Training and Development Specialists Salary in Southeast Minnesota

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

Median annual salary $72,050 +9.4% vs national
Median hourly $34.64
10th percentile $43,960
90th percentile $115,070
Employed locally 290
National median $65,850

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $43,960
    25th
    $55,620
    50th (median)
    $72,050
    75th
    $86,650
    90th
    $115,070

    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

    Related occupations in Southeast Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors $75,540
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists $67,470
    Human Resources Specialists $72,350
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents $74,370
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other $63,480
    Project Management Specialists $92,970

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Training and Development Specialists in Southeast Minnesota is $34.64, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $62.67 or more per hour.

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

    The median Training and Development Specialists salary in Southeast Minnesota is 9.4% 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 Southeast Minnesota?

    Entry-level Training and Development Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $43,960 per year in Southeast Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $55,620.