Occupation ยท SOC 13-1071
Human Resources Specialists: can it be done remotely?
Also searched as: remote HR and recruiter
According to the Dingel and Neiman (2020) classification, the work of human resources specialists can typically be done from home. The score reflects the tasks involved, not whether a particular employer allows remote work.
Nationally, about 917,460 people work in this occupation, with a median annual wage of $72,910 ($35.05 an hour).
US employment
917,460
Median annual wage
$72,910
Mean annual wage
$79,730
Median hourly wage
$35.05
Education and training
Typical education
Bachelor's degree
Related work experience
None
On-the-job training
None
Job zone
4
Considerable preparation
Pay by state
Top 5 by nominal pay
- District of Columbia$102,500
- Washington$83,230
- Massachusetts$81,960
- California$81,810
- Maryland$81,140
Top 5 after cost of living
- District of Columbia$93,270
- Kansas$84,920
- North Dakota$78,400
- Minnesota$78,330
- Vermont$77,780
Step up: related remote jobs that pay more
| Occupation | Median wage | Wage gain | Job zone | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Human Resources Managers | $140,030 | $67,120 (+92.1%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists | $77,020 | $4,110 (+5.6%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Industrial-Organizational Psychologists | $109,840 | $36,930 (+50.7%) | 5 | Master's degree |
| Compensation and Benefits Managers | $140,360 | $67,450 (+92.5%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Training and Development Managers | $127,090 | $54,180 (+74.3%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Management Analysts | $101,190 | $28,280 (+38.8%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
States with the most jobs
- 1. California104,880
- 2. Texas85,580
- 3. Florida62,880
- 4. New York53,030
- 5. Pennsylvania36,710
- 6. Ohio34,590
- 7. Georgia32,980
- 8. Illinois32,600
- 9. North Carolina31,510
- 10. Virginia29,530
States that pay the most
- 1. District of Columbia$102,500
- 2. Washington$83,230
- 3. Massachusetts$81,960
- 4. California$81,810
- 5. Maryland$81,140
- 6. New York$81,140
- 7. Virginia$78,580
- 8. Colorado$78,170
- 9. New Jersey$78,170
- 10. Connecticut$77,750
Median annual wage. Based on 51 states and territories with published figures.
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