Land Development Salary in Arizona

How much does a Land Development make in Arizona?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Land Development in Arizona is $99,324 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $48.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $115,148
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $90,573 to $107,607
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $82,605
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Land Development Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $107,607 $8,967 $2,069 $52
Average $99,324 $8,277 $1,910 $48
25th Percentile $90,573 $7,548 $1,742 $44
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Key Factors That Influence Land Development Salaries

A Land 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 Land Development Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Land 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): $79,587
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $101,147
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $113,701
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $140,238
  • Expert (over 8 years): $154,719
Levels Salary
UI/Usabil... Level Land Development$79,587
Land Deve... Level Land Development$101,147
UI/Usabil... Level Land Development$113,701
UI/Usabil... Level Land Development$140,238
UI/Usabil... Level Land Development$154,719
$79,587 0 yr
$101,147 < 2 yrs
$113,701 2-4 yrs
$140,238 5-8 yrs
$154,719 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Land 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:

  • Sahuarita: $96,712
  • Saint David: $96,937
  • San Manuel: $96,771

Land Development Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Land Development roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 62% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 22% above the average. In contrast, Land Development positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Land Development as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Land Development

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals$121,175$58.022%
Financial Services$119,188$57.020%
Biotechnology$117,202$56.018%
Software & Networking$115,215$55.016%
Internet$113,229$54.014%

Land Development Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Land 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 August 01, 2026

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  • Risewell Homes

    Scottsdale, AZ

    Risewell Homes | Scottsdale, AZ

    Job Description. Job Description. Position Summary. The Director or Vice President of Land Management is a senior leader responsible for overseeing all asp... more

    7 Days Ago

  • RICK

    Tucson, AZ

    RICK | Tucson, AZ

    Job Description. Job Description. . Looking for a place to grow your career and make a difference. RICK is the place for you. As the Director of Land Devel... more

    8 Days Ago

  • ECI Talent Partners

    Yuma, AZ

    ECI Talent Partners | Yuma, AZ

    Job Description. Job Description. Project Manager – Land Development. Phoenix or Mesa, AZ. A growing civil engineering consultancy is seeking a Project Man... more

    6 Days Ago

  • Kimley-Horn

    Arizona City, AZ

    Kimley-Horn | Arizona City, AZ

    Practice BuilderKimley-Horn has an opportunity for a motivated Practice Builder to expand our Land Development practice in Mesa, Arizona. As a Practice Bui... more

    7 Days Ago

  • Talent Search PRO

    Phoenix, AZ

    Talent Search PRO | Phoenix, AZ

    Job Description. Job Description. Senior Project Manager (Land Development). Location. Phoenix, AZ. Work Arrangement. Full-Time. Salary: $ 145,000 – $160,0... more

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  • LJA Engineering

    Phoenix, AZ

    LJA Engineering | Phoenix, AZ

    WHAT LJA HAS TO OFFERLJA is offering an exciting opportunity that will allow you to reach your full career potential. The structure of our organization is ... more

    7 Days Ago

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