Learning And Organizational Development Specialist Salary in the United States

How much does a Learning And Organizational Development Specialist make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Learning And Organizational Development Specialist in the United States is $69,588 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $33.

However, a Learning And Organizational Development Specialist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $81,186
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $61,271 to $75,659
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $53,699
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Learning And Organizational Development Specialist Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $75,659 $6,305 $1,455 $36
Average $69,588 $5,799 $1,338 $33
25th Percentile $61,271 $5,106 $1,178 $29
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Key Factors That Influence Learning And Organizational Development Specialist Salaries

A Learning And Organizational Development 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 Learning And Organizational Development Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Learning And Organizational Development 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): $58,868
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $70,166
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $96,671
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $118,526
  • Expert (over 8 years): $138,465
Levels Salary
Organizat... Level Learning And Organizational Development Specialist$58,868
Learning ... Level Learning And Organizational Development Specialist$70,166
Organizat... Level Learning And Organizational Development Specialist$96,671
Organizat... Level Learning And Organizational Development Specialist$118,526
Organizat... Level Learning And Organizational Development Specialist$138,465
$58,868 0 yr
$70,166 < 2 yrs
$96,671 2-4 yrs
$118,526 5-8 yrs
$138,465 > 8 yrs
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How Do Learning And Organizational Development 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 Learning And Organizational Development Specialists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $77,048.
  • California: $76,756.
  • Massachusetts: $75,733.

Top Paying Cities for Learning And Organizational Development 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:

  • San Jose: $87,772
  • San Francisco: $86,811
  • Oakland: $84,981

What Skills Can Increase a Learning And Organizational Development Specialist's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 10.07% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • Employee Engagement (Mentioned in 1.77% Job Postings): Employee engagement is a fundamental concept in the effort to understand and describe, both qualitatively and quantitatively, the nature of the relationship between an organization and its employees. An "engaged employee" is defined as one who is fully absorbed by and enthusiastic about their work and so takes positive action to further the organization's reputation and interests. An engaged employee has a positive attitude towards the organization and its values. In contrast, a disengaged employee may range from someone doing the bare minimum at work (aka 'coasting'), up to an employee who is actively damaging the company's work output and reputation. An organization with "high" employee engagement might therefore be expected to outperform those with "low" employee engagement. Employee engagement first appeared as a concept in management theory in the 1990s, becoming widespread in management practice in the 2000s, but it remains contested. It stands in an unspecified relationship to earlier constructs such as morale and job satisfaction. Despite academic critiques, employee engagement practices are well established in the management of human resources and of internal communications.
  • Adult Learning (Mentioned in 1.12% Job Postings): Adult education is a practice in which adults engage in systematic and sustained self-educating activities in order to gain new forms of knowledge, skills, attitudes, or values.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Leadership 10.07%
Employee Engagement 1.77%
Adult Learning 1.12%
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 Learning And Organizational Development Specialist's salary.
  • Organizational Design: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
  • Succession Planning: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
  • Change Management: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Organizational Design
$73,763
6%
Succession Planning
$73,068
5%
Change Management
$73,068
5%
Process Management
$73,068
5%
Talent Acquisition
$72,372
4%
Career Development
$72,372
4%
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Learning And Organizational Development Specialist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Learning And Organizational Development Specialist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 58% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Learning And Organizational Development Specialist positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Learning And Organizational Development Specialist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Learning And Organizational Development Specialist

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology$86,985$42.025%
Pharmaceuticals$83,506$40.020%
Software & Networking$77,939$37.012%
Aerospace & Defense$76,547$37.010%
Insurance$76,547$37.010%

Learning And Organizational Development Specialist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Learning And Organizational Development 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 August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Learning And Organizational Development Specialist

Salaries for a Learning And Organizational Development Specialist can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $66,436 in 2023 to around $66,271 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Learning And Organizational Development Specialist salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Learning And Organizational Development Specialist Over Time

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$66,436
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FAQ about Learning And Organizational Development Specialist

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Learning And Organizational Development Specialist?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Learning And Organizational Development Specialist roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

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