Community Development Representative Salary in the United States

How much does a Community Development Representative make in the United States? As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Community Development Representative in the United States is $80,269 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.

However, a Community Development Representative's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $101,595
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $70,964 to $91,432
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $62,493

Key Factors That Influence Community Development Representative Salaries

A Community Development Representative'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Community Development Representative Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Community Development Representative'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): $77,943
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $93,462
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $109,590
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $131,217
  • Expert (over 8 years): $127,760
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Community Development Representative less than 1 year $77,943
Community Development Representative III 1-2 years $93,462
Community Development Representative IV 2-4 years $109,590
Community Development Representative IV 5-8 years $131,217
Community Development Manager I over 8 years $127,760

Top Paying Cities for Community Development Representative

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: $101,243
  • San Francisco: $100,135
  • Oakland: $98,025

Community Development Representative Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Community Development Representative roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 70% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Healthcare and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Community Development Representative positions in Business Services or Insurance typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Community Development Representative as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Community Development Representative

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare $112,377 $54.0 40%
Financial Services $88,296 $42.0 10%

How Education impacts a Community Development Representative's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Community Development Representative professionals enter the field with a Bachelor's degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Community Development Representative with a Bachelor's is between $73,739 and $79,735.

Community Development Representative Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Community Development Representative
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Degree 5.1%
High School 5.1%
Associate's Degree 10.2%
Bachelor's Degree 55.9%
Master's Degree or MBA 28.8%
JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent 0%

Community Development Representative Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Community Development Representative'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
$70,964
Average $80,269/year
$91,432
$5,914
Average $6,689/month
$7,619
$1,365
Average $1,544/week
$1,758
$34
Average $39/hour
$44
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $91,432 $7,619 $1,758 $44
Average $80,269 $6,689 $1,544 $39
25th Percentile $70,964 $5,914 $1,365 $34

Most common benefits for Community Development Representative

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

Common company salaries for Community Development Representative

Here are companies hiring for Community Development Representative and their salaries, click below for more details.

Find Your Next Community Development Representative Job

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  • Payliance | Columbus, OH

    Payliance | Columbus, OH

    Payliance BDR OpportunityFounded in 2007, Payliance is a trusted leader in payments processing, serving businesses across lending, e-commerce, and collecti... more

    7 Days Ago

  • SMITH. | Columbus, OH

    SMITH. | Columbus, OH

    Business Development Representative (BDR)We're looking for a results-driven business development representative to actively identify, develop and create ne... more

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  • Dinamic AS Group | Columbus, OH

    Dinamic AS Group | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Company Description. At. Dinamic AS Group. we believe that strong relationships drive business success. Our team is dedic... more

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  • Arrive Logistics | Columbus, OH

    Arrive Logistics | Columbus, OH

    Arrive Logistics Senior Business Development Representative. Arrive Logistics is a leading transportation and technology company in North America, with pla... more

    7 Days Ago

  • BBI Logistics | Columbus, OH

    BBI Logistics | Columbus, OH

    You must be able to work 100% on-site at our HQ in downtown, Columbus, OH Are you ready to revolutionize the drayage game and take charge of your logistics... more

    8 Days Ago

  • OPOC.us | Columbus, OH

    OPOC.us | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Job Description: Hybrid - Senior Sales Development. RepresentativeLocation. Worthington, Ohio This role is in our office ... more

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FAQ about Community Development Representative

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Community Development Representative?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Community Development Representative roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

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