Human Resources Specialists pay in Tennessee
In Tennessee, the median pay for human resources specialists is $32.39 an hour ($67,370 a year). About 21,460 people work in this job there.
That is 11% lower than the U.S. median ($75,940). Tennessee ranks 36th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for human resources specialists in Tennessee
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $21.94 | $45,630 |
| 25% of workers | $25.91 | $53,890 |
| Half of workers (median) | $32.39 | $67,370 |
| 75% of workers | $40.96 | $85,200 |
| 90% of workers | $52.88 | $109,990 |
Human Resources Specialists pay in Tennessee metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Memphis | $69,150 | 3,650 |
| Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin | $67,380 | 8,210 |
| Knoxville | $67,370 | 2,980 |
| Clarksville | $65,680 | 540 |
| Kingsport-Bristol | $64,620 | 530 |
| Jackson | $63,430 | 370 |
| Johnson City | $61,730 | 360 |
| Chattanooga | $61,660 | 1,550 |
| Cleveland | $60,560 | 200 |
| Morristown | $59,820 | 190 |
Tennessee unemployment rate: 3.4% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for human resources specialists
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Job outlook: +6.4% over ten years, faster than average · about 73,700 openings a year (BLS)
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|---|---|
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| Management Analysts | $99,260 |
| Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists | $69,790 |
| Business Operations Specialists, All Other | $78,690 |
| Buyers and Purchasing Agents | $65,430 |
| Training and Development Specialists | $62,280 |
| Compliance Officers | $63,960 |
| Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators | $78,010 |
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