Human Resources Specialist Salary in San Diego, CA
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$73,538
Hourly Rate
$35.35
/hour
Jobs in Area
596
employed
Human Resources Specialist Salary Range in San Diego, CA
Annual Salary Range
$46k
10th percentile
$61k
25th
$91k
75th
$110k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $46,468 | $22.34 |
| 25th Percentile | $60,681 | $29.17 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $73,538 | $35.35 |
| 75th Percentile | $90,763 | $43.64 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $110,002 | $52.89 |
| Average (Mean) | $79,091 | $38.02 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Human Resources Specialist salary in San Diego, CA is $73,538 per year or $35.35 per hour as of 2023. This is based on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey.
About This Data
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey for 2023. The geographic area covered is the San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/14/2026
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How San Diego, CA Compares
vs National Average
$67,650
vs California Average
$62,857
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$51,497
Cost of living in San Diego, CA is 42.8% above the national average.
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