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Human Resources Specialists salary in Kansas City, Missouri

Metro-level median, range, and employment from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics for the Kansas City metropolitan area. Skills and task data from O*NET. State and national figures shown for context.

Adrian Serafin, founder and editor of RateOrchardBy Adrian SerafinFounderUpdated April 30, 2026
Median annual$77,880
Mean annual$79,420
Range (10th to 90th)$46,450 to $109,650
Kansas City, Missouri employment8,100
State vs national+9.5% vs national

Salary distribution

Where Kansas City human resources specialists fall on the wage curve.

Annual wage distribution

Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)

10TH$46,45025TH$58,310MEDIAN$77,88075TH$100,20090TH$109,650

The middle 50% of workers earn between $58,310 and $100,200, with a median of $77,880.

Typical entry

  • Education

    Bachelor's degree

  • Experience

    None

  • On-the-job training

    None

Top skills (O*NET)

  • Personnel and Human Resources

    Knowledge

    4.6 / 5

  • Speaking

    Basic skill

    4.1 / 5

  • Written Comprehension

    Ability

    4.0 / 5

  • Oral Comprehension

    Ability

    4.0 / 5

  • Active Listening

    Basic skill

    4.0 / 5

  • Reading Comprehension

    Basic skill

    4.0 / 5

  • Oral Expression

    Ability

    4.0 / 5

  • Administrative

    Knowledge

    3.9 / 5

Common tasks (O*NET)

  1. 01

    Interpret and explain human resources policies, procedures, laws, standards, or regulations.

  2. 02

    Hire employees and process hiring-related paperwork.

  3. 03

    Administer employee benefit plans.

  4. 04

    Maintain current knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and affirmative action guidelines and laws, such as the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

  5. 05

    Schedule or administer skill, intelligence, psychological, or drug tests for current or prospective employees.

  6. 06

    Prepare or maintain employment records related to events, such as hiring, termination, leaves, transfers, or promotions, using human resources management system software.

  7. 07

    Address employee relations issues, such as harassment allegations, work complaints, or other employee concerns.

  8. 08

    Conduct reference or background checks on job applicants.

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Other metros in Missouri

How the Kansas City metro compares to other major Missouri metro areas for human resources specialists.

Frequently asked questions

What is the median salary for Human Resources Specialists in Kansas City, Missouri?
According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the median annual wage for Human Resources Specialists in the Kansas City metropolitan area is $77,880.
Does Kansas City pay more than the Missouri state average for Human Resources Specialists?
The Kansas City metro median is +24.2% versus the Missouri state median of $62,710.
How does Kansas City compare to the national median for Human Resources Specialists?
The Kansas City metro median is +9.5% versus the BLS national figure of $71,137.
What is the salary range for Human Resources Specialists in Kansas City?
BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $46,450 and the 90th-percentile at $109,650 for the Kansas City metro area.
What education is required for Human Resources Specialists?
BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Bachelor's degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Disclaimer

Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. BLS metro estimates reflect the Kansas City CBSA boundary for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.