Training and Development Specialists Salary in Southeast Iowa

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southeast Iowa nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $54,980 -16.5% vs national
Median hourly $26.43
10th percentile $44,940
90th percentile $83,730
Employed locally 480
National median $65,850

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $44,940
    25th
    $47,590
    50th (median)
    $54,980
    75th
    $69,020
    90th
    $83,730

    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 $69,570
    Human Resources Specialists $63,080
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists $65,000
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents $66,190
    Project Management Specialists $77,990
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other $63,140

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Training and Development Specialists in Southeast Iowa is $26.43, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $39.06 or more per hour.

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

    The median Training and Development Specialists salary in Southeast Iowa is 16.5% 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 Southeast Iowa?

    Entry-level Training and Development Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $44,940 per year in Southeast Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $47,590.