Training and Development Specialists Salary in Massachusetts

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

Median annual salary $58,520 -11.1% vs national
Median hourly $28.14
10th percentile $34,490
90th percentile $105,180
Employed locally 80
National median $65,850

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,490
    25th
    $48,750
    50th (median)
    $58,520
    75th
    $66,750
    90th
    $105,180

    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 $86,490
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    Human Resources Specialists $77,140
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other $78,170
    Fundraisers $66,690
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents $76,790

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Training and Development Specialists in Massachusetts is $28.14, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $48.85 or more per hour.

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

    The median Training and Development Specialists salary in Massachusetts is 11.1% 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 Massachusetts?

    Entry-level Training and Development Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $34,490 per year in Massachusetts. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $48,750.