What are the main factors that influence a Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional's salary?

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

How does experience change A Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional's salary?

A Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional's salary grows with experience: starting around $53,988 for beginners, reaching about $54,546 at mid-level, and approach $56,040 for experts.

How much do different types of Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional roles make?

Salaries for Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional level roles vary by specialization: Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities Program Supervisor: $118,222; Developmental Disabilities Case Manager: $95,417; QIDP Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional: $91,997; QDDP Qualified Developmental Disability Professional: $82,328; Qualified Mental Health Professional: $69,729.

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Q: What industry pays the highest salary for Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

Q: What are the highest paying states for a Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional?

Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional roles are District of Columbia $60,400, California $60,171, Massachusetts $59,369. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much does a Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional in Delaware is $55,245 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $27.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $61,321
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $52,174 to $58,425
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $49,378

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Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$58,425	$4,869	$1,124	$28
Average	$55,245	$4,604	$1,062	$27
25th Percentile	$52,174	$4,348	$1,003	$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): $53,988
Early Career (1-2 years): $54,220
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $54,546
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $55,105
Expert (over 8 years): $56,040

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional	$53,988
Intermediate Level Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional	$54,220
Senior Level Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional	$54,546
Specialist Level Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional	$55,105
Expert Level Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional	$56,040

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How Do Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional 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 Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professionals. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $60,400.
California: $60,171.
Massachusetts: $59,369.

District of Columbia $60,400 California $60,171 Massachusetts $59,369 Washington $59,151 New Jersey $59,129 Alaska $59,053 Connecticut $58,300 New York $57,995

Hawaii $57,018 Rhode Island $56,560 Maryland $56,249 Minnesota $55,823 Colorado $55,660 Illinois $55,605 Oregon $55,398 Delaware $55,245

New Hampshire $55,149 Virginia $54,934 Pennsylvania $54,307 Nevada $53,990 North Dakota $53,887 Michigan $53,723 Wisconsin $53,663 Vermont $53,543

Texas $53,210 Maine $53,188 Arizona $53,156 Ohio $53,118 Georgia $52,616 Indiana $52,365 Wyoming $52,316 Utah $52,239

Iowa $52,207 Kansas $51,945 Louisiana $51,868 North Carolina $51,841 Missouri $51,830 Florida $51,617 Montana $51,503 Nebraska $51,394

Kentucky $51,334 South Carolina $51,116 Tennessee $50,979 Idaho $50,925 New Mexico $50,526 Oklahoma $50,439 Alabama $50,117 South Dakota $49,577

Arkansas $49,283 West Virginia $49,124 Mississippi $48,650

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:

Lincoln: $54,996
Little Creek: $55,399
Magnolia: $55,319

Lincoln, DE $54,996 Little Creek, DE $55,399 Magnolia, DE $55,319 Milford, DE $55,136 Marydel, DE $55,227 Millsboro, DE $54,766 Millville, DE $54,850 Milton, DE $54,945

Nassau, DE $54,985 Ocean View, DE $54,841 Rehoboth Beach, DE $54,946 Seaford, DE $54,977 Selbyville, DE $54,750 Smyrna, DE $55,437 Viola, DE $55,182 Woodside, DE $55,330

Bear, DE $55,203 Newark, DE $55,182 Claymont, DE $55,295 Delaware City, DE $55,237 Hockessin, DE $55,177 Kirkwood, DE $55,227 Middletown, DE $55,248 Montchanin, DE $55,189

New Castle, DE $55,198 Odessa, DE $55,275 Port Penn, DE $55,312 Rockland, DE $55,195 Saint Georges, DE $55,230 Townsend, DE $55,315 Winterthur, DE $55,201 Lewes, DE $54,966

Wilmington, DE $55,180 Dover, DE $55,399 Dover Afb, DE $55,107 Bethany Beach, DE $54,783 Bethel, DE $54,840 Bridgeville, DE $54,969 Camden Wyoming, DE $55,243 Cheswold, DE $55,381

Clayton, DE $55,383 Dagsboro, DE $54,745 Delmar, DE $54,657 Ellendale, DE $54,823 Felton, DE $55,132 Fenwick Island, DE $54,757 Frankford, DE $54,661 Frederica, DE $55,186

Georgetown, DE $54,724 Greenwood, DE $54,978 Harbeson, DE $54,783 Harrington, DE $55,062 Hartly, DE $55,233 Houston, DE $54,983 Kenton, DE $55,385 Laurel, DE $54,691

Yorklyn, DE $55,193

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	$60,770	$29.0	10%

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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$52,174

Average $55,245/year

$58,425

$4,348

Average $4,604/month

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Average $1,062/week

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$58,425	$4,869	$1,124	$28
Average	$55,245	$4,604	$1,062	$27
25th Percentile	$52,174	$4,348	$1,003	$25

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