Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional Salary in the United States

How much does a Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional in the United States is $54,552 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $26.

However, a Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $60,552
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $51,520 to $57,693
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $48,758
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Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $57,693 $4,808 $1,109 $28
Average $54,552 $4,546 $1,049 $26
25th Percentile $51,520 $4,293 $991 $25
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Key Factors That Influence Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional Salaries

A Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional'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 Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional'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): $53,311
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $53,541
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $53,862
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $54,414
  • Expert (over 8 years): $55,337
Levels Salary
Entry Level Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional$53,311
Intermediate Level Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional$53,541
Senior Level Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional$53,862
Specialist Level Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional$54,414
Expert Level Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional$55,337
$53,311 0 yr
$53,541 < 2 yrs
$53,862 2-4 yrs
$54,414 5-8 yrs
$55,337 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professionals

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: $68,807
  • San Francisco: $68,053
  • Oakland: $66,619

What Skills Can Increase a Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Commitment (Mentioned in 5.3% Job Postings): An agreement or pledge to do something in the future a commitment to improve conditions at the prison especially : an engagement to assume a financial obligation at a future date.
  • Patient Care (Mentioned in 6.22% Job Postings): Patient care refers to the prevention, treatment, and management of illness and the preservation of physical and mental well-being through services offered by health professionals.
  • Medication Administration (Mentioned in 2.22% Job Postings): Medication administration is the direct application of a prescribed medication whether by injection, inhalation, ingestion, or other means to the body of the individual by an individual legally authorized to do so.
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Commitment 5.3%
Patient Care 6.22%
Medication Administration 2.22%
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 a Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional's salary.
  • Self-Directed: Can increase your salary by up to 42%.
  • Home Care: Can increase your salary by up to 14%.
  • Communication Skills: Can increase your salary by up to 13%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Self-Directed
 $77,464
42%
Home Care
 $62,190
14%
Communication Skills
 $61,644
13%
Infection Control
 $60,553
11%
Assisted Living
 $59,462
9%
Safety Standards
 $58,916
8%
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Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare$60,008$29.010%

Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional'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.

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$51,520
Average $54,552/year
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Average $4,546/month
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$991
Average $1,049/week
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Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $57,693 $4,808 $1,109 $28
Average $54,552 $4,546 $1,049 $26
25th Percentile $51,520 $4,293 $991 $25

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Salary Trends for Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional

Salaries for a Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $63,157 in 2023 to around $62,700 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional salary trends, .

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$63,157
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$63,628
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