Human Resources Specialist Salary in San Jose, CA
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$90,992
Hourly Rate
$43.75
/hour
Jobs in Area
775
employed
Human Resources Specialist Salary Range in San Jose, CA
Annual Salary Range
$58k
10th percentile
$74k
25th
$111k
75th
$136k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $58,176 | $27.97 |
| 25th Percentile | $73,570 | $35.37 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $90,992 | $43.75 |
| 75th Percentile | $111,036 | $53.38 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $136,100 | $65.43 |
| Average (Mean) | $97,424 | $46.84 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Human Resources Specialist salary in San Jose, CA is $90,992 per year or $43.75 per hour as of 2024. This is based on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey.
About This Data
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey for 2024. The geographic area covered is the San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/23/2026
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How San Jose, CA Compares
vs National Average
$67,650
vs California Average
$70,655
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$50,607
Cost of living in San Jose, CA is 79.8% above the national average.
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