What are the main factors that influence a Dean - Career Development's salary?

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

How does experience change a Dean - Career Development's salary?

A Dean - Career Development's salary grows with experience: starting around $106,158 for beginners, reaching about $110,763 at mid-level, and approach $119,644 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Dean - Career Development?

Dean - Career Development salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Dean - Career Development roles are District of Columbia $130,809, California $130,313, Massachusetts $128,576. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Dean - Career Development roles make?

Salaries for Dean - Career Development level roles vary by specialization: College Dean of Career Development: $118,200; University Dean of Career Development: $118,190; Dean of Career Development: $118,150; Dean: $118,144; Associate Dean of Career Development: $96,400.

Dean - Career Development Salary in Delaware

How much does a Dean - Career Development make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Dean - Career Development in Delaware is $119,644 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $58.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $178,999
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $97,606 to $150,713
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $77,541

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Dean - Career Development Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$150,713	$12,559	$2,898	$72
Average	$119,644	$9,970	$2,301	$58
25th Percentile	$97,606	$8,134	$1,877	$47

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Key Factors That Influence Dean - Career Development Salaries

A Dean - Career Development'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 Dean - Career Development Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Dean - Career Development'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): $106,158
Early Career (1-2 years): $108,132
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $110,763
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $114,710
Expert (over 8 years): $119,644

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Dean - Career Development	$106,158
Intermediate Level Dean - Career Development	$108,132
Senior Level Dean - Career Development	$110,763
Specialist Level Dean - Career Development	$114,710
Expert Level Dean - Career Development	$119,644

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How Do Dean - Career Development 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 Dean - Career Developments. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $130,809.
California: $130,313.
Massachusetts: $128,576.

District of Columbia $130,809 California $130,313 Massachusetts $128,576 Washington $128,104 New Jersey $128,056 Alaska $127,891 Connecticut $126,260 New York $125,599

Hawaii $123,484 Rhode Island $122,492 Maryland $121,818 Minnesota $120,897 Colorado $120,542 Illinois $120,424 Oregon $119,975 Delaware $119,644

New Hampshire $119,436 Virginia $118,971 Pennsylvania $117,612 Nevada $116,927 North Dakota $116,703 Michigan $116,348 Wisconsin $116,218 Vermont $115,958

Texas $115,238 Maine $115,190 Arizona $115,120 Ohio $115,037 Georgia $113,950 Indiana $113,406 Wyoming $113,300 Utah $113,135

Iowa $113,064 Kansas $112,497 Louisiana $112,331 North Carolina $112,272 Missouri $112,249 Florida $111,788 Montana $111,540 Nebraska $111,303

Kentucky $111,174 South Carolina $110,701 Tennessee $110,406 Idaho $110,287 New Mexico $109,425 Oklahoma $109,236 Alabama $108,539 South Dakota $107,369

Arkansas $106,731 West Virginia $106,389 Mississippi $105,361

Top Paying Cities for Dean - Career Developments

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:

Lincoln: $123,827
Little Creek: $122,681
Magnolia: $123,189

Lincoln, DE $123,827 Little Creek, DE $122,681 Magnolia, DE $123,189 Milford, DE $123,827 Marydel, DE $122,220 Millsboro, DE $123,827 Millville, DE $124,654 Milton, DE $123,827

Nassau, DE $123,827 Ocean View, DE $124,654 Rehoboth Beach, DE $124,654 Seaford, DE $122,527 Selbyville, DE $124,654 Smyrna, DE $122,078 Viola, DE $123,189 Woodside, DE $122,834

Bear, DE $121,180 Newark, DE $121,228 Claymont, DE $121,322 Delaware City, DE $121,228 Hockessin, DE $121,322 Kirkwood, DE $121,228 Middletown, DE $121,830 Montchanin, DE $121,322

New Castle, DE $121,322 Odessa, DE $121,995 Port Penn, DE $120,897 Rockland, DE $121,322 Saint Georges, DE $121,228 Townsend, DE $121,818 Winterthur, DE $121,322 Lewes, DE $123,827

Wilmington, DE $121,322 Dover, DE $122,622 Dover Afb, DE $122,905 Bethany Beach, DE $124,654 Bethel, DE $122,527 Bridgeville, DE $123,827 Camden Wyoming, DE $122,752 Cheswold, DE $122,338

Clayton, DE $122,031 Dagsboro, DE $124,654 Delmar, DE $122,527 Ellendale, DE $123,827 Felton, DE $123,827 Fenwick Island, DE $124,654 Frankford, DE $124,654 Frederica, DE $123,827

Georgetown, DE $123,827 Greenwood, DE $123,827 Harbeson, DE $123,827 Harrington, DE $123,827 Hartly, DE $121,972 Houston, DE $123,827 Kenton, DE $122,031 Laurel, DE $122,527

Yorklyn, DE $121,322

Dean - Career Development Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Dean - Career Development'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 January 01, 2026

$97,606

Average $119,644/year

$150,713

$8,134

Average $9,970/month

$12,559

$1,877

Average $2,301/week

$2,898

$47

Average $58/hour

$72

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$150,713	$12,559	$2,898	$72
Average	$119,644	$9,970	$2,301	$58
25th Percentile	$97,606	$8,134	$1,877	$47

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