Business Development Specialist Salary in Washington, District of Columbia

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How much does a Business Development Specialist make in Washington, DC? The average Business Development Specialist salary in Washington, DC is $125,281 as of April 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $111,328 and $141,730. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Business Development Representative - Field Sales (Quill)
Staples, Inc. - PHILADELPHIA , PA
Quill is a valuable part of the Staples family of brands. Since 1956, Quill has held its position as a leader in office supplies. Acquired by Staples in 1998, Q
- 128 days ago
Business Development Representative - Field Sales (Quill)
Staples, Inc. - CENTRALIA , WA
Quill is a valuable part of the Staples family of brands. Since 1956, Quill has held its position as a leader in office supplies. Acquired by Staples in 1998, Q
- 129 days ago
Field Sales Executive - Business Development
Staples, Inc. - PHILADELPHIA , PA
Quill is a valuable part of the Staples family of brands. Since 1956, Quill has held its position as a leader in office supplies. Acquired by Staples in 1998, Q
- 128 days ago
Field Sales Executive - Business Development
Staples, Inc. - SEATTLE , WA
Quill is a valuable part of the Staples family of brands. Since 1956, Quill has held its position as a leader in office supplies. Acquired by Staples in 1998, Q
- 129 days ago
Field Sales Executive - Business Development
Staples, Inc. - ELLENSBURG , WA
Quill is a valuable part of the Staples family of brands. Since 1956, Quill has held its position as a leader in office supplies. Acquired by Staples in 1998, Q
- 129 days ago
Field Sales Executive - Business Development
Staples, Inc. - LINCOLNSHIRE , IL
Hybrid - 4 days in the Office / 1 day Remote. Role Summary. Leads strategy, analytics, and testing/enhancements pipeline for specific areas on the Quill website
- 129 days ago

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About Washington, District of Columbia    Washington, D.C. is located in the mid-Atlantic region of the U.S. East Coast. Due to the District of Columbia retrocession, the city has a total area....More

Washington, District of Columbia  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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