Human Resources Specialist salary in Tampa, FL
Median pay, Tampa metro
$65,580/year
about $31.53 an hour full-time
Middle half earns $51,060 – $91,170
Half of human resources specialists in the Tampa metro area earn more than $65,580 a year and half earn less. That's 14% lower than the national median of $75,940, and ranks #28 of the 30 big metro areas we track for this job.
Pay range
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly* |
|---|---|---|
| 10th (entry level) | $44,530 | $21.41 |
| 25th | $51,060 | $24.55 |
| Median (50th) | $65,580 | $31.53 |
| 75th | $91,170 | $43.83 |
| 90th (top earners) | $115,180 | $55.38 |
*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 Tampa metro area, here's how an offer compares:
- Below market under $51,060 ($24.55/hr). Fine for a first job in the field, otherwise worth negotiating.
- Typical $51,060 to $91,170 ($24.55 to $43.83/hr). The middle half of what people in this job earn.
- Strong offer over $91,170 ($43.83/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, Tampa metro. Occupation: Human Resources Specialists (SOC 13-1071). Figures cover wage and salary workers and don't include bonuses, benefits or overtime.