Sales Development Advisor Salary in the United States

How much does a Sales Development Advisor make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Sales Development Advisor in the United States is $42,676 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $21.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $49,533
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $38,312 to $46,265
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $34,338
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View as table View as graph 25% $38,312 10% $34,338 90% $49,533 75% $46,265 $42,676 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click

Sales Development Advisor Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $46,265 $3,855 $890 $22
Average $42,676 $3,556 $821 $21
25th Percentile $38,312 $3,193 $737 $18
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Key Factors That Influence Sales Development Advisor Salaries

A Sales Development Advisor'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Sales Development Advisor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Sales Development Advisor'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): $37,290
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $42,412
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $51,649
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $62,468
  • Expert (over 8 years): $62,302
Levels Salary
Contact C... Level Sales Development Advisor$37,290
Sales Dev... Level Sales Development Advisor$42,412
Contact C... Level Sales Development Advisor$51,649
Contact C... Level Sales Development Advisor$62,468
Outbound ... Level Sales Development Advisor$62,302
$37,290 0 yr
$42,412 < 2 yrs
$51,649 2-4 yrs
$62,468 5-8 yrs
$62,302 > 8 yrs
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What Am I Worth?

How Do Sales Development Advisor 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 Sales Development Advisors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $47,251.
  • California: $47,072.
  • Massachusetts: $46,444.

Top Paying Cities for Sales Development Advisors

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: $53,827
  • San Francisco: $53,238
  • Oakland: $52,116

What Skills Can Increase a Sales Development Advisor's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 19.13% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Business Process Outsourcing (Mentioned in 1.43% Job Postings): Business process outsourcing (BPO) is the delegation of one or more IT-intensive business processes to an external provider that, in turn, owns, administrates and manages the selected processes based on defined and measurable performance metrics.
  • Telemarketing (Mentioned in 1.05% Job Postings): Telemarketing (sometimes known as inside sales, or telesales in the UK and Ireland) is a method of direct marketing in which a salesperson solicits prospective customers to buy products or services, either over the phone or through a subsequent face to face or Web conferencing appointment scheduled during the call. Telemarketing can also include recorded sales pitches programmed to be played over the phone via automatic dialing. Telemarketing is defined as contacting, qualifying, and canvassing prospective customers using telecommunications devices such as telephone, fax, and internet. It does not include direct mail marketing.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 19.13%
Business Process Outsourcing 1.43%
Telemarketing 1.05%
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 Sales Development Advisor's salary.
  • Leadership: Can increase your salary by up to 23%.
  • Communicates Effectively: Can increase your salary by up to 17%.
  • Verbal Communication: Can increase your salary by up to 15%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Leadership
$52,492
23%
Communicates Effectively
$49,931
17%
Verbal Communication
$49,078
15%
Time Management
$49,078
15%
Commitment
$49,078
15%
Teamwork
$48,224
13%
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Sales Development Advisor Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Sales Development Advisor roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 65% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Software & Networking sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Sales Development Advisor positions in Transportation or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Sales Development Advisor as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Sales Development Advisor

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology$53,345$26.025%
Software & Networking$51,211$25.020%
Energy & Utilities$46,944$23.010%
Internet$46,944$23.010%
Pharmaceuticals$46,944$23.010%

How Education impacts a Sales Development Advisor's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Sales Development Advisors enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Sales Development Advisor with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $42,856 and $46,302).

Sales Development Advisor Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Sales Development Advisor
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 41.2%
High School 41.2%
Associates 5.9%
Bachelors 47.1%
Masters 5.9%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Sales Development Advisor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Sales Development Advisor'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 Sales Development Advisor

Salaries for a Sales Development Advisor can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $38,775 in 2023 to around $37,387 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Sales Development Advisor salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Sales Development Advisor Over Time

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2023
$38,775
2024
$37,790
2025
$37,387
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2024 $37,790
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Most common benefits for Sales Development Advisor

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    Columbus, OH

    Goodyear | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

    H&amp;M Group | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

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FAQ about Sales Development Advisor

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Sales Development Advisor?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Sales Development Advisor roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

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