What are the main factors that influence a Knowledge 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 Knowledge Specialist?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Knowledge Specialist roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change A Knowledge Specialist's salary?

A Knowledge Specialist's salary grows with experience: a Business Development Associate II (2-4 years)earns $77,656, a Business Development Associate III (4-7 years)earns $100,696, a Knowledge Specialist (7+ years)earns $132,698, a Business Development Associate V (7-10 years)earns $170,233, a Business Development Supervisor (10+ years)earns $116,749,

What are the highest paying states for a Knowledge Specialist?

Knowledge Specialist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Knowledge Specialist roles are District of Columbia $144,037, California $143,490, Massachusetts $141,578. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Knowledge Specialist roles make?

Salaries for Knowledge Specialist level roles vary by specialization: Knowledge Base Specialist: $128,043; Digital Knowledge Management Specialist IV: $118,000; Knowledge Management & Learning Specialist IV: $117,950; Knowledge Management Specialist IV: $117,942; Knowledge Management Specialist III: $99,529.

Knowledge Specialist Salary in Delaware

How much does a Knowledge Specialist make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Knowledge Specialist in Delaware is $131,743 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $63.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $146,815
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $118,004 to $139,632
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $105,495

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Knowledge Specialist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$139,632	$11,636	$2,685	$67
Average	$131,743	$10,979	$2,534	$63
25th Percentile	$118,004	$9,834	$2,269	$57

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Key Factors That Influence Knowledge Specialist Salaries

A Knowledge 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 Knowledge Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Knowledge 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): $77,656
Early Career (1-2 years): $100,696
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $132,698
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $170,233
Expert (over 8 years): $116,749

Levels	Salary
Business ... Level Knowledge Specialist	$77,656
Business ... Level Knowledge Specialist	$100,696
Knowledge... Level Knowledge Specialist	$132,698
Business ... Level Knowledge Specialist	$170,233
Business ... Level Knowledge Specialist	$116,749

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

District of Columbia: $144,037.
California: $143,490.
Massachusetts: $141,578.

District of Columbia $144,037 California $143,490 Massachusetts $141,578 Washington $141,058 New Jersey $141,006 Alaska $140,824 Connecticut $139,028 New York $138,300

Hawaii $135,971 Rhode Island $134,878 Maryland $134,137 Minnesota $133,122 Colorado $132,732 Illinois $132,602 Oregon $132,107 Delaware $131,743

New Hampshire $131,514 Virginia $131,002 Pennsylvania $129,506 Nevada $128,751 North Dakota $128,504 Michigan $128,114 Wisconsin $127,971 Vermont $127,684

Texas $126,891 Maine $126,839 Arizona $126,761 Ohio $126,670 Georgia $125,473 Indiana $124,874 Wyoming $124,757 Utah $124,575

Iowa $124,497 Kansas $123,873 Louisiana $123,691 North Carolina $123,625 Missouri $123,599 Florida $123,092 Montana $122,819 Nebraska $122,559

Kentucky $122,416 South Carolina $121,895 Tennessee $121,570 Idaho $121,440 New Mexico $120,490 Oklahoma $120,282 Alabama $119,515 South Dakota $118,227

Arkansas $117,524 West Virginia $117,147 Mississippi $116,015

Top Paying Cities for Knowledge 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: $131,150
Little Creek: $132,110
Magnolia: $131,920

Lincoln, DE $131,150 Little Creek, DE $132,110 Magnolia, DE $131,920 Milford, DE $131,483 Marydel, DE $131,699 Millsboro, DE $130,600 Millville, DE $130,801 Milton, DE $131,028

Nassau, DE $131,123 Ocean View, DE $130,779 Rehoboth Beach, DE $131,030 Seaford, DE $131,104 Selbyville, DE $130,562 Smyrna, DE $132,201 Viola, DE $131,592 Woodside, DE $131,946

Bear, DE $131,642 Newark, DE $131,592 Claymont, DE $131,862 Delaware City, DE $131,724 Hockessin, DE $131,581 Kirkwood, DE $131,699 Middletown, DE $131,750 Montchanin, DE $131,610

New Castle, DE $131,630 Odessa, DE $131,815 Port Penn, DE $131,903 Rockland, DE $131,623 Saint Georges, DE $131,708 Townsend, DE $131,911 Winterthur, DE $131,639 Lewes, DE $131,078

Wilmington, DE $131,587 Dover, DE $132,110 Dover Afb, DE $131,414 Bethany Beach, DE $130,641 Bethel, DE $130,777 Bridgeville, DE $131,085 Camden Wyoming, DE $131,738 Cheswold, DE $132,067

Clayton, DE $132,071 Dagsboro, DE $130,550 Delmar, DE $130,341 Ellendale, DE $130,736 Felton, DE $131,473 Fenwick Island, DE $130,579 Frankford, DE $130,351 Frederica, DE $131,603

Georgetown, DE $130,501 Greenwood, DE $131,106 Harbeson, DE $130,640 Harrington, DE $131,306 Hartly, DE $131,715 Houston, DE $131,119 Kenton, DE $132,077 Laurel, DE $130,423

Yorklyn, DE $131,620

Knowledge Specialist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Knowledge Specialist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Knowledge Specialist positions in Transportation or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Knowledge Specialist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Knowledge Specialist

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$171,266	$82.0	30%
Internet	$164,679	$79.0	25%
Financial Services	$158,092	$76.0	20%
Energy & Utilities	$151,505	$73.0	15%
Business Services	$144,917	$70.0	10%

Knowledge Specialist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Knowledge 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.

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$118,004

Average $131,743/year

$139,632

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Average $10,979/month

$11,636

$2,269

Average $2,534/week

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$57

Average $63/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$139,632	$11,636	$2,685	$67
Average	$131,743	$10,979	$2,534	$63
25th Percentile	$118,004	$9,834	$2,269	$57

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