What are the main factors that influence a Development Officer'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 Development Officer?

The Education industry offers the highest average compensation for Development Officer roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change A Development Officer's salary?

A Development Officer's salary grows with experience: a Resource Development Coordinator - Higher Ed. (2-4 years)earns $59,084, a Sponsored Programs Manager (4-5 years)earns $114,575, a Development Officer (5+ years)earns $174,254,

What are the highest paying states for a Development Officer?

Development Officer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Development Officer roles are District of Columbia $192,889, California $192,157, Massachusetts $189,596. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Development Officer roles make?

Salaries for Development Officer level roles vary by specialization: College Development Officer: $168,400; University Development Officer: $168,390; Business Development Officer: $134,881; Senior Development Officer: $123,778; Community Development Officer: $95,520.

Development Officer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Development Officer make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Development Officer in Delaware is $176,426 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $85.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $232,828
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $145,408 to $205,949
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $117,167

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Development Officer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$205,949	$17,162	$3,961	$99
Average	$176,426	$14,702	$3,393	$85
25th Percentile	$145,408	$12,117	$2,796	$70

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Key Factors That Influence Development Officer Salaries

A Development Officer'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 Do Development Officer 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 Development Officers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $192,889.
California: $192,157.
Massachusetts: $189,596.

District of Columbia $192,889 California $192,157 Massachusetts $189,596 Washington $188,899 New Jersey $188,829 Alaska $188,586 Connecticut $186,181 New York $185,206

Hawaii $182,087 Rhode Island $180,624 Maryland $179,631 Minnesota $178,272 Colorado $177,750 Illinois $177,575 Oregon $176,913 Delaware $176,426

New Hampshire $176,119 Virginia $175,432 Pennsylvania $173,429 Nevada $172,419 North Dakota $172,088 Michigan $171,565 Wisconsin $171,373 Vermont $170,990

Texas $169,927 Maine $169,858 Arizona $169,753 Ohio $169,631 Georgia $168,028 Indiana $167,227 Wyoming $167,070 Utah $166,826

Iowa $166,722 Kansas $165,886 Louisiana $165,642 North Carolina $165,555 Missouri $165,520 Florida $164,840 Montana $164,474 Nebraska $164,126

Kentucky $163,934 South Carolina $163,238 Tennessee $162,802 Idaho $162,628 New Mexico $161,356 Oklahoma $161,077 Alabama $160,049 South Dakota $158,325

Arkansas $157,384 West Virginia $156,879 Mississippi $155,363

Top Paying Cities for Development Officers

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: $175,631
Little Creek: $176,917
Magnolia: $176,662

Lincoln, DE $175,631 Little Creek, DE $176,917 Magnolia, DE $176,662 Milford, DE $176,077 Marydel, DE $176,366 Millsboro, DE $174,894 Millville, DE $175,164 Milton, DE $175,467

Nassau, DE $175,595 Ocean View, DE $175,135 Rehoboth Beach, DE $175,471 Seaford, DE $175,570 Selbyville, DE $174,844 Smyrna, DE $177,039 Viola, DE $176,223 Woodside, DE $176,697

Bear, DE $176,290 Newark, DE $176,223 Claymont, DE $176,584 Delaware City, DE $176,399 Hockessin, DE $176,208 Kirkwood, DE $176,366 Middletown, DE $176,434 Montchanin, DE $176,248

New Castle, DE $176,274 Odessa, DE $176,521 Port Penn, DE $176,640 Rockland, DE $176,265 Saint Georges, DE $176,378 Townsend, DE $176,650 Winterthur, DE $176,286 Lewes, DE $175,535

Wilmington, DE $176,216 Dover, DE $176,917 Dover Afb, DE $175,985 Bethany Beach, DE $174,950 Bethel, DE $175,131 Bridgeville, DE $175,544 Camden Wyoming, DE $176,419 Cheswold, DE $176,859

Clayton, DE $176,865 Dagsboro, DE $174,828 Delmar, DE $174,547 Ellendale, DE $175,077 Felton, DE $176,063 Fenwick Island, DE $174,866 Frankford, DE $174,561 Frederica, DE $176,237

Georgetown, DE $174,762 Greenwood, DE $175,572 Harbeson, DE $174,948 Harrington, DE $175,840 Hartly, DE $176,387 Houston, DE $175,589 Kenton, DE $176,873 Laurel, DE $174,657

Yorklyn, DE $176,260

Development Officer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Development Officer roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Education, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, Development Officer positions in Government typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Development Officer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Development Officer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Education	$194,068	$93.0	10%

Development Officer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Development Officer'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

$145,408

Average $176,426/year

$205,949

$12,117

Average $14,702/month

$17,162

$2,796

Average $3,393/week

$3,961

$70

Average $85/hour

$99

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$205,949	$17,162	$3,961	$99
Average	$176,426	$14,702	$3,393	$85
25th Percentile	$145,408	$12,117	$2,796	$70

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