What are the main factors that influence a Knowledge Management Specialist I's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Knowledge Management Specialist I?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Knowledge Management Specialist I roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

What are the highest paying states for a Knowledge Management Specialist I?

Knowledge Management Specialist I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Knowledge Management Specialist I roles are District of Columbia $71,580, California $71,309, Massachusetts $70,358. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Knowledge Management Specialist roles make?

Salaries for Knowledge Management Specialist level roles vary by specialization: Digital Knowledge Management Specialist IV: $118,000; Knowledge Management & Learning Specialist IV: $117,950; Knowledge Management Specialist IV: $117,942; Digital Knowledge Management Specialist III: $99,600; Knowledge Management Specialist III: $99,529.

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Knowledge Management Specialist I Salary in Delaware

How much does a Knowledge Management Specialist I make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Knowledge Management Specialist I in Delaware is $65,471 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $31.

However, a Knowledge Management Specialist I's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $86,458
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $58,356 to $76,457
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $51,878

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Knowledge Management Specialist I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$76,457	$6,371	$1,470	$37
Average	$65,471	$5,456	$1,259	$31
25th Percentile	$58,356	$4,863	$1,122	$28

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Key Factors That Influence Knowledge Management Specialist I Salaries

A Knowledge Management Specialist I's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Knowledge Management Specialist I 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 Knowledge Management Specialist Is. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $71,580.
California: $71,309.
Massachusetts: $70,358.

District of Columbia $71,580 California $71,309 Massachusetts $70,358 Washington $70,100 New Jersey $70,074 Alaska $69,984 Connecticut $69,091 New York $68,729

Hawaii $67,572 Rhode Island $67,029 Maryland $66,660 Minnesota $66,156 Colorado $65,962 Illinois $65,898 Oregon $65,652 Delaware $65,471

New Hampshire $65,357 Virginia $65,102 Pennsylvania $64,359 Nevada $63,984 North Dakota $63,861 Michigan $63,667 Wisconsin $63,596 Vermont $63,454

Texas $63,059 Maine $63,034 Arizona $62,995 Ohio $62,950 Georgia $62,355 Indiana $62,057 Wyoming $61,999 Utah $61,909

Iowa $61,870 Kansas $61,560 Louisiana $61,469 North Carolina $61,437 Missouri $61,424 Florida $61,172 Montana $61,036 Nebraska $60,907

Kentucky $60,836 South Carolina $60,577 Tennessee $60,415 Idaho $60,351 New Mexico $59,879 Oklahoma $59,775 Alabama $59,394 South Dakota $58,754

Arkansas $58,405 West Virginia $58,217 Mississippi $57,655

Top Paying Cities for Knowledge Management Specialist Is

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: $65,176
Little Creek: $65,653
Magnolia: $65,559

Lincoln, DE $65,176 Little Creek, DE $65,653 Magnolia, DE $65,559 Milford, DE $65,342 Marydel, DE $65,449 Millsboro, DE $64,903 Millville, DE $65,003 Milton, DE $65,115

Nassau, DE $65,163 Ocean View, DE $64,992 Rehoboth Beach, DE $65,117 Seaford, DE $65,154 Selbyville, DE $64,884 Smyrna, DE $65,699 Viola, DE $65,396 Woodside, DE $65,572

Bear, DE $65,421 Newark, DE $65,396 Claymont, DE $65,530 Delaware City, DE $65,461 Hockessin, DE $65,390 Kirkwood, DE $65,449 Middletown, DE $65,474 Montchanin, DE $65,405

New Castle, DE $65,415 Odessa, DE $65,506 Port Penn, DE $65,550 Rockland, DE $65,411 Saint Georges, DE $65,453 Townsend, DE $65,554 Winterthur, DE $65,419 Lewes, DE $65,141

Wilmington, DE $65,393 Dover, DE $65,653 Dover Afb, DE $65,307 Bethany Beach, DE $64,923 Bethel, DE $64,991 Bridgeville, DE $65,144 Camden Wyoming, DE $65,468 Cheswold, DE $65,632

Clayton, DE $65,634 Dagsboro, DE $64,878 Delmar, DE $64,774 Ellendale, DE $64,971 Felton, DE $65,336 Fenwick Island, DE $64,892 Frankford, DE $64,779 Frederica, DE $65,401

Georgetown, DE $64,854 Greenwood, DE $65,154 Harbeson, DE $64,923 Harrington, DE $65,254 Hartly, DE $65,457 Houston, DE $65,161 Kenton, DE $65,637 Laurel, DE $64,815

Yorklyn, DE $65,410

Knowledge Management Specialist I Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Knowledge Management Specialist I salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $73,229. While startup companies pay approximate $61,930.

Knowledge Management Specialist I Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$61,930
Growth Stage	51~500	$65,500
Established	501~5000	$70,716
Enterprise	5000+	$73,229

Knowledge Management Specialist I Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Knowledge Management Specialist I roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Knowledge Management Specialist positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Knowledge Management Specialist I as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Knowledge Management Specialist I

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$78,565	$38.0	20%

Knowledge Management Specialist I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Knowledge Management Specialist I'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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$58,356

Average $65,471/year

$76,457

$4,863

Average $5,456/month

$6,371

$1,122

Average $1,259/week

$1,470

$28

Average $31/hour

$37

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$76,457	$6,371	$1,470	$37
Average	$65,471	$5,456	$1,259	$31
25th Percentile	$58,356	$4,863	$1,122	$28

Knowledge Management Specialist I Salary Growth & Career Path

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