Land Development Manager Salary in Arizona

How much does a Land Development Manager make in Arizona?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Land Development Manager in Arizona is $176,691 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $85.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $210,390
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $163,954 to $194,330
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $152,359
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Land Development Manager Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $194,330 $16,194 $3,737 $93
Average $176,691 $14,724 $3,398 $85
25th Percentile $163,954 $13,663 $3,153 $79
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Key Factors That Influence Land Development Manager Salaries

A Land Development Manager'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 Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Land Development Manager'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): $113,396
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $126,498
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $130,911
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $146,497
  • Expert (over 8 years): $175,394
Levels Salary
Land Admi... Level Land Development Manager$113,396
Land Admi... Level Land Development Manager$126,498
Land Admi... Level Land Development Manager$130,911
Land Admi... Level Land Development Manager$146,497
Land Deve... Level Land Development Manager$175,394
$113,396 0 yr
$126,498 < 2 yrs
$130,911 2-4 yrs
$146,497 5-8 yrs
$175,394 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Land Development Managers

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: $172,045
  • Saint David: $172,446
  • San Manuel: $172,150

Land Development Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Land Development Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 85% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and MFG Durable sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Land Development Manager positions in Financial Services or Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Land Development Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Land Development Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities$247,367$119.040%
MFG Durable$203,195$98.015%
Construction$194,360$93.010%

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

Understanding how a Land Development Manager'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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  • Oakwood Homes

    Tempe, AZ

    Oakwood Homes | Tempe, AZ

    What will you do in this role. The Director of Land Development in our Arizona Market is responsible for all aspects of land development activities and per... more

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  • 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

    3 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

    2 Days Ago

  • Kennedy Wilson

    Phoenix, AZ

    Kennedy Wilson | Phoenix, AZ

    Acquisitions & Development Manager, Multifamily DevelopmentKennedy Wilson is seeking two Acquisitions & Development Managers with 35years of multifamily de... more

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    Phoenix, AZ

    The Bridger Group | Phoenix, AZ

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    Phoenix, AZ

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