Training and Development Specialists Salary in Southwest Louisiana

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

Median annual salary $47,010 -28.6% vs national
Median hourly $22.60
10th percentile $31,220
90th percentile $75,460
Employed locally 100
National median $65,850

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,220
    25th
    $38,470
    50th (median)
    $47,010
    75th
    $58,470
    90th
    $75,460

    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$63,760
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other$64,790
    Project Management Specialists$82,440
    Human Resources Specialists$58,590
    Compliance Officers$53,080
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents$60,900

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Training and Development Specialists in Southwest Louisiana is $22.60, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $39.85 or more per hour.

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

    The median Training and Development Specialists salary in Southwest Louisiana is 28.6% 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 Louisiana?

    Entry-level Training and Development Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $31,220 per year in Southwest Louisiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $38,470.