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

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

How does experience change A Workforce Development Specialist's salary?

A Workforce Development Specialist's salary grows with experience: a Workforce Development Specialist (0-2 years)earns $64,840, a Training Specialist II (2-4 years)earns $79,387, a Training Specialist III (4-7 years)earns $97,673, a Training Specialist IV (7+ years)earns $125,472, a Training Manager (7+ years)earns $112,046,

What are the highest paying states for a Workforce Development Specialist?

Workforce Development Specialist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Workforce Development Specialist roles are District of Columbia $64,960, California $64,713, Massachusetts $63,851. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Workforce Development Specialist roles make?

Salaries for Workforce Development Specialist level roles vary by specialization: Director Of Workforce Development: $215,501; Workforce Development Director: $215,501; Workforce Development Manager: $116,347; Workforce Specialist: $111,585; Workforce Analyst III: $110,563.

Workforce Development Specialist Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Workforce Development Specialist make in District of Columbia?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Workforce Development Specialist in District of Columbia is $65,300 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $31.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $81,076
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $58,490 to $73,558
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $52,289

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Workforce Development Specialist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$73,558	$6,130	$1,415	$35
Average	$65,300	$5,442	$1,256	$31
25th Percentile	$58,490	$4,874	$1,125	$28

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Key Factors That Influence Workforce Development Specialist Salaries

A Workforce Development 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 Workforce Development Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Workforce Development 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): $64,840
Early Career (1-2 years): $79,387
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $97,673
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $125,472
Expert (over 8 years): $112,046

Levels	Salary
Workforce... Level Workforce Development Specialist	$64,840
Training ... Level Workforce Development Specialist	$79,387
Training ... Level Workforce Development Specialist	$97,673
Training ... Level Workforce Development Specialist	$125,472
Training ... Level Workforce Development Specialist	$112,046

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

District of Columbia: $64,960.
California: $64,713.
Massachusetts: $63,851.

District of Columbia $64,960 California $64,713 Massachusetts $63,851 Washington $63,616 New Jersey $63,593 Alaska $63,510 Connecticut $62,701 New York $62,372

Hawaii $61,322 Rhode Island $60,829 Maryland $60,495 Minnesota $60,037 Colorado $59,861 Illinois $59,802 Oregon $59,579 Delaware $59,415

New Hampshire $59,312 Virginia $59,081 Pennsylvania $58,406 Nevada $58,066 North Dakota $57,954 Michigan $57,778 Wisconsin $57,714 Vermont $57,585

Texas $57,227 Maine $57,203 Arizona $57,168 Ohio $57,127 Georgia $56,587 Indiana $56,317 Wyoming $56,265 Utah $56,182

Iowa $56,147 Kansas $55,866 Louisiana $55,784 North Carolina $55,754 Missouri $55,742 Florida $55,514 Montana $55,390 Nebraska $55,273

Kentucky $55,209 South Carolina $54,974 Tennessee $54,827 Idaho $54,769 New Mexico $54,340 Oklahoma $54,246 Alabama $53,900 South Dakota $53,319

Arkansas $53,003 West Virginia $52,832 Mississippi $52,322

Top Paying Cities for Workforce Development Specialists

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:

Parcel Return Service: $64,960
Washington: $64,960
Naval Anacost Annex: $64,960

Parcel Return Service, DC $64,960 Washington, DC $64,960 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $64,960 Washington Navy Yard, DC $64,960

Workforce Development Specialist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Workforce Development 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.

Last Updated on May 18, 2021

$58,490

Average $65,300/year

$73,558

$4,874

Average $5,442/month

$6,130

$1,125

Average $1,256/week

$1,415

$28

Average $31/hour

$35

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$73,558	$6,130	$1,415	$35
Average	$65,300	$5,442	$1,256	$31
25th Percentile	$58,490	$4,874	$1,125	$28

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