates and selecting the candidates best suited for the available positions.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 5.57%
Employee Relations 3.72%
Talent Acquisition 1.6%
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 Services Technician's salary.
  • Employment Law: Can increase your salary by up to 17%.
  • Business Administration: Can increase your salary by up to 15%.
  • Employee Engagement: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Employment Law
$51,736
17%
Business Administration
$50,852
15%
Employee Engagement
$49,525
12%
Employee Relations
$49,083
11%
Talent Acquisition
$48,641
10%
Leadership
$48,641
10%
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Human Services Technician Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Human Services Technician roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Human Services Technician positions in Retail & Wholesale or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Human Services Technician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Human Services Technician

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense$53,063$26.020%

How Education impacts a Human Services Technician's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Human Services Technicians enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate 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 Services Technician with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $43,855 and $46,746).

Human Services Technician Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Human Services Technician
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.1%
High School 18.0%
Associates 12.1%
Bachelors 58.9%
Masters 9.8%
Doctorate 0.2%
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Human Services Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Human Services Technician'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.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Human Services Technician

Salaries for a Human Services Technician can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $42,658 in 2023 to around $42,412 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Human Services Technician salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Human Services Technician Over Time

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2023
$42,658
2024
$42,751
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$42,412
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2023 $42,658
2024 $42,751
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  • Cintas Corporation

    Columbus, OH

    Cintas Corporation | Columbus, OH

    Cintas Corporation - - Responsibilities: Install first aid kits, eye wash stations and AEDs at customer sites. Service new and established accounts. Educat... more

    5 Days Ago

  • Cintas

    Columbus, OH

    Cintas | Columbus, OH

    Installation Services Technician. Cintas is seeking an Installation Services Technician. Responsibilities include installing first aid kits, eye wash stati... more

    7 Days Ago

  • Johnson Controls

    Columbus, OH

    Johnson Controls | Columbus, OH

    Job Title. Johnson Controls International plc. is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive... more

    4 Days Ago

  • Miller Environmental Group Inc

    Columbus, OH

    Miller Environmental Group Inc | Columbus, OH

    Field Laborer / Technician Environmental Services. Miller Environmental Group is seeking Field Laborers / Technicians to join our field operations team. Th... more

    3 Days Ago

  • Nelbud

    Columbus, OH

    Nelbud | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Fire Suppression Route Service TechnicianEarn Up to $26/Hour + Sign-On Bonus Available for Licensed Technicians. NELBUD i... more

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  • MD Staff, LLC

    Columbus, OH

    MD Staff, LLC | Columbus, OH

    Emergency Medicine Physician Needed near Columbus, Ohio. An excellent opportunity for a full-time EM Physician to join an Emergency Department team near Co... more

    3 Days Ago

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FAQ about Human Services Technician

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Human Services Technician?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Human Services Technician roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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