Training and Development Specialists Salary in East Arkansas

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • East Arkansas nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $31,390 -52.3% vs national
Median hourly $15.09
10th percentile $26,000
90th percentile $75,150
Employed locally 140
National median $65,850

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $26,000
    25th
    $26,770
    50th (median)
    $31,390
    75th
    $54,560
    90th
    $75,150

    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

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors $62,120
    Human Resources Specialists $47,490
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other $50,440
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents $55,010
    Loan Officers $78,330
    Project Management Specialists $74,870

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Training and Development Specialists in East Arkansas is $15.09, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.40 or more per hour.

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

    The median Training and Development Specialists salary in East Arkansas is 52.3% below 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 East Arkansas?

    Entry-level Training and Development Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $26,000 per year in East Arkansas. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $26,770.