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 's salary?

An Executive Assistant 's salary grows with experience: an Executive Assistant I (0-2 years)earns $63,352, an Executive Assistant II (2-4 years)earns $73,485, an Executive Assistant III (4-7 years)earns $88,402, an Executive Assistant IV (7+ years)earns $99,962, an Executive Assistant V (7-10 years)earns $119,884,

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 $80,342, California $80,037, Massachusetts $78,970. 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: $98,708; Executive Assistant: $88,693; Executive Assistant III: $87,293; Executive Compensation Analyst II: $85,896; Account Executive II: $77,740.

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Executive Assistant II Salary in Delaware

How much does an Executive Assistant II make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for an Executive Assistant II in Delaware is $73,485 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): $89,382
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $64,346 to $81,806
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $56,026

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Executive Assistant II Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$81,806	$6,817	$1,573	$39
Average	$73,485	$6,124	$1,413	$35
25th Percentile	$64,346	$5,362	$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 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:

Executive Assistant I (0-2 years): $63,352
Executive Assistant II (2-4 years): $73,485
Executive Assistant III (4-7 years): $88,402
Executive Assistant IV (7+ years): $99,962
Executive Assistant V (7-10 years): $119,884

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Executive Assistant I	0-2 years	$63,352
Executive Assistant II	2-4 years	$73,485
Executive Assistant III	4-7 years	$88,402
Executive Assistant IV	7+ years	$99,962
Executive Assistant V	7-10 years	$119,884

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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: $80,342.
California: $80,037.
Massachusetts: $78,970.

District of Columbia $80,342 California $80,037 Massachusetts $78,970 Washington $78,680 New Jersey $78,651 Alaska $78,549 Connecticut $77,548 New York $77,142

Hawaii $75,843 Rhode Island $75,233 Maryland $74,820 Minnesota $74,254 Colorado $74,036 Illinois $73,963 Oregon $73,688 Delaware $73,485

New Hampshire $73,357 Virginia $73,071 Pennsylvania $72,236 Nevada $71,816 North Dakota $71,678 Michigan $71,460 Wisconsin $71,380 Vermont $71,221

Texas $70,778 Maine $70,749 Arizona $70,705 Ohio $70,655 Georgia $69,987 Indiana $69,653 Wyoming $69,588 Utah $69,486

Iowa $69,443 Kansas $69,094 Louisiana $68,993 North Carolina $68,957 Missouri $68,942 Florida $68,659 Montana $68,507 Nebraska $68,362

Kentucky $68,282 South Carolina $67,992 Tennessee $67,810 Idaho $67,738 New Mexico $67,208 Oklahoma $67,092 Alabama $66,664 South Dakota $65,945

Arkansas $65,553 West Virginia $65,343 Mississippi $64,712

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: $73,154
Little Creek: $73,689
Magnolia: $73,583

Lincoln, DE $73,154 Little Creek, DE $73,689 Magnolia, DE $73,583 Milford, DE $73,339 Marydel, DE $73,460 Millsboro, DE $72,847 Millville, DE $72,959 Milton, DE $73,085

Nassau, DE $73,138 Ocean View, DE $72,947 Rehoboth Beach, DE $73,087 Seaford, DE $73,128 Selbyville, DE $72,826 Smyrna, DE $73,740 Viola, DE $73,400 Woodside, DE $73,598

Bear, DE $73,428 Newark, DE $73,400 Claymont, DE $73,551 Delaware City, DE $73,474 Hockessin, DE $73,394 Kirkwood, DE $73,460 Middletown, DE $73,488 Montchanin, DE $73,411

New Castle, DE $73,421 Odessa, DE $73,524 Port Penn, DE $73,574 Rockland, DE $73,418 Saint Georges, DE $73,465 Townsend, DE $73,578 Winterthur, DE $73,426 Lewes, DE $73,114

Wilmington, DE $73,397 Dover, DE $73,689 Dover Afb, DE $73,301 Bethany Beach, DE $72,870 Bethel, DE $72,945 Bridgeville, DE $73,117 Camden Wyoming, DE $73,482 Cheswold, DE $73,665

Clayton, DE $73,667 Dagsboro, DE $72,819 Delmar, DE $72,702 Ellendale, DE $72,923 Felton, DE $73,334 Fenwick Island, DE $72,835 Frankford, DE $72,708 Frederica, DE $73,406

Georgetown, DE $72,792 Greenwood, DE $73,129 Harbeson, DE $72,869 Harrington, DE $73,241 Hartly, DE $73,469 Houston, DE $73,136 Kenton, DE $73,671 Laurel, DE $72,748

Yorklyn, DE $73,416

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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$64,346

Average $73,485/year

$81,806

$5,362

Average $6,124/month

$6,817

$1,237

Average $1,413/week

$1,573

$31

Average $35/hour

$39

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$81,806	$6,817	$1,573	$39
Average	$73,485	$6,124	$1,413	$35
25th Percentile	$64,346	$5,362	$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 $88,402 - a projected growth of 20% over your current level.

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