Training and Development Specialists Salary in Southwest Alabama

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Alabama nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $49,460 -24.9% vs national
Median hourly $23.78
10th percentile $41,790
90th percentile $95,120
Employed locally 70
National median $65,850

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $41,790
    25th
    $48,420
    50th (median)
    $49,460
    75th
    $71,310
    90th
    $95,120

    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 $64,680
    Human Resources Specialists $60,230
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents $70,430
    Loan Officers $64,990
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists $48,930
    Compliance Officers $45,170

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Training and Development Specialists in Southwest Alabama is $23.78, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $45.73 or more per hour.

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

    The median Training and Development Specialists salary in Southwest Alabama is 24.9% 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 Southwest Alabama?

    Entry-level Training and Development Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $41,790 per year in Southwest Alabama. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $48,420.