What are the main factors that influence an Executive Assistant I's salary?

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

How does experience change an Executive Assistant I's salary?

An Executive Assistant I's salary grows with experience: starting around $62,792 for beginners, reaching about $65,206 at mid-level, and approach $65,750 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Executive Assistant I?

Executive Assistant I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Executive Assistant I roles are District of Columbia $69,266, California $69,004, Massachusetts $68,084. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Executive Assistant roles make?

Salaries for Executive Assistant level roles vary by specialization: Account Executive I: $303,373; Executive Assistant IV: $98,706; Executive Assistant: $88,655; Executive Assistant III: $87,245; Executive Compensation Analyst I: $74,791.

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Executive Assistant I Salary in Delaware

How much does an Executive Assistant I make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for an Executive Assistant I in Delaware is $63,355 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $30.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $77,292
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $55,811 to $70,650
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $48,943

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Executive Assistant I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$70,650	$5,888	$1,359	$34
Average	$63,355	$5,280	$1,218	$30
25th Percentile	$55,811	$4,651	$1,073	$27

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Key Factors That Influence Executive Assistant I Salaries

An Executive Assistant I'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 Executive Assistant I Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Executive Assistant I'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): $62,792
Early Career (1-2 years): $63,572
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $65,206
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $65,532
Expert (over 8 years): $65,750

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Executive Assistant I	$62,792
Intermediate Level Executive Assistant I	$63,572
Senior Level Executive Assistant I	$65,206
Specialist Level Executive Assistant I	$65,532
Expert Level Executive Assistant I	$65,750

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How Do Executive Assistant I 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 Executive Assistant Is. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $69,266.
California: $69,004.
Massachusetts: $68,084.

District of Columbia $69,266 California $69,004 Massachusetts $68,084 Washington $67,834 New Jersey $67,809 Alaska $67,721 Connecticut $66,858 New York $66,508

Hawaii $65,388 Rhode Island $64,862 Maryland $64,506 Minnesota $64,018 Colorado $63,830 Illinois $63,767 Oregon $63,530 Delaware $63,355

New Hampshire $63,244 Virginia $62,998 Pennsylvania $62,278 Nevada $61,916 North Dakota $61,797 Michigan $61,609 Wisconsin $61,540 Vermont $61,403

Texas $61,021 Maine $60,996 Arizona $60,958 Ohio $60,915 Georgia $60,339 Indiana $60,051 Wyoming $59,995 Utah $59,907

Iowa $59,870 Kansas $59,570 Louisiana $59,482 North Carolina $59,451 Missouri $59,438 Florida $59,194 Montana $59,063 Nebraska $58,938

Kentucky $58,869 South Carolina $58,619 Tennessee $58,462 Idaho $58,400 New Mexico $57,943 Oklahoma $57,843 Alabama $57,474 South Dakota $56,855

Arkansas $56,517 West Virginia $56,335 Mississippi $55,791

Top Paying Cities for Executive Assistant Is

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:

Lincoln: $65,569
Little Creek: $64,962
Magnolia: $65,231

Lincoln, DE $65,569 Little Creek, DE $64,962 Magnolia, DE $65,231 Milford, DE $65,569 Marydel, DE $64,718 Millsboro, DE $65,569 Millville, DE $66,007 Milton, DE $65,569

Nassau, DE $65,569 Ocean View, DE $66,007 Rehoboth Beach, DE $66,007 Seaford, DE $64,881 Selbyville, DE $66,007 Smyrna, DE $64,643 Viola, DE $65,231 Woodside, DE $65,044

Bear, DE $64,168 Newark, DE $64,193 Claymont, DE $64,243 Delaware City, DE $64,193 Hockessin, DE $64,243 Kirkwood, DE $64,193 Middletown, DE $64,512 Montchanin, DE $64,243

New Castle, DE $64,243 Odessa, DE $64,599 Port Penn, DE $64,018 Rockland, DE $64,243 Saint Georges, DE $64,193 Townsend, DE $64,506 Winterthur, DE $64,243 Lewes, DE $65,569

Wilmington, DE $64,243 Dover, DE $64,931 Dover Afb, DE $65,081 Bethany Beach, DE $66,007 Bethel, DE $64,881 Bridgeville, DE $65,569 Camden Wyoming, DE $65,000 Cheswold, DE $64,781

Clayton, DE $64,618 Dagsboro, DE $66,007 Delmar, DE $64,881 Ellendale, DE $65,569 Felton, DE $65,569 Fenwick Island, DE $66,007 Frankford, DE $66,007 Frederica, DE $65,569

Georgetown, DE $65,569 Greenwood, DE $65,569 Harbeson, DE $65,569 Harrington, DE $65,569 Hartly, DE $64,587 Houston, DE $65,569 Kenton, DE $64,618 Laurel, DE $64,881

Yorklyn, DE $64,243

Executive Assistant I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Executive Assistant I'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.

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$55,811

Average $63,355/year

$70,650

$4,651

Average $5,280/month

$5,888

$1,073

Average $1,218/week

$1,359

$27

Average $30/hour

$34

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$70,650	$5,888	$1,359	$34
Average	$63,355	$5,280	$1,218	$30
25th Percentile	$55,811	$4,651	$1,073	$27

Executive Assistant I Salary Growth & Career Path

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For an Executive Assistant I, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Executive Assistant II role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $73,463 - a projected growth of 16% over your current level.

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