Activity & Engagement Specialist Salary in the United States

How much does an Activity & Engagement Specialist make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Activity & Engagement Specialist in the United States is $95,616 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $46.

However, an Activity & Engagement Specialist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $104,505
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $91,213 to $100,269
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $87,204
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Activity & Engagement Specialist Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $100,269 $8,356 $1,928 $48
Average $95,616 $7,968 $1,839 $46
25th Percentile $91,213 $7,601 $1,754 $44
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Key Factors That Influence Activity & Engagement Specialist Salaries

An Activity & Engagement 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 Activity & Engagement Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Activity & Engagement 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): $84,767
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $94,647
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $120,115
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $139,527
  • Expert (over 8 years): $162,812
Levels Salary
Storage M... Level Activity & Engagement Specialist$84,767
Activity ... Level Activity & Engagement Specialist$94,647
Storage M... Level Activity & Engagement Specialist$120,115
Storage M... Level Activity & Engagement Specialist$139,527
Storage M... Level Activity & Engagement Specialist$162,812
$84,767 0 yr
$94,647 < 2 yrs
$120,115 2-4 yrs
$139,527 5-8 yrs
$162,812 > 8 yrs
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How Do Activity & Engagement 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 Activity & Engagement Specialists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $105,866.
  • California: $105,465.
  • Massachusetts: $104,059.

Top Paying Cities for Activity & Engagement 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:

  • San Jose: $120,601
  • San Francisco: $119,280
  • Oakland: $116,767

What Skills Can Increase an Activity & Engagement Specialist's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Networking (Mentioned in 11.21% Job Postings): Ability to maintain, build and expand a personal and business contact list to grow one's career and business opportunities.
  • Security Systems (Mentioned in 4.67% Job Postings): Security and protection system, any of various means or devices designed to guard persons and property against a broad range of hazards, including crime, fire, accidents, espionage, sabotage, subversion, and attack.
  • Agile (Mentioned in 0.93% Job Postings): Agile is a development process where feedback is continuously gathered from users to create the best user experience.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Networking 11.21%
Security Systems 4.67%
Agile 0.93%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on an Activity & Engagement Specialist's salary.
  • Data Center Operations: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
  • Digital Transformation: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
  • Security Systems: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Data Center Operations
$105,178
10%
Digital Transformation
$103,266
8%
Security Systems
$102,309
7%
Interviewing
$101,353
6%
Work Under Pressure
$101,353
6%
Virtualization
$99,441
4%
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Activity & Engagement Specialist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Activity & Engagement Specialist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 90% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Software & Networking sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Activity & Engagement Specialist positions in Transportation or Telecom typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Activity & Engagement Specialist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Activity & Engagement Specialist

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals$133,863$64.040%
Software & Networking$133,863$64.040%
Internet$124,301$60.030%
Financial Services$119,520$57.025%
Energy & Utilities$114,740$55.020%

Activity & Engagement Specialist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Activity & Engagement 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 August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Activity & Engagement Specialist

Salaries for an Activity & Engagement Specialist can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $87,948 in 2023 to around $85,858 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Activity & Engagement Specialist salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Activity & Engagement Specialist Over Time

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$87,948
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  • Lutheran Social Services of Central Ohio

    Columbus, OH

    Lutheran Social Services of Central Ohio | Columbus, OH

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  • Apex Service Partners

    Columbus, OH

    Apex Service Partners | Columbus, OH

    Apex Service Partners is seeking a dynamic Community Engagement & Social Media Specialist to support our growing presence across the Ohio market. This role... more

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  • Ohio State Richard M. Ross Heart Hospital

    Columbus, OH

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  • Confidential

    Columbus, OH

    Confidential | Columbus, OH

    Associate Vice President, Internal Communications. About the Company. National consulting & advisory services firm focused on the healthcare industry. Indu... more

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    Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

    Confidential | Columbus, OH

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FAQ about Activity & Engagement Specialist

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Activity & Engagement Specialist?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Activity & Engagement Specialist roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

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