Sales Development Associate Salary in the United States

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

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Sales Development Associate in the United States is $130,854 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $63.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $145,822
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $117,208 to $138,689
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $104,784
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Sales Development Associate Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $138,689 $11,557 $2,667 $67
Average $130,854 $10,905 $2,516 $63
25th Percentile $117,208 $9,767 $2,254 $56
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Key Factors That Influence Sales Development Associate Salaries

A Sales Development Associate'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 Sales Development Associate Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Sales Development Associate'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): $77,132
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $100,017
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $131,802
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $169,083
  • Expert (over 8 years): $115,961
Levels Salary
Business ... Level Sales Development Associate$77,132
Business ... Level Sales Development Associate$100,017
Sales Dev... Level Sales Development Associate$131,802
Business ... Level Sales Development Associate$169,083
Business ... Level Sales Development Associate$115,961
$77,132 0 yr
$100,017 < 2 yrs
$131,802 2-4 yrs
$169,083 5-8 yrs
$115,961 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Sales Development Associates

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: $165,046
  • San Francisco: $163,239
  • Oakland: $159,799

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

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 4% 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.
  • B2B (Mentioned in 2% Job Postings): B2B (business-to-business), a type of electronic commerce (e-commerce), is the exchange of products, services or information between businesses, rather than between businesses and consumers (B2C).
  • Cold Call (Mentioned in 1.43% Job Postings): Cold calling is the solicitation of business from potential customers who have had no prior contact with the salesperson conducting the call. It is an attempt to convince potential customers to purchase either the salesperson's product or service.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 4%
B2B 2%
Cold Call 1.43%
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 Associate's salary.
  • Consulting: Can increase your salary by up to 17%.
  • Inside Sales: Can increase your salary by up to 14%.
  • Team Development: Can increase your salary by up to 14%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Consulting
$153,099
17%
Inside Sales
$149,174
14%
Team Development
$149,174
14%
Direct Sales
$143,939
10%
Leadership
$143,939
10%
Analysis
$140,014
7%
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Sales Development Associate Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Sales Development Associate 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, Sales Development Associate positions in Transportation or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Sales Development Associate as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Sales Development Associate

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals$170,110$82.030%
Internet$163,568$79.025%
Financial Services$157,025$75.020%
Energy & Utilities$150,482$72.015%
Business Services$143,939$69.010%

Sales Development Associate Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Sales Development Associate'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

Salary Trends for Sales Development Associate

Salaries for a Sales Development Associate can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $131,658 in 2023 to around $128,123 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Sales Development Associate salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Sales Development Associate Over Time

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