Human Resources Specialists Salary in District of Columbia
Human Resources Specialists in District of Columbia earn a median of $110,970 a year, +46% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $110,970
- vs. U.S. median
- +46% ($75,940)
- Rank among states
- 1 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 6,910
Pay range in District of Columbia
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $65,280; the top 10% earn over $170,330. Nationally the range is $47,180 to $128,720.
States ranked near District of Columbia
Similar jobs in District of Columbia
- Human Resources Managers$184,350 median in District of Columbia
- Labor Relations Specialists$115,600 median in District of Columbia
- Human Resources Assistants, Except Payroll and Timekeeping$59,050 median in District of Columbia
- Compliance Managers$175,720 median in District of Columbia (broader BLS group)
- Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists$86,710 median in District of Columbia
- Executive Secretaries and Executive Administrative Assistants$90,850 median in District of Columbia
Human Resources Specialists pay in District of Columbia
How much do human resources specialists make in District of Columbia?
The median is $110,970 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $65,280 and the top 10% earn over $170,330. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is District of Columbia a good state for human resources specialists?
On pay alone it ranks 1 of 51 (+46% vs. the national median of $75,940). Living costs are not included.