How much does an Economic Development make in Alabama? The average Economic Development salary in Alabama is $71,130 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $59,520 and $81,399. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Economic Development Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Economic Development Salary $48,949 AL March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Economic Development Salary $59,520 AL March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Economic Development Salary $71,130 AL March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Economic Development Salary $81,399 AL March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Economic Development Salary $90,748 AL March 26, 2024
25% $59,520 10% $48,949 90% $90,748 75% $81,399 $71,130 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Georgiana, AL Avg. Salary $68,112 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Tanner, AL Avg. Salary $71,982 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Abbeville, AL Avg. Salary $66,100 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Abernant, AL Avg. Salary $71,827 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adamsville, AL Avg. Salary $72,291 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Addison, AL Avg. Salary $70,434 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adger, AL Avg. Salary $71,827 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Akron, AL Avg. Salary $71,982 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alabaster, AL Avg. Salary $71,827 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alberta, AL Avg. Salary $70,047 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Job Openings for Economic Development in Alabama
Town of Smithsburg (Maryland) - Smithsburg , MD
Job Description Job Description The Town of Smithsburg is currently looking to hire a full-time Economic Development Coordinator. This is a newly created position and an exciting opportunity to join our dedicated team at one of the fastest growing municipalities in Washington County. Are you passionate about progress? Do you thrive on being active in the community? Do you enjoy building relationships? If you are looking for an opportunity in a fast-paced environment that allows you to use your business, planning, and collaboration skills, while making a positive impact on the community, then this job is for you. As you create and develop initiatives to advance the economic development of the town, you will have the satisfaction of knowing you are making a valuable difference serving the citizens of Smithsburg. When you begin work with the town, you will be offered a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package to meet your work-life balance, health, and retirement needs includ
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City of Wasilla - Boise , ID
Job Description Job Description ***This position is located in Wasilla, AK 290 E Herning Ave and will require you to relocate.*** We are seeking a highly motivated and professional City Planner to join one of the fastest growing commercial hubs in the State of Alaska. With growth comes automation and streaming the permit process to ensure the highest level of success by creating reasonable regulations with a commonsense approach to growth. This position will be the driving force for managing all phases of zoning administration, collaborating and assisting the Planning Commission, updating comprehensive growth plans in coordination with other departments, and working with Economic Development team. Responsible for a wide range of duties such as the following: Developing programs and policies to enhance the business environment in Wasilla Reviewing and approving site plans and other zoning applications Regulating signage Long-range and strategic planning Maintaining the City's mapping da
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City of Wasilla - Juneau , AK
Job Description Job Description **This job is located in Wasilla, AK and will require you to relocate** We are seeking a highly motivated and professional City Planner to join one of the fastest growing commercial hubs in the State of Alaska. With growth comes automation and streaming the permit process to ensure the highest level of success by creating reasonable regulations with a commonsense approach to growth. This position will be the driving force for managing all phases of zoning administration, collaborating and assisting the Planning Commission, updating comprehensive growth plans in coordination with other departments, and working with Economic Development team. Ultimately, the ideal candidate would have experience in organically driving a local planning department and automating the department to streamline the permitting process, create metrics for managing, and engaging the residents, community, and business sections. - Responsible to improving efficiency, reduce paperwork
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City of Fairborn, OH - Fairborn , OH
Salary : $61,068.80 - $84,552.00 Annually Location : 44 W. Hebble Ave., Fairborn OH 45324 Job Type: Full-time Job Number: 00175 Department: City Manager's Office Division: Economic Development Opening Date: 04/15/2024 Closing Date: 5/15/2024 11:59 PM Eastern Description Under the direction of the Economic Development Director, this individual is responsible for assisting and advancing the City of Fairborn's economic development day-to-day activity. While immersed in a variety of economic development activity, the primary responsibilities of this position include marketing assistance, program/organization oversight, statistical research, business outreach, grant/contract management, and administrative functions. Position requires adherence to confidentiality, the ability to perform with speed and accuracy, and requires the use of independent judgment. Performs other work as requested. Examples of Duties Develops knowledge of the city's diverse business community Proactively conducts rel
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City Of Fairborn - Fairborn , OH
Under the direction of the Economic Development Director, this individual is responsible for assisting and advancing the City of Fairborn's economic development day-to-day activity. While immersed in a variety of economic development activity, the primary responsibilities of this position include marketing assistance, program/organization oversight, statistical research, business outreach, grant/contract management, and administrative functions. Position requires adherence to confidentiality, the ability to perform with speed and accuracy, and requires the use of independent judgment. Performs other work as requested. Develops knowledge of the city's diverse business communityProactively conducts relevant research on potential local business expansions within the cityAssists in the development and administration of financial incentive programsAssists in the development and operation of business development programs and/or other services that will support the business communityCoordinat
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City of College Park, GA - Atlanta , GA
Salary: $115,884.39 Annually Location : College Park, GA Job Type: Full-Time Job Number: 7520-001 Department: Development Opening Date: 02/28/2024 FLSA: Exempt Summary A successful candidate will play an active role in the City of College Park's existing operational success. The purpose of the position is to manage the development of the City. Successful performance helps ensure the orderly development of the City, affects the quality of economic opportunity for city residents, and affects the image of the City. Essential Functions Independent judgment is required to identify, select and apply the most appropriate available guidelines and procedures as well as interpret precedents. The Director of Economic Development is responsible for planning, organizing, directing, and managing the day-to-day operations of the Economic Development Department, staff and Economic Development Committee, and other city staff in promoting the business and economic development interests within the commun
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    Bachelor's Degree

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