What are the main factors that influence a Corporate Development Associate's salary?

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

How does experience change a Corporate Development Associate's salary?

A Corporate Development Associate's salary grows with experience: starting around $62,158 for beginners, reaching about $66,876 at mid-level, and approach $67,071 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Corporate Development Associate?

Corporate Development Associate salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Corporate Development Associate roles are District of Columbia $70,780, California $70,511, Massachusetts $69,571. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Corporate Development Associate roles make?

Salaries for Corporate Development Associate level roles vary by specialization: Head Of Corporate Development: $236,624; Corporate Associate: $214,427; Director Of Corporate Development: $212,459; Associate Director of Corporate Development: $202,118; Director Corporate Development: $199,428.

Corporate Development Associate Salary in Delaware

How much does a Corporate Development Associate make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Corporate Development Associate in Delaware is $64,738 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $31.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $73,154
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $57,531 to $69,144
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $50,969

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Corporate Development Associate Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$69,144	$5,762	$1,330	$33
Average	$64,738	$5,395	$1,245	$31
25th Percentile	$57,531	$4,794	$1,106	$28

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Key Factors That Influence Corporate Development Associate Salaries

A Corporate Development Associate'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 Corporate Development Associate Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Corporate Development Associate'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): $62,158
Early Career (1-2 years): $64,415
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $66,876
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $66,876
Expert (over 8 years): $67,071

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Corporate Development Associate	$62,158
Intermediate Level Corporate Development Associate	$64,415
Senior Level Corporate Development Associate	$66,876
Specialist Level Corporate Development Associate	$66,876
Expert Level Corporate Development Associate	$67,071

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How Do Corporate Development Associate 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 Corporate Development Associates. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $70,780.
California: $70,511.
Massachusetts: $69,571.

District of Columbia $70,780 California $70,511 Massachusetts $69,571 Washington $69,316 New Jersey $69,290 Alaska $69,201 Connecticut $68,318 New York $67,960

Hawaii $66,816 Rhode Island $66,279 Maryland $65,915 Minnesota $65,416 Colorado $65,224 Illinois $65,160 Oregon $64,917 Delaware $64,738

New Hampshire $64,626 Virginia $64,374 Pennsylvania $63,639 Nevada $63,268 North Dakota $63,147 Michigan $62,955 Wisconsin $62,885 Vermont $62,744

Texas $62,354 Maine $62,328 Arizona $62,290 Ohio $62,245 Georgia $61,657 Indiana $61,363 Wyoming $61,306 Utah $61,216

Iowa $61,178 Kansas $60,871 Louisiana $60,781 North Carolina $60,749 Missouri $60,737 Florida $60,487 Montana $60,353 Nebraska $60,225

Kentucky $60,155 South Carolina $59,899 Tennessee $59,739 Idaho $59,675 New Mexico $59,209 Oklahoma $59,107 Alabama $58,729 South Dakota $58,096

Arkansas $57,751 West Virginia $57,566 Mississippi $57,010

Top Paying Cities for Corporate Development Associates

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: $67,001
Little Creek: $66,381
Magnolia: $66,656

Lincoln, DE $67,001 Little Creek, DE $66,381 Magnolia, DE $66,656 Milford, DE $67,001 Marydel, DE $66,132 Millsboro, DE $67,001 Millville, DE $67,449 Milton, DE $67,001

Nassau, DE $67,001 Ocean View, DE $67,449 Rehoboth Beach, DE $67,449 Seaford, DE $66,298 Selbyville, DE $67,449 Smyrna, DE $66,055 Viola, DE $66,656 Woodside, DE $66,464

Bear, DE $65,570 Newark, DE $65,595 Claymont, DE $65,646 Delaware City, DE $65,595 Hockessin, DE $65,646 Kirkwood, DE $65,595 Middletown, DE $65,921 Montchanin, DE $65,646

New Castle, DE $65,646 Odessa, DE $66,011 Port Penn, DE $65,416 Rockland, DE $65,646 Saint Georges, DE $65,595 Townsend, DE $65,915 Winterthur, DE $65,646 Lewes, DE $67,001

Wilmington, DE $65,646 Dover, DE $66,349 Dover Afb, DE $66,503 Bethany Beach, DE $67,449 Bethel, DE $66,298 Bridgeville, DE $67,001 Camden Wyoming, DE $66,420 Cheswold, DE $66,196

Clayton, DE $66,030 Dagsboro, DE $67,449 Delmar, DE $66,298 Ellendale, DE $67,001 Felton, DE $67,001 Fenwick Island, DE $67,449 Frankford, DE $67,449 Frederica, DE $67,001

Georgetown, DE $67,001 Greenwood, DE $67,001 Harbeson, DE $67,001 Harrington, DE $67,001 Hartly, DE $65,998 Houston, DE $67,001 Kenton, DE $66,030 Laurel, DE $66,298

Yorklyn, DE $65,646

Corporate Development Associate Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Corporate Development Associate'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

$57,531

Average $64,738/year

$69,144

$4,794

Average $5,395/month

$5,762

$1,106

Average $1,245/week

$1,330

$28

Average $31/hour

$33

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$69,144	$5,762	$1,330	$33
Average	$64,738	$5,395	$1,245	$31
25th Percentile	$57,531	$4,794	$1,106	$28

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