Human Resources Specialists pay in Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler
In Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler (AZ), the median pay for human resources specialists is $35.88 an hour ($74,640 a year). About 15,430 people work in this job there.
That is 2% lower than the U.S. median ($75,940). It is 5% higher than the Arizona median ($71,390).
Pay range for human resources specialists in Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler (AZ)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $23.32 | $48,510 |
| 25% of workers | $28.23 | $58,720 |
| Half of workers (median) | $35.88 | $74,640 |
| 75% of workers | $46.14 | $95,970 |
| 90% of workers | $55.77 | $116,000 |
Human Resources Specialists pay in Arizona metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Sierra Vista-Douglas | $78,450 | 200 |
| Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler (this page) | $74,640 | 15,430 |
| Yuma | $65,250 | 400 |
| Tucson | $63,950 | 2,130 |
| Flagstaff | $63,430 | 310 |
| Prescott Valley-Prescott | $62,490 | 290 |
| Lake Havasu City-Kingman | $62,400 | 250 |
Arizona unemployment rate: 4.9% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for human resources specialists
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 4 to 6 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +6.4% over ten years, faster than average · about 73,700 openings a year (BLS)
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| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Project Management Specialists | $100,780 |
| Management Analysts | $94,900 |
| Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists | $74,590 |
| Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators | $64,370 |
| Training and Development Specialists | $66,710 |
| Business Operations Specialists, All Other | $84,190 |
| Buyers and Purchasing Agents | $76,820 |
| Compliance Officers | $74,240 |
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