Training and Development Specialists Salary in Southwest Virginia

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

Median annual salary $47,220 -28.3% vs national
Median hourly $22.70
10th percentile $30,560
90th percentile $92,890
Employed locally 300
National median $65,850

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $30,560
    25th
    $38,140
    50th (median)
    $47,220
    75th
    $75,160
    90th
    $92,890

    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 $75,280
    Human Resources Specialists $60,170
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other $51,960
    Project Management Specialists $82,130
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents $61,980
    Management Analysts $93,700

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Training and Development Specialists in Southwest Virginia is $22.70, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $46.78 or more per hour.

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

    The median Training and Development Specialists salary in Southwest Virginia is 28.3% 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 Virginia?

    Entry-level Training and Development Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $30,560 per year in Southwest Virginia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $38,140.