What are the main factors that influence a Business /Economic Development Representative IV's salary?

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

How does experience change A Business /Economic Development Representative 's salary?

A Business /Economic Development Representative 's salary grows with experience: a Business /Economic Development Representative II (2-4 years)earns $80,458, a Business /Economic Development Representative III (4-7 years)earns $96,477, a Business /Economic Development Representative IV (7+ years)earns $113,125, a Business /Economic Development Representative IV (7-10 years)earns $135,450, a Community Development Relationship Manager I (10+ years)earns $131,881,

What are the highest paying states for a Business /Economic Development Representative IV?

Business /Economic Development Representative IV salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Business /Economic Development Representative IV roles are District of Columbia $120,900, California $120,400, Massachusetts $118,800. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Business /Economic Development Representative roles make?

Salaries for Business /Economic Development Representative level roles vary by specialization: Business Development Representative V: $167,050; Business Development Representative IV: $130,230; Community Development Representative IV: $109,110; Business Development Representative III: $98,830; Government Business Development Representative: $97,010.

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Business /Economic Development Representative IV Salary in Rhode Island

Q: What industry pays the highest salary for Business /Economic Development Representative IV?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Business /Economic Development Representative IV roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How much does a Business /Economic Development Representative IV make in Rhode Island?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Business /Economic Development Representative IV in Rhode Island is $113,200 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $54.

However, a Business /Economic Development Representative IV's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $130,967
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $107,500 to $122,500
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $102,310

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Business /Economic Development Representative IV Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$122,500	$10,208	$2,356	$59
Average	$113,200	$9,433	$2,177	$54
25th Percentile	$107,500	$8,958	$2,067	$52

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Key Factors That Influence Business /Economic Development Representative IV Salaries

A Business /Economic Development Representative IV'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 Business /Economic Development Representative Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Business /Economic Development Representative IV'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:

Business /Economic Development Representative II (2-4 years): $80,458
Business /Economic Development Representative III (4-7 years): $96,477
Business /Economic Development Representative IV (7+ years): $113,125
Business /Economic Development Representative IV (7-10 years): $135,450
Community Development Relationship Manager I (10+ years): $131,881

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Business /Economic Development Representative II	2-4 years	$80,458
Business /Economic Development Representative III	4-7 years	$96,477
Business /Economic Development Representative IV	7+ years	$113,125
Business /Economic Development Representative IV	7-10 years	$135,450
Community Development Relationship Manager I	10+ years	$131,881

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How Do Business /Economic Development Representative IV 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 Business /Economic Development Representative IVs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $120,900.
California: $120,400.
Massachusetts: $118,800.

District of Columbia $120,900 California $120,400 Massachusetts $118,800 Washington $118,400 New Jersey $118,300 Alaska $118,200 Connecticut $116,700 New York $116,000

Hawaii $114,100 Rhode Island $113,200 Maryland $112,600 Minnesota $111,700 Colorado $111,400 Illinois $111,300 Oregon $110,900 Delaware $110,500

New Hampshire $110,400 Virginia $109,900 Pennsylvania $108,700 Nevada $108,000 North Dakota $107,800 Michigan $107,500 Wisconsin $107,400 Vermont $107,100

Texas $106,500 Arizona $106,400 Maine $106,400 Ohio $106,300 Georgia $105,300 Indiana $104,800 Wyoming $104,700 Utah $104,500

Iowa $104,500 Kansas $103,900 Louisiana $103,800 North Carolina $103,700 Missouri $103,700 Florida $103,300 Montana $103,100 Nebraska $102,800

Kentucky $102,700 South Carolina $102,300 Tennessee $102,000 Idaho $101,900 New Mexico $101,100 Oklahoma $100,900 Alabama $100,300 South Dakota $99,200

Arkansas $98,600 West Virginia $98,300 Mississippi $97,400

Top Paying Cities for Business /Economic Development Representative IVs

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:

Adamsville: $114,600
Albion: $113,600
Ashaway: $114,400

Adamsville, RI $114,600 Albion, RI $113,600 Ashaway, RI $114,400 Barrington, RI $113,300 Block Island, RI $114,000 Bradford, RI $114,300 Bristol, RI $113,800 Carolina, RI $114,100

Charlestown, RI $114,200 Chepachet, RI $113,900 Clayville, RI $113,600 Coventry, RI $113,600 West Greenwich, RI $113,900 East Greenwich, RI $113,500 Exeter, RI $113,900 Fiskeville, RI $113,300

Forestdale, RI $114,200 Foster, RI $113,900 Glendale, RI $114,200 Greene, RI $114,000 Greenville, RI $113,400 Harmony, RI $113,500 Harrisville, RI $114,200 Hope, RI $113,400

Hope Valley, RI $114,300 Hopkinton, RI $114,400 Jamestown, RI $114,000 Kenyon, RI $114,100 Little Compton, RI $114,600 Manville, RI $113,800 Mapleville, RI $114,000 Newport, RI $114,200

Middletown, RI $114,200 North Kingstown, RI $113,700 North Scituate, RI $113,500 Oakland, RI $114,100 Pascoag, RI $114,200 Pawtucket, RI $113,200 Central Falls, RI $113,200 Cumberland, RI $113,800

Lincoln, RI $113,300 Portsmouth, RI $114,100 Prudence Island, RI $113,900 Rockville, RI $114,400 Saunderstown, RI $114,000 Shannock, RI $114,100 Slatersville, RI $114,200 Slocum, RI $114,000

Tiverton, RI $114,500 Wakefield, RI $114,100 Kingston, RI $114,000 Narragansett, RI $114,100 Peace Dale, RI $114,100 Warren, RI $113,600 Warwick, RI $113,300 Westerly, RI $114,400

West Kingston, RI $114,100 West Warwick, RI $113,400 Wood River Junction, RI $114,200 Woonsocket, RI $114,200 North Smithfield, RI $113,900 Wyoming, RI $114,100 Providence, RI $113,100 Cranston, RI $113,100

North Providence, RI $113,100 East Providence, RI $113,100 Riverside, RI $113,200 Rumford, RI $113,100 Smithfield, RI $113,400 Johnston, RI $113,200

Business /Economic Development Representative IV Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Business /Economic Development Representative IV salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $123,503. While startup companies pay approximate $104,543.

Business /Economic Development Representative IV Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$104,543
Growth Stage	51~500	$110,562
Established	501~5000	$119,263
Enterprise	5000+	$123,503

Business /Economic Development Representative IV Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Business /Economic Development Representative IV 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 Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Business /Economic Development Representative positions in Business Services or Insurance typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Business /Economic Development Representative IV as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Business /Economic Development Representative IV

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$147,160	$71.0	30%
Financial Services	$124,520	$60.0	10%

Business /Economic Development Representative IV Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Business /Economic Development Representative IV'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.

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$107,500

Average $113,200/year

$122,500

$8,958

Average $9,433/month

$10,208

$2,067

Average $2,177/week

$2,356

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$59

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$122,500	$10,208	$2,356	$59
Average	$113,200	$9,433	$2,177	$54
25th Percentile	$107,500	$8,958	$2,067	$52

Business /Economic Development Representative IV Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Business /Economic Development Representative IV, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Community Development Relationship Manager I role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $131,900 - a projected growth of 17% over your current level.

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