Training and Development Specialists Salary in Southwest Missouri

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

Median annual salary $51,920 -21.2% vs national
Median hourly $24.96
10th percentile $36,180
90th percentile $71,560
Employed locally 130
National median $65,850

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,180
    25th
    $42,630
    50th (median)
    $51,920
    75th
    $61,010
    90th
    $71,560

    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$60,470
    Human Resources Specialists$51,010
    Project Management Specialists$73,520
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents$53,930
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists$49,670
    Loan Officers$72,550

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Training and Development Specialists in Southwest Missouri is $24.96, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $33.30 or more per hour.

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

    The median Training and Development Specialists salary in Southwest Missouri is 21.2% 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 Missouri?

    Entry-level Training and Development Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $36,180 per year in Southwest Missouri. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $42,630.