Agile Development Lead Salary in the United States

How much does an Agile Development Lead make in the United States? As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Agile Development Lead in the United States is $125,571 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $60.

However, an Agile Development Lead's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $143,262
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $115,844 to $134,831
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $106,988

Key Factors That Influence Agile Development Lead Salaries

An Agile Development Lead's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Agile Development Lead Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Agile Development Lead's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $73,194
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $100,843
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $123,641
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $144,441
  • Expert (over 8 years): $104,430
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Organizational Development Specialist II less than 1 year $73,194
Organizational Development Specialist III 1-2 years $100,843
Agile Development Lead 2-4 years $123,641
Organizational Development Specialist V 5-8 years $144,441
Organizational Development Supervisor over 8 years $104,430

Top Paying Cities for Agile Development Lead

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $158,383
  • San Francisco: $156,649
  • Oakland: $153,347

Agile Development Lead Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Agile Development Lead roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Agile Development Lead positions in Transportation or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Agile Development Lead as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Agile Development Lead

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense $150,685 $72.0 20%
Biotechnology $150,685 $72.0 20%
Financial Services $150,685 $72.0 20%
Pharmaceuticals $150,685 $72.0 20%
Software & Networking $150,685 $72.0 20%

Agile Development Lead Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Agile Development Lead's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

  • Hourly
  • Monthly
  • Weekly
  • Yearly
  • Table View
Last Updated on August 01, 2026
$115,844
Average $125,571/year
$134,831
$9,654
Average $10,464/month
$11,236
$2,228
Average $2,415/week
$2,593
$56
Average $60/hour
$65
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $134,831 $11,236 $2,593 $65
Average $125,571 $10,464 $2,415 $60
25th Percentile $115,844 $9,654 $2,228 $56

Most common benefits for Agile Development Lead

  • Social Security
  • 401 (k)
  • Disability
  • Healthcare
  • Pension
  • Time Off (days)

Common company salaries for Agile Development Lead

Here are companies hiring for Agile Development Lead and their salaries, click below for more details.

Find Your Next Agile Development Lead Job

Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Agile Development Lead job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.

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FAQ about Agile Development Lead

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Agile Development Lead?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Agile Development Lead roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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