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Labor relations specialists Salary in the United States

Median pay, percentile range, and top US metros — official BLS data.

The median salary for Labor relations specialists in the United States is $95,420 per year — about $46 per hour, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Half of all workers in this occupation earn between $71,920 and $123,420 a year.

Median annual salary
$95,420
~$46/hr · ~$7,952/mo
Total US jobs
65K
Little or no change
Education
Bachelor's degree
Growth: 0%

Salary range

10th %ile
$50,490
25th %ile
$71,920
Median
$95,420
75th %ile
$123,420
90th %ile
$156,180

Top US metros for Labor relations specialists

MetroLocal salary
Bellingham, WA$126,160
Vallejo, CA$131,680
Decatur, IL$103,780
San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA$133,270
Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton, PA-NJ$115,940
Peoria, IL$102,910
Duluth, MN-WI$100,520
Kennewick-Richland, WA$112,740
Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA$128,320
Eau Claire, WI$103,230

Frequently asked questions

How much do Labor relations specialists make in the US?

The median salary is $95,420 per year (about $46 per hour), according to BLS data. The middle 50% of workers earn between $71,920 and $123,420 a year.

How much do Labor relations specialists make per hour?

About $46 per hour, based on the median annual salary of $95,420 for full-time work (2,080 hours per year).

What education do you need to work as Labor relations specialists?

Typical entry-level education: Bachelor's degree, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Do these salary figures include bonuses or overtime?

No. BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics reflect base wages only — they exclude overtime pay, bonuses, and most benefits.

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Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics — Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics. (May 2025 OEWS.)