Training and Development Specialists Salary in Birmingham, AL

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Birmingham, AL

Median annual salary $68,430 +3.9% vs national
Median hourly $32.90
10th percentile $44,040
90th percentile $101,860
Employed locally 730
National median $65,850

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $44,040
    25th
    $54,880
    50th (median)
    $68,430
    75th
    $82,150
    90th
    $101,860

    Birmingham economic context

    Unemployment rate 2.90% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $69,627 2023 • Census ACS
    Training and Development Specialists salary vs area income 98% Median Training and Development Specialists salary is 2% below the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Training and Development Specialists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Casper, WY $99,350
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $97,530
    Eastern Wyoming nonmetropolitan area $94,260
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $92,710
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $92,390
    Kennewick-Richland, WA $90,400

    Nearby metros — Training and Development Specialists salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $97,530
    Balance of Nevada nonmetropolitan area $88,370
    Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV $82,330
    Alaska nonmetropolitan area $81,820
    Decatur, AL $81,510
    Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA $79,990

    Related occupations in Birmingham, AL

    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors $75,390
    Human Resources Specialists $65,070
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists $61,270
    Loan Officers $61,240
    Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators $83,460
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents $63,560

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Training and Development Specialists make per hour in Birmingham?

    The median hourly wage for Training and Development Specialists in Birmingham, AL is $32.90, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $49.48 or more per hour.

    Is Birmingham above or below average for Training and Development Specialists salaries?

    The median Training and Development Specialists salary in Birmingham, AL is 3.9% above the national median of $65,850. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Training and Development Specialists in Birmingham?

    Entry-level Training and Development Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $44,040 per year in Birmingham, AL. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $54,880.