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 $64,807 for beginners, reaching about $67,298 at mid-level, and approach $67,860 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 Hawaii

How much does an Executive Assistant I make in Hawaii?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for an Executive Assistant I in Hawaii is $65,388 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $31.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $79,773
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $57,602 to $72,917
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $50,514

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Executive Assistant I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$72,917	$6,076	$1,402	$35
Average	$65,388	$5,449	$1,257	$31
25th Percentile	$57,602	$4,800	$1,108	$28

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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.

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Executive Assistant I	$64,807
Intermediate Level Executive Assistant I	$65,612
Senior Level Executive Assistant I	$67,298
Specialist Level Executive Assistant I	$67,635
Expert Level Executive Assistant I	$67,860

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:

Aiea: $65,056
Anahola: $64,618
Captain Cook: $64,618

Aiea, HI $65,056 Anahola, HI $64,618 Captain Cook, HI $64,618 Eleele, HI $64,618 Ewa Beach, HI $65,056 Kapolei, HI $64,912 Haiku, HI $64,618 Hakalau, HI $64,618

Haleiwa, HI $64,618 Hana, HI $64,618 Hanalei, HI $64,618 Hanamaulu, HI $64,618 Hanapepe, HI $64,618 Hauula, HI $64,762 Hawaii National Park, HI $64,618 Hawi, HI $64,618

Hilo, HI $64,618 Princeville, HI $64,618 Holualoa, HI $64,618 Honaunau, HI $64,618 Honokaa, HI $64,618 Honomu, HI $64,618 Hoolehua, HI $64,618 Kaaawa, HI $64,881

Kahuku, HI $64,618 Kahului, HI $64,618 Kailua, HI $65,056 Ocean View, HI $64,618 Waikoloa, HI $64,618 Keauhou, HI $64,618 Kailua Kona, HI $64,618 Kalaheo, HI $64,618

Kalaupapa, HI $64,618 Kamuela, HI $64,618 Kaneohe, HI $65,056 Kapaa, HI $64,618 Kaumakani, HI $64,618 Kaunakakai, HI $64,618 Keaau, HI $64,618 Kealakekua, HI $64,618

Kealia, HI $64,618 Kekaha, HI $64,618 Kihei, HI $64,618 Kilauea, HI $64,618 Kapaau, HI $64,618 Koloa, HI $64,618 Kualapuu, HI $64,618 Kunia, HI $64,850

Kurtistown, HI $64,618 Lahaina, HI $64,618 Laie, HI $64,675 Lanai City, HI $64,618 Laupahoehoe, HI $64,618 Lawai, HI $64,618 Lihue, HI $64,618 Makawao, HI $64,618

Makaweli, HI $64,618 Maunaloa, HI $64,618 Mountain View, HI $64,618 Naalehu, HI $64,618 Ninole, HI $64,618 Ookala, HI $64,618 Paauilo, HI $64,618 Pahala, HI $64,618

Pahoa, HI $64,618 Paia, HI $64,618 Papaaloa, HI $64,618 Papaikou, HI $64,618 Pearl City, HI $65,056 Pepeekeo, HI $64,618 Puunene, HI $64,618 Volcano, HI $64,618

Wahiawa, HI $64,850 Pukalani, HI $64,618 Mililani, HI $64,937 Kula, HI $64,618 Waialua, HI $64,618 Waianae, HI $64,675 Wailuku, HI $64,618 Waimanalo, HI $65,056

Waimea, HI $64,618 Waipahu, HI $65,025 Honolulu, HI $65,056 J B P H H, HI $65,056 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $64,881 Schofield Barracks, HI $64,825 Fort Shafter, HI $65,056 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $65,056

Camp H M Smith, HI $65,056 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $65,025 Wake Island, HI $65,056

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.

Last Updated on January 01, 2026

$57,602

Average $65,388/year

$72,917

$4,800

Average $5,449/month

$6,076

$1,108

Average $1,257/week

$1,402

$28

Average $31/hour

$35

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$72,917	$6,076	$1,402	$35
Average	$65,388	$5,449	$1,257	$31
25th Percentile	$57,602	$4,800	$1,108	$28

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 $75,821 - a projected growth of 16% over your current level.

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