Training and Development Specialists Salary in Kansas

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Kansas nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $56,520 -14.2% vs national
Median hourly $27.18
10th percentile $40,570
90th percentile $103,270
Employed locally 780
National median $65,850

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $40,570
    25th
    $45,030
    50th (median)
    $56,520
    75th
    $69,960
    90th
    $103,270

    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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    Buyers and Purchasing Agents $60,490
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other $73,430

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Training and Development Specialists in Kansas is $27.18, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $43.88 or more per hour.

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

    The median Training and Development Specialists salary in Kansas is 14.2% 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 Kansas?

    Entry-level Training and Development Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $40,570 per year in Kansas. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $45,030.