What are the main factors that influence an Economic Development Manager's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change An Economic Development Manager's salary?

An Economic Development Manager's salary grows with experience: a Development and Fundraising Coordinator (2-4 years)earns $74,277, a Economic Development Manager (3-5 years)earns $79,603, a Development and Fundraising Manager (5+ years)earns $98,183, a Development and Fundraising Sr. Manager (5+ years)earns $111,083, a Development and Fundraising Director (5+ years)earns $145,278,

What are the highest paying states for an Economic Development Manager?

Economic Development Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Economic Development Manager roles are District of Columbia $89,539, California $89,200, Massachusetts $88,011. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Economic Development Manager roles make?

Salaries for Economic Development Manager level roles vary by specialization: Economic Development Director: $113,879; Director Of Economic Development: $112,160; Business /Economic Development Representative IV: $109,200; Economic Development Specialist: $96,262; Business /Economic Development Representative III: $93,100.

Economic Development Manager Salary in Nevada

How much does an Economic Development Manager make in Nevada?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for an Economic Development Manager in Nevada is $80,037 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $38.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $91,322
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $71,154 to $85,944
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $63,067

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Economic Development Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$85,944	$7,162	$1,653	$41
Average	$80,037	$6,670	$1,539	$38
25th Percentile	$71,154	$5,930	$1,368	$34

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Key Factors That Influence Economic Development Manager Salaries

An Economic Development Manager'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 Economic Development Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Economic Development Manager'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): $74,277
Early Career (1-2 years): $79,603
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $98,183
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $111,083
Expert (over 8 years): $145,278

Levels	Salary
Developme... Level Economic Development Manager	$74,277
Economic ... Level Economic Development Manager	$79,603
Developme... Level Economic Development Manager	$98,183
Developme... Level Economic Development Manager	$111,083
Developme... Level Economic Development Manager	$145,278

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How Do Economic Development Manager 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 Economic Development Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $89,539.
California: $89,200.
Massachusetts: $88,011.

District of Columbia $89,539 California $89,200 Massachusetts $88,011 Washington $87,687 New Jersey $87,655 Alaska $87,542 Connecticut $86,426 New York $85,973

Hawaii $84,525 Rhode Island $83,846 Maryland $83,385 Minnesota $82,754 Colorado $82,512 Illinois $82,431 Oregon $82,123 Delaware $81,897

New Hampshire $81,755 Virginia $81,436 Pennsylvania $80,506 Nevada $80,037 North Dakota $79,883 Michigan $79,641 Wisconsin $79,552 Vermont $79,374

Texas $78,881 Maine $78,848 Arizona $78,800 Ohio $78,743 Georgia $77,999 Indiana $77,627 Wyoming $77,554 Utah $77,441

Iowa $77,393 Kansas $77,004 Louisiana $76,891 North Carolina $76,851 Missouri $76,835 Florida $76,519 Montana $76,349 Nebraska $76,188

Kentucky $76,099 South Carolina $75,775 Tennessee $75,573 Idaho $75,492 New Mexico $74,902 Oklahoma $74,772 Alabama $74,295 South Dakota $73,495

Arkansas $73,058 West Virginia $72,823 Mississippi $72,120

Top Paying Cities for Economic Development Managers

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:

The Lakes: $78,581
Alamo: $80,867
Henderson: $78,598

The Lakes, NV $78,581 Alamo, NV $80,867 Henderson, NV $78,598 Beatty, NV $80,960 Blue Diamond, NV $78,689 Boulder City, NV $78,788 Bunkerville, NV $80,441 Caliente, NV $80,610

Dyer, NV $80,889 Goldfield, NV $80,852 Hiko, NV $80,693 Indian Springs, NV $79,684 Jean, NV $79,299 Amargosa Valley, NV $80,940 Logandale, NV $80,361 Manhattan, NV $80,993

Mercury, NV $80,709 Mesquite, NV $80,907 Moapa, NV $79,725 Laughlin, NV $80,585 North Las Vegas, NV $78,581 Coyote Springs, NV $80,280 Cal Nev Ari, NV $80,242 Overton, NV $79,502

Pahrump, NV $80,387 Panaca, NV $80,526 Pioche, NV $80,538 Round Mountain, NV $80,884 Searchlight, NV $79,867 Silverpeak, NV $81,135 Tonopah, NV $80,881 Sloan, NV $78,627

Las Vegas, NV $78,581 Nellis Afb, NV $78,581 Ely, NV $80,862 Austin, NV $80,813 Baker, NV $80,516 Duckwater, NV $80,925 Eureka, NV $80,859 Lund, NV $80,855

Mc Gill, NV $80,971 Ruth, NV $81,149 Crystal Bay, NV $81,924 Dayton, NV $80,899 Denio, NV $80,665 Empire, NV $80,869 Fallon, NV $81,009 Fernley, NV $81,067

Gabbs, NV $80,885 Gardnerville, NV $81,082 Genoa, NV $80,940 Gerlach, NV $80,905 Glenbrook, NV $81,020 Golconda, NV $80,847 Hawthorne, NV $81,017 Imlay, NV $80,901

Lovelock, NV $81,008 Luning, NV $81,031 Mc Dermitt, NV $80,621 Mina, NV $80,868 Minden, NV $80,876 Nixon, NV $80,899 Orovada, NV $80,727 Paradise Valley, NV $80,829

Schurz, NV $80,935 Silver City, NV $80,757 Silver Springs, NV $81,045 Smith, NV $80,995 Sparks, NV $81,033 Sun Valley, NV $81,036 Valmy, NV $80,999 Verdi, NV $81,164

Virginia City, NV $80,801 Wadsworth, NV $81,001 Wellington, NV $81,006 Winnemucca, NV $80,945 Yerington, NV $80,978 Zephyr Cove, NV $81,102 Stateline, NV $81,135 Incline Village, NV $81,254

Reno, NV $81,032 Carson City, NV $80,676 Washoe Valley, NV $80,738 Elko, NV $81,036 Spring Creek, NV $81,038 Battle Mountain, NV $80,927 Crescent Valley, NV $80,897 Carlin, NV $80,987

Deeth, NV $80,867 Halleck, NV $80,867 Jackpot, NV $80,207 Jarbidge, NV $80,386 Lamoille, NV $80,914 Montello, NV $80,383 Mountain City, NV $80,614 Owyhee, NV $80,398

Ruby Valley, NV $80,835 Tuscarora, NV $80,775 Wells, NV $80,768 West Wendover, NV $80,839

Economic Development Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Economic Development Manager'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.

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$71,154

Average $80,037/year

$85,944

$5,930

Average $6,670/month

$7,162

$1,368

Average $1,539/week

$1,653

$34

Average $38/hour

$41

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$85,944	$7,162	$1,653	$41
Average	$80,037	$6,670	$1,539	$38
25th Percentile	$71,154	$5,930	$1,368	$34

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