What are the main factors that influence a Teaching Assistant's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Teaching Assistant?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Teaching Assistant roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

How does experience change A Teaching Assistant's salary?

A Teaching Assistant's salary grows with experience: starting around $35,478 for beginners, reaching about $37,209 at mid-level, and approach $39,047 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Teaching Assistant?

Teaching Assistant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Teaching Assistant roles are District of Columbia $39,500, California $39,300, Massachusetts $38,800. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Teaching Assistant roles make?

Salaries for Teaching Assistant level roles vary by specialization: Assistant Teaching Professor: $68,778; Graduate Teaching Assistant: $53,872; Lead Teaching Assistant: $53,330; Montessori Teaching Assistant: $51,479; Preschool Teaching Assistant: $42,917.

Teaching Assistant Salary in Hawaii

How much does a Teaching Assistant make in Hawaii?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Teaching Assistant in Hawaii is $37,300 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $18.

However, a Teaching Assistant's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $43,413
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $33,300 to $40,500
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $29,658

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Teaching Assistant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$40,500	$3,375	$779	$19
Average	$37,300	$3,108	$717	$18
25th Percentile	$33,300	$2,775	$640	$16

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Key Factors That Influence Teaching Assistant Salaries

A Teaching Assistant'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 Teaching Assistant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Teaching Assistant'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): $35,478
Early Career (1-2 years): $35,766
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $37,209
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $38,418
Expert (over 8 years): $39,047

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Teaching Assistant	$35,478
Intermediate Level Teaching Assistant	$35,766
Senior Level Teaching Assistant	$37,209
Specialist Level Teaching Assistant	$38,418
Expert Level Teaching Assistant	$39,047

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How Do Teaching Assistant Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Teaching Assistants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $39,500.
California: $39,300.
Massachusetts: $38,800.

District of Columbia $39,500 California $39,300 Massachusetts $38,800 Washington $38,700 New Jersey $38,600 Alaska $38,600 Connecticut $38,100 New York $37,900

Hawaii $37,300 Rhode Island $37,000 Maryland $36,800 Minnesota $36,500 Colorado $36,400 Illinois $36,300 Oregon $36,200 Delaware $36,100

New Hampshire $36,000 Virginia $35,900 Pennsylvania $35,500 Nevada $35,300 North Dakota $35,200 Michigan $35,100 Wisconsin $35,100 Vermont $35,000

Maine $34,800 Texas $34,800 Arizona $34,700 Ohio $34,700 Georgia $34,400 Indiana $34,200 Wyoming $34,200 Utah $34,100

Iowa $34,100 Missouri $33,900 Kansas $33,900 Louisiana $33,900 North Carolina $33,900 Montana $33,700 Florida $33,700 Nebraska $33,600

Kentucky $33,500 South Carolina $33,400 Tennessee $33,300 Idaho $33,300 New Mexico $33,000 Oklahoma $33,000 Alabama $32,800 South Dakota $32,400

Arkansas $32,200 West Virginia $32,100 Mississippi $31,800

Top Paying Cities for Teaching Assistants

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:

Aiea: $37,100
Anahola: $36,600
Captain Cook: $36,500

Aiea, HI $37,100 Anahola, HI $36,600 Captain Cook, HI $36,500 Eleele, HI $36,600 Ewa Beach, HI $37,000 Kapolei, HI $37,000 Haiku, HI $36,600 Hakalau, HI $36,500

Haleiwa, HI $36,900 Hana, HI $36,500 Hanalei, HI $36,500 Hanamaulu, HI $36,600 Hanapepe, HI $36,600 Hauula, HI $37,000 Hawaii National Park, HI $36,600 Hawi, HI $36,600

Hilo, HI $36,600 Princeville, HI $36,600 Holualoa, HI $36,600 Honaunau, HI $36,500 Honokaa, HI $36,500 Honomu, HI $36,600 Hoolehua, HI $36,500 Kaaawa, HI $37,000

Kahuku, HI $36,900 Kahului, HI $36,700 Kailua, HI $37,000 Ocean View, HI $36,600 Waikoloa, HI $36,600 Keauhou, HI $36,600 Kailua Kona, HI $36,600 Kalaheo, HI $36,600

Kalaupapa, HI $36,500 Kamuela, HI $36,600 Kaneohe, HI $37,000 Kapaa, HI $36,600 Kaumakani, HI $36,700 Kaunakakai, HI $36,500 Keaau, HI $36,600 Kealakekua, HI $36,600

Kealia, HI $36,600 Kekaha, HI $36,600 Kihei, HI $36,600 Kilauea, HI $36,600 Kapaau, HI $36,600 Koloa, HI $36,600 Kualapuu, HI $36,500 Kunia, HI $37,000

Kurtistown, HI $36,600 Lahaina, HI $36,600 Laie, HI $36,900 Lanai City, HI $36,500 Laupahoehoe, HI $36,600 Lawai, HI $36,700 Lihue, HI $36,600 Makawao, HI $36,600

Makaweli, HI $36,500 Maunaloa, HI $36,400 Mountain View, HI $36,600 Naalehu, HI $36,500 Ninole, HI $36,500 Ookala, HI $36,500 Paauilo, HI $36,500 Pahala, HI $36,500

Pahoa, HI $36,600 Paia, HI $36,600 Papaaloa, HI $36,600 Papaikou, HI $36,500 Pearl City, HI $37,000 Pepeekeo, HI $36,600 Puunene, HI $36,700 Volcano, HI $36,600

Wahiawa, HI $37,000 Pukalani, HI $36,600 Mililani, HI $37,000 Kula, HI $36,600 Waialua, HI $36,900 Waianae, HI $36,900 Wailuku, HI $36,600 Waimanalo, HI $37,000

Waimea, HI $36,700 Waipahu, HI $37,000 Honolulu, HI $37,100 J B P H H, HI $37,100 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $37,000 Schofield Barracks, HI $37,000 Fort Shafter, HI $37,100 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $37,100

Camp H M Smith, HI $37,100 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $37,000 Wake Island, HI $37,100

Teaching Assistant Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Teaching Assistant salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $40,023. While startup companies pay approximate $33,959.

Teaching Assistant Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$33,959
Growth Stage	51~500	$35,889
Established	501~5000	$38,681
Enterprise	5000+	$40,023

Teaching Assistant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Teaching Assistant roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Healthcare and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Teaching Assistant positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Teaching Assistant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Teaching Assistant

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$55,950	$27.0	50%
Business Services	$44,760	$22.0	20%

Teaching Assistant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Teaching Assistant'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.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

$33,300

Average $37,300/year

$40,500

$2,775

Average $3,108/month

$3,375

$640

Average $717/week

$779

$16

Average $18/hour

$19

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$40,500	$3,375	$779	$19
Average	$37,300	$3,108	$717	$18
25th Percentile	$33,300	$2,775	$640	$16

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