Human Resources Specialist salary in Baltimore, MD
Median pay, Baltimore metro
$82,380/year
about $39.61 an hour full-time
Middle half earns $64,140 – $108,950
Half of human resources specialists in the Baltimore metro area earn more than $82,380 a year and half earn less. That's 8% higher than the national median of $75,940, and ranks #8 of the 30 big metro areas we track for this job.
Pay range
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly* |
|---|---|---|
| 10th (entry level) | $53,820 | $25.88 |
| 25th | $64,140 | $30.84 |
| Median (50th) | $82,380 | $39.61 |
| 75th | $108,950 | $52.38 |
| 90th (top earners) | $132,620 | $63.76 |
*Yearly pay divided by 2,080 hours (40 hours × 52 weeks), the full-time basis BLS uses.
Is your offer fair?
For a human resources specialist job in the Baltimore metro area, here's how an offer compares:
- Below market under $64,140 ($30.84/hr). Fine for a first job in the field, otherwise worth negotiating.
- Typical $64,140 to $108,950 ($30.84 to $52.38/hr). The middle half of what people in this job earn.
- Strong offer over $108,950 ($52.38/hr). Higher than three quarters of workers here.
Before you accept
- This BLS category includes recruiters, so compare recruiting roles with commission or bonus included.
- HR generalist roles at small companies often cover payroll, benefits and hiring at once. Price the whole job.
- Certifications like SHRM-CP or PHR can support a higher offer.
Also watch for the common warning signs in the posting itself: 15 job posting red flags.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, 2025, Baltimore metro. Occupation: Human Resources Specialists (SOC 13-1071). Figures cover wage and salary workers and don't include bonuses, benefits or overtime.