What are the main factors that influence a Development Associate's salary?

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

How does experience change A Development Associate's salary?

A Development Associate's salary grows with experience: a Development Associate (0-2 years)earns $67,629, a Business Development Associate II (2-4 years)earns $80,577, a Business Development Associate III (4-7 years)earns $104,450, a Business Development Associate IV (7+ years)earns $137,713, a Business Development Associate V (7-10 years)earns $176,718,

What are the highest paying states for a Development Associate?

Development Associate salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Development Associate roles are District of Columbia $71,546, California $71,275, Massachusetts $70,325. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Development Associate roles make?

Salaries for Development Associate level roles vary by specialization: Associate Development Manager: $140,611; Associate Director of Development: $112,857; Product Development Associate: $101,059; Senior Development Associate: $83,647; Economic Development Associate: $78,172.

Development Associate Salary in Hawaii

How much does a Development Associate make in Hawaii?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Development Associate in Hawaii is $67,527 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $32.

However, a Development Associate's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $76,332
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $60,376 to $72,136
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $53,865

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Development Associate Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$72,136	$6,011	$1,387	$35
Average	$67,527	$5,627	$1,299	$32
25th Percentile	$60,376	$5,031	$1,161	$29

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Key Factors That Influence Development Associate Salaries

A Development Associate'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 Development Associate Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Development Associate'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): $67,629
Early Career (1-2 years): $80,577
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $104,450
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $137,713
Expert (over 8 years): $176,718

Levels	Salary
Developme... Level Development Associate	$67,629
Business ... Level Development Associate	$80,577
Business ... Level Development Associate	$104,450
Business ... Level Development Associate	$137,713
Business ... Level Development Associate	$176,718

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How Do Development Associate 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 Development Associates. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $71,546.
California: $71,275.
Massachusetts: $70,325.

District of Columbia $71,546 California $71,275 Massachusetts $70,325 Washington $70,066 New Jersey $70,040 Alaska $69,950 Connecticut $69,058 New York $68,696

Hawaii $67,540 Rhode Island $66,997 Maryland $66,629 Minnesota $66,124 Colorado $65,931 Illinois $65,866 Oregon $65,620 Delaware $65,440

New Hampshire $65,326 Virginia $65,071 Pennsylvania $64,328 Nevada $63,953 North Dakota $63,831 Michigan $63,637 Wisconsin $63,566 Vermont $63,423

Texas $63,029 Maine $63,003 Arizona $62,965 Ohio $62,919 Georgia $62,325 Indiana $62,028 Wyoming $61,970 Utah $61,879

Iowa $61,840 Kansas $61,530 Louisiana $61,440 North Carolina $61,407 Missouri $61,394 Florida $61,142 Montana $61,007 Nebraska $60,877

Kentucky $60,806 South Carolina $60,548 Tennessee $60,386 Idaho $60,322 New Mexico $59,850 Oklahoma $59,747 Alabama $59,365 South Dakota $58,726

Arkansas $58,377 West Virginia $58,189 Mississippi $57,627

Top Paying Cities for Development Associates

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: $67,197
Anahola: $66,745
Captain Cook: $66,745

Aiea, HI $67,197 Anahola, HI $66,745 Captain Cook, HI $66,745 Eleele, HI $66,745 Ewa Beach, HI $67,197 Kapolei, HI $67,049 Haiku, HI $66,745 Hakalau, HI $66,745

Haleiwa, HI $66,745 Hana, HI $66,745 Hanalei, HI $66,745 Hanamaulu, HI $66,745 Hanapepe, HI $66,745 Hauula, HI $66,893 Hawaii National Park, HI $66,745 Hawi, HI $66,745

Hilo, HI $66,745 Princeville, HI $66,745 Holualoa, HI $66,745 Honaunau, HI $66,745 Honokaa, HI $66,745 Honomu, HI $66,745 Hoolehua, HI $66,745 Kaaawa, HI $67,016

Kahuku, HI $66,745 Kahului, HI $66,745 Kailua, HI $67,197 Ocean View, HI $66,745 Waikoloa, HI $66,745 Keauhou, HI $66,745 Kailua Kona, HI $66,745 Kalaheo, HI $66,745

Kalaupapa, HI $66,745 Kamuela, HI $66,745 Kaneohe, HI $67,197 Kapaa, HI $66,745 Kaumakani, HI $66,745 Kaunakakai, HI $66,745 Keaau, HI $66,745 Kealakekua, HI $66,745

Kealia, HI $66,745 Kekaha, HI $66,745 Kihei, HI $66,745 Kilauea, HI $66,745 Kapaau, HI $66,745 Koloa, HI $66,745 Kualapuu, HI $66,745 Kunia, HI $66,984

Kurtistown, HI $66,745 Lahaina, HI $66,745 Laie, HI $66,803 Lanai City, HI $66,745 Laupahoehoe, HI $66,745 Lawai, HI $66,745 Lihue, HI $66,745 Makawao, HI $66,745

Makaweli, HI $66,745 Maunaloa, HI $66,745 Mountain View, HI $66,745 Naalehu, HI $66,745 Ninole, HI $66,745 Ookala, HI $66,745 Paauilo, HI $66,745 Pahala, HI $66,745

Pahoa, HI $66,745 Paia, HI $66,745 Papaaloa, HI $66,745 Papaikou, HI $66,745 Pearl City, HI $67,197 Pepeekeo, HI $66,745 Puunene, HI $66,745 Volcano, HI $66,745

Wahiawa, HI $66,984 Pukalani, HI $66,745 Mililani, HI $67,074 Kula, HI $66,745 Waialua, HI $66,745 Waianae, HI $66,803 Wailuku, HI $66,745 Waimanalo, HI $67,197

Waimea, HI $66,745 Waipahu, HI $67,165 Honolulu, HI $67,197 J B P H H, HI $67,197 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $67,016 Schofield Barracks, HI $66,958 Fort Shafter, HI $67,197 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $67,197

Camp H M Smith, HI $67,197 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $67,165 Wake Island, HI $67,197

Development Associate Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Development Associate'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.

Last Updated on May 18, 2021

$60,376

Average $67,527/year

$72,136

$5,031

Average $5,627/month

$6,011

$1,161

Average $1,299/week

$1,387

$29

Average $32/hour

$35

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$72,136	$6,011	$1,387	$35
Average	$67,527	$5,627	$1,299	$32
25th Percentile	$60,376	$5,031	$1,161	$29

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