Training and Development Manager salary
From 105 certified H-1B filings (FY2025–FY2026). Base salary only.
- Occupation code 11-3131: Training and Development Managers
- Also filed as: Technical Training Manager
At a glance
- Mostly Level II (mid-level). 33% of Training and Development Manager filings are Level II, compared with 42% across all H-1B filings.
- Median up 4% since FY2020. From $129,147 in FY2020 to $134,150 in FY2026 (Q1–Q3). Nominal, not adjusted for inflation.
Training and Development Manager H-1B salary overview
Employers filed 105 certified H-1B Labor Condition Applications for Training and Development Manager jobs in FY2025–FY2026 (occupation code 11-3131, Training and Development Managers). The median base salary is $141,500, 15% above the median for all H-1B filings ($122,699), and half of the filings fall between $108,160 and $184,000. The most common wage level is Level II (mid-level), at 33% of filings.
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Pay by level
Entry-level · 21% of filings
Mid-level · 33% of filings
Senior · 19% of filings
Expert · 27% of filings
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By experience level
| Wage level | Median | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Level I · Entry | $89,870 | 21 |
| Level II · Qualified | $130,416 | 32 |
| Level III · Experienced | $148,720 | 19 |
| Level IV · Fully competent | $193,493 | 26 |
Median shown when a level has at least 10 filings.
Training and Development Manager pay by city
Median base salary in each metro area. Rent: HUD Fair Market Rent, FY2027.
Show all 3 metro areas
| Metro area | Median | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Dallas, TX | $108,160 | 15 |
| New York, NY | $196,564 | 15 |
| Washington, DC | $132,208 | 10 |
Metro areas with at least 10 filings for this occupation.
What a Training and Development Manager does
Plan, direct, or coordinate the training and development activities and staff of an organization.
Typical tasks
- Analyze training needs to develop new training programs or modify and improve existing programs.
- Evaluate instructor performance and the effectiveness of training programs, providing recommendations for improvement.
- Plan, develop, and provide training and staff development programs, using knowledge of the effectiveness of methods such as classroom training, demonstrations, on-the-job training, meetings, conferences, and workshops.
- Confer with management and conduct surveys to identify training needs based on projected production processes, changes, and other factors.
- Conduct orientation sessions and arrange on-the-job training for new hires.
- Train instructors and supervisors in techniques and skills for training and dealing with employees.
Preparation
Job Zone Four: Considerable Preparation Needed. Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.
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H-1B pay vs. all U.S. workers
Across all U.S. workers in this occupation (Training and Development Managers), the median annual wage was $133,000 in May 2025, with 48,050 people employed. The median H-1B base salary in FY2025–FY2026 is $141,500, 6% higher.
| H-1B filings | All U.S. workers (BLS, May 2025) | |
|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $85,628 | $79,550 |
| 25th percentile | $108,160 | $101,850 |
| Median | $141,500 | $133,000 |
| 75th percentile | $184,000 | $176,870 |
| 90th percentile | $213,224 | $233,600 |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS). BLS wages cover all wage and salary workers and include some incentive pay; H-1B figures are the base salary offered on certified LCAs. The two sources cover different periods. BLS reports wages of $239,200 or more as a single top value.
Salary details
Salary range
| Percentile | Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th | $85,628 |
| 25th | $108,160 |
| 50th (median) | $141,500 |
| 75th | $184,000 |
| 90th | $213,224 |
Salary by year
Median salary
Filings per year
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| Fiscal year | Median | P25 | P75 | Filings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2020 | $129,147 | $96,648 | $150,000 | 91 |
| FY2021 | $117,520 | $90,644 | $149,250 | 71 |
| FY2022 | $131,102 | $104,438 | $159,000 | 66 |
| FY2023 | $114,000 | $95,004 | $134,638 | 55 |
| FY2024 | $113,859 | $82,184 | $168,200 | 83 |
| FY2025 | $143,645 | $107,546 | $184,415 | 64 |
| FY2026 | $134,150 | $109,000 | $181,064 | 41 |
Questions
How much does an H-1B Training and Development Manager make?
The median base salary in certified H-1B filings for Training and Development Manager jobs is $141,500 (105 filings, FY2025–FY2026). Half of the filings are between $108,160 and $184,000.
What does an entry-level Training and Development Manager earn on an H-1B?
Level I (entry-level) filings have a median of $89,870. Level I accounts for 21% of Training and Development Manager filings.
Do H-1B Training and Development Managers earn more than other U.S. workers in the same job?
The H-1B median base salary ($141,500) is 6% higher than the median wage of all U.S. workers in this occupation ($133,000, BLS May 2025). The sources measure pay differently, so treat this as a rough comparison.