What are the main factors that influence an Accounting/HR Specialist's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Accounting/HR Specialist?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Accounting/HR Specialist roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change An Accounting/HR Specialist's salary?

An Accounting/HR Specialist's salary grows with experience: starting around $66,586 for beginners, reaching about $90,197 at mid-level, and approach $94,790 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Accounting/HR Specialist?

Accounting/HR Specialist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Accounting/HR Specialist roles are District of Columbia $84,278, California $83,959, Massachusetts $82,840. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

Accounting/HR Specialist Salary in Hawaii

How much does an Accounting/HR Specialist make in Hawaii? As of October 01, 2026, the average salary for an Accounting/HR Specialist in Hawaii is $79,559 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $38.

However, an Accounting/HR Specialist's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $94,216
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $72,844 to $87,231
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $66,730

10% $66,730

50% (Median) $79,559

90% $94,216

Accounting/HR Specialist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$87,231	$7,269	$1,678	$42
Average	$79,559	$6,630	$1,530	$38
25th Percentile	$72,844	$6,070	$1,401	$35

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Key Factors That Influence Accounting/HR Specialist Salaries

An Accounting/HR Specialist's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Accounting/HR Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Accounting/HR Specialist's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $66,586
Early Career (1-2 years): $77,961
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $90,197
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $109,511
Expert (over 8 years): $94,790

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Payroll Administrator I	less than 1 year	$66,586
Accounting/HR Specialist	1-2 years	$77,961
Payroll Administrator III	2-4 years	$90,197
Payroll Administrator IV	5-8 years	$109,511
Payroll Team Lead	over 8 years	$94,790

How Do Accounting/HR Specialist Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Accounting/HR Specialists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $84,278.
California: $83,959.
Massachusetts: $82,840.

District of Columbia $84,278 California $83,959 Massachusetts $82,840 Washington $82,535 New Jersey $82,505 Alaska $82,398 Connecticut $81,348 New York $80,921

Hawaii $79,559 Rhode Island $78,920 Maryland $78,486 Minnesota $77,892 Colorado $77,664 Illinois $77,587 Oregon $77,298 Delaware $77,085

New Hampshire $76,951 Virginia $76,651 Pennsylvania $75,776 Nevada $75,334 North Dakota $75,190 Michigan $74,961 Wisconsin $74,878 Vermont $74,710

Texas $74,246 Maine $74,215 Arizona $74,170 Ohio $74,116 Georgia $73,416 Indiana $73,066 Wyoming $72,998 Utah $72,891

Iowa $72,845 Kansas $72,480 Louisiana $72,373 North Carolina $72,335 Missouri $72,320 Florida $72,023 Montana $71,863 Nebraska $71,711

Kentucky $71,627 South Carolina $71,323 Tennessee $71,133 Idaho $71,057 New Mexico $70,501 Oklahoma $70,379 Alabama $69,930 South Dakota $69,176

Arkansas $68,765 West Virginia $68,545 Mississippi $67,882

Top Paying Cities for Accounting/HR Specialist

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Aiea: $79,128
Anahola: $78,091
Captain Cook: $78,012

Aiea, HI $79,128

Anahola, HI $78,091

Captain Cook, HI $78,012

Eleele, HI $78,249

Ewa Beach, HI $79,058

Kapolei, HI $78,995

Haiku, HI $78,148

Hakalau, HI $77,973

Haleiwa, HI $78,843

Hana, HI $77,962

Hanalei, HI $77,989

Hanamaulu, HI $78,147

Hanapepe, HI $78,245

Hauula, HI $78,963

Hawaii National Park, HI $78,064

Hawi, HI $78,193

Hilo, HI $78,139

Princeville, HI $78,131

Holualoa, HI $78,043

Honaunau, HI $77,909

Honokaa, HI $78,009

Honomu, HI $78,132

Hoolehua, HI $77,909

Kaaawa, HI $78,989

Kahuku, HI $78,820

Kahului, HI $78,329

Kailua, HI $79,103

Ocean View, HI $78,108

Waikoloa, HI $78,101

Keauhou, HI $78,043

Kailua Kona, HI $78,138

Kalaheo, HI $78,155

Kalaupapa, HI $77,837

Kamuela, HI $78,049

Kaneohe, HI $79,086

Kapaa, HI $78,241

Kaumakani, HI $78,282

Kaunakakai, HI $78,002

Keaau, HI $78,193

Kealakekua, HI $78,152

Kealia, HI $78,178

Kekaha, HI $78,099

Kihei, HI $78,249

Kilauea, HI $78,132

Kapaau, HI $78,073

Koloa, HI $78,167

Kualapuu, HI $77,979

Kunia, HI $78,970

Kurtistown, HI $78,153

Lahaina, HI $78,168

Laie, HI $78,889

Lanai City, HI $77,979

Laupahoehoe, HI $78,175

Lawai, HI $78,282

Lihue, HI $78,147

Makawao, HI $78,209

Makaweli, HI $77,974

Maunaloa, HI $77,791

Mountain View, HI $78,112

Naalehu, HI $77,954

Ninole, HI $77,902

Ookala, HI $77,927

Paauilo, HI $78,022

Pahala, HI $77,976

Pahoa, HI $78,079

Paia, HI $78,172

Papaaloa, HI $78,186

Papaikou, HI $78,024

Pearl City, HI $79,071

Pepeekeo, HI $78,175

Puunene, HI $78,329

Volcano, HI $78,064

Wahiawa, HI $78,936

Pukalani, HI $78,209

Mililani, HI $79,031

Kula, HI $78,047

Waialua, HI $78,800

Waianae, HI $78,873

Wailuku, HI $78,207

Waimanalo, HI $79,088

Waimea, HI $78,276

Waipahu, HI $79,037

Honolulu, HI $79,156

J B P H H, HI $79,142

Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $78,978

Schofield Barracks, HI $78,955

Fort Shafter, HI $79,156

Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $79,156

Camp H M Smith, HI $79,138

M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $79,061

Wake Island, HI $79,156

Accounting/HR Specialist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Accounting/HR Specialist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Healthcare and Construction sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Accounting/HR Specialist positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Accounting/HR Specialist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Accounting/HR Specialist

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$103,427	$50.0	30%
Construction	$95,471	$46.0	20%
Aerospace & Defense	$91,493	$44.0	15%
Business Services	$89,106	$43.0	12%
Insurance	$85,128	$41.0	7%

Accounting/HR Specialist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Accounting/HR Specialist's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

$72,844

Average $79,559/year

$87,231

$6,070

Average $6,630/month

$7,269

$1,401

Average $1,530/week

$1,678

$35

Average $38/hour

$42

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$87,231	$7,269	$1,678	$42
Average	$79,559	$6,630	$1,530	$38
25th Percentile	$72,844	$6,070	$1,401	$35

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