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

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

How does experience change A Knowledge Management Specialist's salary?

A Knowledge Management Specialist's salary grows with experience: a Materials Management Analyst III (4-7 years)earns $98,824, a Materials Management Analyst IV (7+ years)earns $114,275, a Knowledge Management Specialist (7+ years)earns $89,810, a Materials Management Manager (7+ years)earns $123,284, a Materials Management Senior Manager (7+ years)earns $157,399,

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

Knowledge Management Specialist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Knowledge Management Specialist roles are District of Columbia $99,086, California $98,710, Massachusetts $97,394. 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: $130,000; Knowledge Management & Learning Specialist IV: $129,970; Knowledge Management Specialist IV: $129,965; Digital Knowledge Management Specialist III: $102,600; Knowledge Management & Learning Specialist III: $102,600.

Knowledge Management Specialist Salary in Delaware

How much does a Knowledge Management Specialist make in Delaware?

As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for a Knowledge Management Specialist in Delaware is $90,629 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $44.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $111,901
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $81,799 to $101,763
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $73,760

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Knowledge Management Specialist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$101,763	$8,480	$1,957	$49
Average	$90,629	$7,552	$1,743	$44
25th Percentile	$81,799	$6,817	$1,573	$39

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Key Factors That Influence Knowledge Management Specialist Salaries

A Knowledge Management Specialist'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 Knowledge Management Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Knowledge Management Specialist'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): $98,824
Early Career (1-2 years): $114,275
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $89,810
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $123,284
Expert (over 8 years): $157,399

Levels	Salary
Materials... Level Knowledge Management Specialist	$98,824
Materials... Level Knowledge Management Specialist	$114,275
Knowledge... Level Knowledge Management Specialist	$89,810
Materials... Level Knowledge Management Specialist	$123,284
Materials... Level Knowledge Management Specialist	$157,399

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

District of Columbia: $99,086.
California: $98,710.
Massachusetts: $97,394.

District of Columbia $99,086 California $98,710 Massachusetts $97,394 Washington $97,036 New Jersey $97,000 Alaska $96,875 Connecticut $95,640 New York $95,139

Hawaii $93,537 Rhode Island $92,785 Maryland $92,275 Minnesota $91,577 Colorado $91,309 Illinois $91,219 Oregon $90,879 Delaware $90,629

New Hampshire $90,471 Virginia $90,118 Pennsylvania $89,089 Nevada $88,570 North Dakota $88,400 Michigan $88,132 Wisconsin $88,033 Vermont $87,836

Texas $87,290 Maine $87,255 Arizona $87,201 Ohio $87,138 Georgia $86,315 Indiana $85,903 Wyoming $85,823 Utah $85,698

Iowa $85,644 Kansas $85,214 Louisiana $85,089 North Carolina $85,044 Missouri $85,026 Florida $84,677 Montana $84,489 Nebraska $84,310

Kentucky $84,212 South Carolina $83,854 Tennessee $83,630 Idaho $83,541 New Mexico $82,887 Oklahoma $82,744 Alabama $82,216 South Dakota $81,330

Arkansas $80,847 West Virginia $80,588 Mississippi $79,809

Top Paying Cities for Knowledge Management Specialists

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: $90,220
Little Creek: $90,881
Magnolia: $90,750

Lincoln, DE $90,220 Little Creek, DE $90,881 Magnolia, DE $90,750 Milford, DE $90,450 Marydel, DE $90,598 Millsboro, DE $89,842 Millville, DE $89,981 Milton, DE $90,136

Nassau, DE $90,202 Ocean View, DE $89,965 Rehoboth Beach, DE $90,138 Seaford, DE $90,189 Selbyville, DE $89,816 Smyrna, DE $90,944 Viola, DE $90,525 Woodside, DE $90,768

Bear, DE $90,559 Newark, DE $90,525 Claymont, DE $90,710 Delaware City, DE $90,615 Hockessin, DE $90,517 Kirkwood, DE $90,598 Middletown, DE $90,633 Montchanin, DE $90,537

New Castle, DE $90,551 Odessa, DE $90,678 Port Penn, DE $90,739 Rockland, DE $90,546 Saint Georges, DE $90,604 Townsend, DE $90,744 Winterthur, DE $90,557 Lewes, DE $90,171

Wilmington, DE $90,521 Dover, DE $90,881 Dover Afb, DE $90,402 Bethany Beach, DE $89,871 Bethel, DE $89,964 Bridgeville, DE $90,176 Camden Wyoming, DE $90,625 Cheswold, DE $90,851

Clayton, DE $90,854 Dagsboro, DE $89,808 Delmar, DE $89,664 Ellendale, DE $89,936 Felton, DE $90,442 Fenwick Island, DE $89,828 Frankford, DE $89,671 Frederica, DE $90,532

Georgetown, DE $89,774 Greenwood, DE $90,190 Harbeson, DE $89,870 Harrington, DE $90,328 Hartly, DE $90,609 Houston, DE $90,199 Kenton, DE $90,859 Laurel, DE $89,720

Yorklyn, DE $90,544

Knowledge Management Specialist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Knowledge Management Specialist 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 Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Knowledge Management Specialist positions in Retail & Wholesale or MFG Nondurable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Knowledge Management Specialist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Knowledge Management Specialist

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$108,754	$52.0	20%
Biotechnology	$108,754	$52.0	20%
Financial Services	$108,754	$52.0	20%
Pharmaceuticals	$108,754	$52.0	20%
Software & Networking	$108,754	$52.0	20%

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

Understanding how a Knowledge Management Specialist'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 September 01, 2026

$81,799

Average $90,629/year

$101,763

$6,817

Average $7,552/month

$8,480

$1,573

Average $1,743/week

$1,957

$39

Average $44/hour

$49

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$101,763	$8,480	$1,957	$49
Average	$90,629	$7,552	$1,743	$44
25th Percentile	$81,799	$6,817	$1,573	$39

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