Training and Development Specialists Salary (2025)
Based on 458,300 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $38,760 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $50,110 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $69,280 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $95,050 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $123,250 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$39K
25th
$50K
Median
$69K
75th
$95K
90th
$123K
Highest Paying States for Training and Development Specialists
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Delaware | $89,780 |
| Washington | $89,460 |
| Rhode Island | $87,760 |
| Connecticut | $86,490 |
| Massachusetts | $86,070 |
| District of Columbia | $86,030 |
| Alaska | $85,910 |
| California | $84,110 |
| Vermont | $83,930 |
| Virginia | $82,680 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Training and Development Specialists salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Delaware at an average of $89,780 per year, while Virginia has an average of $82,680 — a difference of $7,100. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Training and Development Specialists
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 458,300 workers were employed as Training and Development Specialistss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Business and Financial Operations Occupations. The annual mean wage of $75,550 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 13-1151