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As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an E-Learning Development IV in California is $120,800 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $58.
However, an E-Learning Development IV's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $128,900 | $10,742 | $2,479 | $62 |
| Average | $120,800 | $10,067 | $2,323 | $58 |
| 25th Percentile | $111,300 | $9,275 | $2,140 | $54 |
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An E-Learning Development 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.
Experience is a primary driver of an E-Learning Development 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:
| Job Role | Years of Experience | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Curriculum Developer II | 2-4 years | $89,709 |
| Curriculum Designer III | 4-7 years | $104,709 |
| E-Learning Development IV | 7+ years | $120,788 |
| Curriculum Designer V | 7-10 years | $160,746 |
| Curriculum Design Manager | 10+ years | $135,795 |
What Am I Worth?
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 E-Learning Development IVs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
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:
E-Learning Development IV salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $134,999. While startup companies pay approximate $114,195.
| Company Size | Employees | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Startup | 1~50 | $114,195 |
| Growth Stage | 51~500 | $120,773 |
| Established | 501~5000 | $130,359 |
| Enterprise | 5000+ | $134,999 |
For E-Learning Development IV roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 90% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, E-Learning Development positions in Transportation or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view E-Learning Development IV as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Software & Networking | $169,120 | $81.0 | 40% |
| Pharmaceuticals | $157,040 | $76.0 | 30% |
| Biotechnology | $151,000 | $73.0 | 25% |
| Financial Services | $144,960 | $70.0 | 20% |
| Healthcare | $138,920 | $67.0 | 15% |
Understanding how an E-Learning Development 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.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $128,900 | $10,742 | $2,479 | $62 |
| Average | $120,800 | $10,067 | $2,323 | $58 |
| 25th Percentile | $111,300 | $9,275 | $2,140 | $54 |
For an E-Learning Development IV, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Curriculum Designer V role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $160,800 - a projected growth of 33% over your current level.
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