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Top paying industries
The top 2 paying industries for Development Professional in United States are Financial Services with a median total pay of $151,890 and Manufacturing with a median total pay of $115,340.
Financial Services
The top paying company in Financial Services for Development Professional is Freddie Mac.
Development Professional: Average Salary & Pay Trends 2026 | Glassdoor
How much does Development Professional make?
Total pay range
$92K - $160K/yr
$121K/yrMedian total pay
Pay breakdown
$72K - $121K/yrBase pay
$21K - $38K/yrAdditional pay
Glassdoor Economist Pay Overview
What is the pay outlook for Business?
Jobs in business are in increasing demand, requiring workers with at least a bachelor’s degree and moderate to advanced technical skills, with the use of data often a required job function. To remain competitive, job seekers with little relevant field experience should consider higher degrees or industry-specific certificates to meet evolving requirements.
Frequently asked questions about Development Professional salaries
The average salary for Development Professional is $120,714 per year or $58 per hour, with top earners making up to $204,068 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $92,246 (25th percentile) to $159,809 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 92 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Development Professional employees.
The highest salary for Development Professional is $159,809 per year, $13,317 per month or $77 per hour.
The lowest salary for Development Professional is $92,246 per year, $7,687 per month or $44 per hour.