Human Resources Specialist salary in Orlando, FL
Median pay, Orlando metro
$65,430/year
about $31.46 an hour full-time
Middle half earns $50,820 – $87,730
Half of human resources specialists in the Orlando metro area earn more than $65,430 a year and half earn less. That's 14% lower than the national median of $75,940, and ranks #29 of the 30 big metro areas we track for this job.
Pay range
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly* |
|---|---|---|
| 10th (entry level) | $44,050 | $21.18 |
| 25th | $50,820 | $24.43 |
| Median (50th) | $65,430 | $31.46 |
| 75th | $87,730 | $42.18 |
| 90th (top earners) | $112,400 | $54.04 |
*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 Orlando metro area, here's how an offer compares:
- Below market under $50,820 ($24.43/hr). Fine for a first job in the field, otherwise worth negotiating.
- Typical $50,820 to $87,730 ($24.43 to $42.18/hr). The middle half of what people in this job earn.
- Strong offer over $87,730 ($42.18/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, Orlando metro. Occupation: Human Resources Specialists (SOC 13-1071). Figures cover wage and salary workers and don't include bonuses, benefits or overtime.