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

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 $59,079, a Sponsored Programs Manager (4-5 years)earns $114,510, a Development Officer (5+ years)earns $174,198,

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 $192,827, California $192,095, Massachusetts $189,535. 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: $134,905; Senior Development Officer: $123,784; Community Development Officer: $95,497.

Development Officer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Development Officer make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Development Officer in Delaware is $176,369 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): $232,766
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $145,365 to $205,889
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $117,138

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Development Officer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$205,889	$17,157	$3,959	$99
Average	$176,369	$14,697	$3,392	$85
25th Percentile	$145,365	$12,114	$2,795	$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: $192,827.
California: $192,095.
Massachusetts: $189,535.

District of Columbia $192,827 California $192,095 Massachusetts $189,535 Washington $188,838 New Jersey $188,769 Alaska $188,525 Connecticut $186,122 New York $185,146

Hawaii $182,029 Rhode Island $180,566 Maryland $179,573 Minnesota $178,215 Colorado $177,692 Illinois $177,518 Oregon $176,856 Delaware $176,369

New Hampshire $176,062 Virginia $175,376 Pennsylvania $173,373 Nevada $172,363 North Dakota $172,032 Michigan $171,510 Wisconsin $171,318 Vermont $170,935

Texas $169,873 Maine $169,803 Arizona $169,699 Ohio $169,577 Georgia $167,974 Indiana $167,173 Wyoming $167,017 Utah $166,773

Iowa $166,668 Kansas $165,832 Louisiana $165,588 North Carolina $165,501 Missouri $165,467 Florida $164,787 Montana $164,422 Nebraska $164,073

Kentucky $163,882 South Carolina $163,185 Tennessee $162,750 Idaho $162,576 New Mexico $161,304 Oklahoma $161,026 Alabama $159,998 South Dakota $158,274

Arkansas $157,333 West Virginia $156,828 Mississippi $155,313

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: $175,575
Little Creek: $176,860
Magnolia: $176,606

Lincoln, DE $175,575 Little Creek, DE $176,860 Magnolia, DE $176,606 Milford, DE $176,020 Marydel, DE $176,310 Millsboro, DE $174,838 Millville, DE $175,108 Milton, DE $175,411

Nassau, DE $175,538 Ocean View, DE $175,078 Rehoboth Beach, DE $175,414 Seaford, DE $175,514 Selbyville, DE $174,787 Smyrna, DE $176,982 Viola, DE $176,167 Woodside, DE $176,640

Bear, DE $176,233 Newark, DE $176,167 Claymont, DE $176,527 Delaware City, DE $176,343 Hockessin, DE $176,151 Kirkwood, DE $176,310 Middletown, DE $176,378 Montchanin, DE $176,191

New Castle, DE $176,217 Odessa, DE $176,465 Port Penn, DE $176,583 Rockland, DE $176,209 Saint Georges, DE $176,322 Townsend, DE $176,593 Winterthur, DE $176,229 Lewes, DE $175,479

Wilmington, DE $176,160 Dover, DE $176,860 Dover Afb, DE $175,928 Bethany Beach, DE $174,894 Bethel, DE $175,075 Bridgeville, DE $175,488 Camden Wyoming, DE $176,362 Cheswold, DE $176,802

Clayton, DE $176,808 Dagsboro, DE $174,772 Delmar, DE $174,491 Ellendale, DE $175,021 Felton, DE $176,007 Fenwick Island, DE $174,810 Frankford, DE $174,505 Frederica, DE $176,181

Georgetown, DE $174,706 Greenwood, DE $175,515 Harbeson, DE $174,892 Harrington, DE $175,784 Hartly, DE $176,330 Houston, DE $175,533 Kenton, DE $176,816 Laurel, DE $174,601

Yorklyn, DE $176,203

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 May 01, 2026

$145,365

Average $176,369/year

$205,889

$12,114

Average $14,697/month

$17,157

$2,795

Average $3,392/week

$3,959

$70

Average $85/hour

$99

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$205,889	$17,157	$3,959	$99
Average	$176,369	$14,697	$3,392	$85
25th Percentile	$145,365	$12,114	$2,795	$70

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