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

An Executive Assistant II's salary grows with experience: starting around $70,464 for beginners, reaching about $74,084 at mid-level, and approach $77,805 for experts.

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

Executive Assistant II salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Executive Assistant II roles are District of Columbia $80,319, California $80,014, Massachusetts $78,947. 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: Executive Assistant IV: $98,706; Executive Assistant: $88,655; Executive Assistant III: $87,245; Executive Compensation Analyst II: $85,877; Account Executive II: $77,724.

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Executive Assistant II Salary in Delaware

How much does an Executive Assistant II make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for an Executive Assistant II in Delaware is $73,463 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $35.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $89,343
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $64,329 to $81,776
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $56,012

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Executive Assistant II Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$81,776	$6,815	$1,573	$39
Average	$73,463	$6,122	$1,413	$35
25th Percentile	$64,329	$5,361	$1,237	$31

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Key Factors That Influence Executive Assistant II Salaries

An Executive Assistant II'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 II Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Executive Assistant II'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): $70,464
Early Career (1-2 years): $70,737
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $74,084
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $77,557
Expert (over 8 years): $77,805

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Executive Assistant II	$70,464
Intermediate Level Executive Assistant II	$70,737
Senior Level Executive Assistant II	$74,084
Specialist Level Executive Assistant II	$77,557
Expert Level Executive Assistant II	$77,805

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

District of Columbia: $80,319.
California: $80,014.
Massachusetts: $78,947.

District of Columbia $80,319 California $80,014 Massachusetts $78,947 Washington $78,657 New Jersey $78,628 Alaska $78,527 Connecticut $77,526 New York $77,119

Hawaii $75,821 Rhode Island $75,212 Maryland $74,798 Minnesota $74,232 Colorado $74,015 Illinois $73,942 Oregon $73,666 Delaware $73,463

New Hampshire $73,336 Virginia $73,050 Pennsylvania $72,216 Nevada $71,795 North Dakota $71,657 Michigan $71,439 Wisconsin $71,360 Vermont $71,200

Texas $70,757 Maine $70,728 Arizona $70,685 Ohio $70,634 Georgia $69,967 Indiana $69,633 Wyoming $69,568 Utah $69,466

Iowa $69,423 Kansas $69,074 Louisiana $68,973 North Carolina $68,937 Missouri $68,922 Florida $68,639 Montana $68,487 Nebraska $68,342

Kentucky $68,262 South Carolina $67,972 Tennessee $67,790 Idaho $67,718 New Mexico $67,188 Oklahoma $67,072 Alabama $66,644 South Dakota $65,926

Arkansas $65,534 West Virginia $65,324 Mississippi $64,693

Top Paying Cities for Executive Assistant IIs

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: $76,031
Little Creek: $75,328
Magnolia: $75,640

Lincoln, DE $76,031 Little Creek, DE $75,328 Magnolia, DE $75,640 Milford, DE $76,031 Marydel, DE $75,045 Millsboro, DE $76,031 Millville, DE $76,539 Milton, DE $76,031

Nassau, DE $76,031 Ocean View, DE $76,539 Rehoboth Beach, DE $76,539 Seaford, DE $75,233 Selbyville, DE $76,539 Smyrna, DE $74,958 Viola, DE $75,640 Woodside, DE $75,422

Bear, DE $74,406 Newark, DE $74,435 Claymont, DE $74,493 Delaware City, DE $74,435 Hockessin, DE $74,493 Kirkwood, DE $74,435 Middletown, DE $74,805 Montchanin, DE $74,493

New Castle, DE $74,493 Odessa, DE $74,907 Port Penn, DE $74,232 Rockland, DE $74,493 Saint Georges, DE $74,435 Townsend, DE $74,798 Winterthur, DE $74,493 Lewes, DE $76,031

Wilmington, DE $74,493 Dover, DE $75,291 Dover Afb, DE $75,465 Bethany Beach, DE $76,539 Bethel, DE $75,233 Bridgeville, DE $76,031 Camden Wyoming, DE $75,371 Cheswold, DE $75,117

Clayton, DE $74,929 Dagsboro, DE $76,539 Delmar, DE $75,233 Ellendale, DE $76,031 Felton, DE $76,031 Fenwick Island, DE $76,539 Frankford, DE $76,539 Frederica, DE $76,031

Georgetown, DE $76,031 Greenwood, DE $76,031 Harbeson, DE $76,031 Harrington, DE $76,031 Hartly, DE $74,892 Houston, DE $76,031 Kenton, DE $74,929 Laurel, DE $75,233

Yorklyn, DE $74,493

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

Understanding how an Executive Assistant II'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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$64,329

Average $73,463/year

$81,776

$5,361

Average $6,122/month

$6,815

$1,237

Average $1,413/week

$1,573

$31

Average $35/hour

$39

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$81,776	$6,815	$1,573	$39
Average	$73,463	$6,122	$1,413	$35
25th Percentile	$64,329	$5,361	$1,237	$31

Executive Assistant II Salary Growth & Career Path

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For an Executive Assistant II, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Executive Assistant III role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $88,353 - a projected growth of 20% over your current level.

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