What are the main factors that influence a Community Services Specialist's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Community Services Specialist?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Community Services Specialist roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Community Services Specialist's salary?

A Community Services Specialist's salary grows with experience: a Community Relations Specialist I (0-2 years)earns $62,449, a Community Services Specialist (2-4 years)earns $78,134, a Community Relations Specialist III (4-7 years)earns $99,771, a Community Relations Specialist IV (7+ years)earns $123,281, a Community Relations Specialist V (7-10 years)earns $157,105,

What are the highest paying states for a Community Services Specialist?

Community Services Specialist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Community Services Specialist roles are District of Columbia $84,936, California $84,614, Massachusetts $83,486. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Community Services Specialist roles make?

Salaries for Community Services Specialist level roles vary by specialization: Community Services Director: $187,947; Director of Community Services: $186,444; Community Services Manager: $109,628; Community Specialist: $77,745; Community Services Coordinator: $77,353.

Community Services Specialist Salary in Delaware

How much does a Community Services Specialist make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Community Services Specialist in Delaware is $77,686 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $37.

However, a Community Services Specialist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $92,938
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $71,247 to $85,670
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $65,384

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Community Services Specialist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$85,670	$7,139	$1,647	$41
Average	$77,686	$6,474	$1,494	$37
25th Percentile	$71,247	$5,937	$1,370	$34

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Key Factors That Influence Community Services Specialist Salaries

A Community Services 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 Community Services Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Community Services 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): $62,449
Early Career (1-2 years): $78,134
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $99,771
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $123,281
Expert (over 8 years): $157,105

Levels	Salary
Community... Level Community Services Specialist	$62,449
Community... Level Community Services Specialist	$78,134
Community... Level Community Services Specialist	$99,771
Community... Level Community Services Specialist	$123,281
Community... Level Community Services Specialist	$157,105

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How Do Community Services 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 Community Services Specialists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $84,936.
California: $84,614.
Massachusetts: $83,486.

District of Columbia $84,936 California $84,614 Massachusetts $83,486 Washington $83,179 New Jersey $83,148 Alaska $83,041 Connecticut $81,982 New York $81,553

Hawaii $80,180 Rhode Island $79,535 Maryland $79,098 Minnesota $78,500 Colorado $78,269 Illinois $78,193 Oregon $77,901 Delaware $77,686

New Hampshire $77,551 Virginia $77,249 Pennsylvania $76,367 Nevada $75,922 North Dakota $75,776 Michigan $75,546 Wisconsin $75,462 Vermont $75,293

Texas $74,825 Maine $74,794 Arizona $74,748 Ohio $74,695 Georgia $73,989 Indiana $73,636 Wyoming $73,567 Utah $73,460

Iowa $73,414 Kansas $73,045 Louisiana $72,938 North Carolina $72,900 Missouri $72,884 Florida $72,585 Montana $72,424 Nebraska $72,271

Kentucky $72,186 South Carolina $71,879 Tennessee $71,688 Idaho $71,611 New Mexico $71,051 Oklahoma $70,928 Alabama $70,475 South Dakota $69,716

Arkansas $69,302 West Virginia $69,079 Mississippi $68,412

Top Paying Cities for Community Services 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:

Lincoln: $77,337
Little Creek: $77,903
Magnolia: $77,791

Lincoln, DE $77,337 Little Creek, DE $77,903 Magnolia, DE $77,791 Milford, DE $77,533 Marydel, DE $77,660 Millsboro, DE $77,012 Millville, DE $77,131 Milton, DE $77,265

Nassau, DE $77,321 Ocean View, DE $77,118 Rehoboth Beach, DE $77,266 Seaford, DE $77,310 Selbyville, DE $76,990 Smyrna, DE $77,956 Viola, DE $77,597 Woodside, DE $77,806

Bear, DE $77,627 Newark, DE $77,597 Claymont, DE $77,756 Delaware City, DE $77,675 Hockessin, DE $77,591 Kirkwood, DE $77,660 Middletown, DE $77,690 Montchanin, DE $77,608

New Castle, DE $77,620 Odessa, DE $77,729 Port Penn, DE $77,781 Rockland, DE $77,616 Saint Georges, DE $77,666 Townsend, DE $77,785 Winterthur, DE $77,625 Lewes, DE $77,294

Wilmington, DE $77,594 Dover, DE $77,903 Dover Afb, DE $77,492 Bethany Beach, DE $77,037 Bethel, DE $77,116 Bridgeville, DE $77,298 Camden Wyoming, DE $77,683 Cheswold, DE $77,877

Clayton, DE $77,880 Dagsboro, DE $76,983 Delmar, DE $76,859 Ellendale, DE $77,093 Felton, DE $77,527 Fenwick Island, DE $77,000 Frankford, DE $76,866 Frederica, DE $77,604

Georgetown, DE $76,954 Greenwood, DE $77,311 Harbeson, DE $77,036 Harrington, DE $77,429 Hartly, DE $77,670 Houston, DE $77,318 Kenton, DE $77,884 Laurel, DE $76,908

Yorklyn, DE $77,614

Community Services Specialist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Community Services Specialist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 42% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Community Services Specialist positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Community Services Specialist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Community Services Specialist

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services	$93,224	$45.0	20%
Pharmaceuticals	$93,224	$45.0	20%
Biotechnology	$91,670	$44.0	18%
Energy & Utilities	$91,670	$44.0	18%
Internet	$87,009	$42.0	12%

Community Services Specialist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Community Services 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 July 01, 2026

$71,247

Average $77,686/year

$85,670

$5,937

Average $6,474/month

$7,139

$1,370

Average $1,494/week

$1,647

$34

Average $37/hour

$41

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$85,670	$7,139	$1,647	$41
Average	$77,686	$6,474	$1,494	$37
25th Percentile	$71,247	$5,937	$1,370	$34

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