Human Resources Specialist salary in Dallas, TX
Median pay, Dallas-Fort Worth metro
$70,700/year
about $33.99 an hour full-time
Middle half earns $51,820 – $92,490
Half of human resources specialists in the Dallas-Fort Worth metro area earn more than $70,700 a year and half earn less. That's 7% lower than the national median of $75,940, and ranks #24 of the 30 big metro areas we track for this job.
Pay range
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly* |
|---|---|---|
| 10th (entry level) | $39,630 | $19.05 |
| 25th | $51,820 | $24.91 |
| Median (50th) | $70,700 | $33.99 |
| 75th | $92,490 | $44.47 |
| 90th (top earners) | $120,190 | $57.78 |
*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 Dallas-Fort Worth metro area, here's how an offer compares:
- Below market under $51,820 ($24.91/hr). Fine for a first job in the field, otherwise worth negotiating.
- Typical $51,820 to $92,490 ($24.91 to $44.47/hr). The middle half of what people in this job earn.
- Strong offer over $92,490 ($44.47/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, Dallas-Fort Worth metro. Occupation: Human Resources Specialists (SOC 13-1071). Figures cover wage and salary workers and don't include bonuses, benefits or overtime.