Development Rep information
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$33.5K - $38.8K
13% of jobs
$38.8K - $44.1K
6% of jobs
$46.4K is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$44.1K - $49.5K
14% of jobs
The median wage is $54.5K / yr.
$49.5K - $54.8K
18% of jobs
$54.8K - $60.1K
15% of jobs
$64.2K is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$60.1K - $65.4K
12% of jobs
$65.4K - $70.7K
7% of jobs
$81.4K - $86.7K
3% of jobs
How much do development rep jobs pay per year?
As of Aug 24, 2026, the average yearly pay for development rep in the United States is $58,474.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $46,500.00 and $69,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.
Development Representatives, often called Sales Development Representatives (SDRs) or Business Development Representatives (BDRs), are professionals who focus on generating and qualifying leads for a company’s sales team. Their main responsibility is to reach out to potential clients, engage them, and determine their interest and fit for the company's products or services. Development Reps are crucial in the early stages of the sales process, helping to build a pipeline of potential customers and passing qualified prospects to sales executives for further engagement.
To thrive as a Development Representative, you need strong communication and research skills, a grasp of sales fundamentals, and often a bachelor’s degree in business or related fields. Familiarity with CRM platforms like Salesforce, sales engagement tools, and lead generation software is typically required. Persistence, active listening, and resilience are standout soft skills for building relationships and handling rejection. These abilities are crucial for effectively identifying prospects, initiating conversations, and driving new business opportunities.
Development Reps often face challenges such as reaching the right decision-makers, overcoming objections, and distinguishing quality leads from uninterested prospects. To overcome these, it’s important to conduct thorough research before outreach, utilize effective questioning techniques, and actively listen to each prospect’s needs. Leveraging CRM tools to track interactions and collaborating closely with the sales and marketing teams also helps ensure more accurate lead qualification and smoother handoffs. Continuous learning and adapting to feedback can greatly improve success in this role.
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