Training and Development Specialists Salary in Southern Ohio

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southern Ohio nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $60,540 -8.1% vs national
Median hourly $29.11
10th percentile $30,860
90th percentile $95,370
Employed locally 380
National median $65,850

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $30,860
    25th
    $44,800
    50th (median)
    $60,540
    75th
    $75,510
    90th
    $95,370

    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 $65,300
    Human Resources Specialists $57,740
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other $68,170
    Project Management Specialists $79,470
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists $57,140
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents $61,370

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Training and Development Specialists in Southern Ohio is $29.11, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $47.76 or more per hour.

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

    The median Training and Development Specialists salary in Southern Ohio is 8.1% 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 Southern Ohio?

    Entry-level Training and Development Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $30,860 per year in Southern Ohio. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $44,800.