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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Professional Development Coach in Texas is $51,159 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $25.
However, a Professional Development Coach'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 | $58,086 | $4,841 | $1,117 | $28 |
| Average | $51,159 | $4,263 | $984 | $25 |
| 25th Percentile | $44,964 | $3,747 | $865 | $22 |
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A Professional Development Coach'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 a Professional Development Coach'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:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Professional Development Coach | $50,556 |
| Intermediate Level Professional Development Coach | $50,728 |
| Senior Level Professional Development Coach | $53,024 |
| Specialist Level Professional Development Coach | $56,246 |
| Expert Level Professional Development Coach | $56,476 |
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 Professional Development Coaches. 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:
For Professional Development Coach 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 Financial Services and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Professional Development Coach positions in Retail & Wholesale or Media typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Professional Development Coach as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Financial Services | $66,506 | $32.0 | 30% |
| Biotechnology | $63,948 | $31.0 | 25% |
| Insurance | $61,390 | $30.0 | 20% |
| Software & Networking | $61,390 | $30.0 | 20% |
| Aerospace & Defense | $58,832 | $28.0 | 15% |
Understanding how a Professional Development Coach'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 | $58,086 | $4,841 | $1,117 | $28 |
| Average | $51,159 | $4,263 | $984 | $25 |
| 25th Percentile | $44,964 | $3,747 | $865 | $22 |
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