What are the main factors that influence a Workforce Development Specialist's salary?

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

How does experience change A Workforce Development Specialist's salary?

A Workforce Development Specialist's salary grows with experience: a Workforce Development Specialist (0-2 years)earns $58,009, a Training Specialist II (2-4 years)earns $71,022, a Training Specialist III (4-7 years)earns $87,382, a Training Specialist IV (7+ years)earns $112,262, a Training Manager (7+ years)earns $100,239,

What are the highest paying states for a Workforce Development Specialist?

Workforce Development Specialist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Workforce Development Specialist roles are District of Columbia $64,027, California $63,784, Massachusetts $62,934. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Workforce Development Specialist roles make?

Salaries for Workforce Development Specialist level roles vary by specialization: Director Of Workforce Development: $219,251; Workforce Development Director: $210,466; Workforce Development Manager: $112,241; Workforce Management Specialist: $111,201; Workforce Analyst III: $110,533.

Workforce Development Specialist Salary in Delaware

How much does a Workforce Development Specialist make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Workforce Development Specialist in Delaware is $58,562 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $28.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $72,937
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $52,428 to $66,087
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $46,843

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Workforce Development Specialist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$66,087	$5,507	$1,271	$32
Average	$58,562	$4,880	$1,126	$28
25th Percentile	$52,428	$4,369	$1,008	$25

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Key Factors That Influence Workforce Development Specialist Salaries

A Workforce Development Specialist'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 Workforce Development Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Workforce Development Specialist'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): $58,009
Early Career (1-2 years): $71,022
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $87,382
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $112,262
Expert (over 8 years): $100,239

Levels	Salary
Workforce... Level Workforce Development Specialist	$58,009
Training ... Level Workforce Development Specialist	$71,022
Training ... Level Workforce Development Specialist	$87,382
Training ... Level Workforce Development Specialist	$112,262
Training ... Level Workforce Development Specialist	$100,239

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How Do Workforce Development Specialist 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 Workforce Development Specialists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $64,027.
California: $63,784.
Massachusetts: $62,934.

District of Columbia $64,027 California $63,784 Massachusetts $62,934 Washington $62,703 New Jersey $62,680 Alaska $62,599 Connecticut $61,801 New York $61,477

Hawaii $60,442 Rhode Island $59,956 Maryland $59,626 Minnesota $59,175 Colorado $59,002 Illinois $58,944 Oregon $58,724 Delaware $58,562

New Hampshire $58,461 Virginia $58,233 Pennsylvania $57,568 Nevada $57,232 North Dakota $57,122 Michigan $56,949 Wisconsin $56,885 Vermont $56,758

Texas $56,405 Maine $56,382 Arizona $56,348 Ohio $56,307 Georgia $55,775 Indiana $55,509 Wyoming $55,457 Utah $55,376

Iowa $55,341 Kansas $55,064 Louisiana $54,983 North Carolina $54,954 Missouri $54,942 Florida $54,717 Montana $54,595 Nebraska $54,480

Kentucky $54,416 South Carolina $54,185 Tennessee $54,040 Idaho $53,982 New Mexico $53,560 Oklahoma $53,468 Alabama $53,126 South Dakota $52,554

Arkansas $52,242 West Virginia $52,074 Mississippi $51,571

Top Paying Cities for Workforce Development Specialists

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: $60,609
Little Creek: $60,048
Magnolia: $60,297

Lincoln, DE $60,609 Little Creek, DE $60,048 Magnolia, DE $60,297 Milford, DE $60,609 Marydel, DE $59,823 Millsboro, DE $60,609 Millville, DE $61,014 Milton, DE $60,609

Nassau, DE $60,609 Ocean View, DE $61,014 Rehoboth Beach, DE $61,014 Seaford, DE $59,973 Selbyville, DE $61,014 Smyrna, DE $59,754 Viola, DE $60,297 Woodside, DE $60,124

Bear, DE $59,314 Newark, DE $59,337 Claymont, DE $59,383 Delaware City, DE $59,337 Hockessin, DE $59,383 Kirkwood, DE $59,337 Middletown, DE $59,632 Montchanin, DE $59,383

New Castle, DE $59,383 Odessa, DE $59,713 Port Penn, DE $59,175 Rockland, DE $59,383 Saint Georges, DE $59,337 Townsend, DE $59,626 Winterthur, DE $59,383 Lewes, DE $60,609

Wilmington, DE $59,383 Dover, DE $60,020 Dover Afb, DE $60,158 Bethany Beach, DE $61,014 Bethel, DE $59,973 Bridgeville, DE $60,609 Camden Wyoming, DE $60,083 Cheswold, DE $59,881

Clayton, DE $59,730 Dagsboro, DE $61,014 Delmar, DE $59,973 Ellendale, DE $60,609 Felton, DE $60,609 Fenwick Island, DE $61,014 Frankford, DE $61,014 Frederica, DE $60,609

Georgetown, DE $60,609 Greenwood, DE $60,609 Harbeson, DE $60,609 Harrington, DE $60,609 Hartly, DE $59,702 Houston, DE $60,609 Kenton, DE $59,730 Laurel, DE $59,973

Yorklyn, DE $59,383

Workforce Development Specialist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Workforce Development Specialist'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 January 01, 2026

$52,428

Average $58,562/year

$66,087

$4,369

Average $4,880/month

$5,507

$1,008

Average $1,126/week

$1,271

$25

Average $28/hour

$32

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$66,087	$5,507	$1,271	$32
Average	$58,562	$4,880	$1,126	$28
25th Percentile	$52,428	$4,369	$1,008	$25

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