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

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

How does experience change A Production Assistant's salary?

A Production Assistant's salary grows with experience: a Production Assistant (1-3 years)earns $44,069, a Creative Production Manager (3-5 years)earns $109,276, a Creative Production Director (5+ years)earns $147,236,

What are the highest paying states for a Production Assistant?

Production Assistant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Production Assistant roles are District of Columbia $48,181, California $47,998, Massachusetts $47,358. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Production Assistant roles make?

Salaries for Production Assistant level roles vary by specialization: Catalog Production Assistant: $161,947; Assistant Production Manager: $117,144; Print Production Assistant: $67,351; Assistant Production Editor: $62,790; Manufacturing Production Assistant: $57,621.

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Production Assistant Salary in Delaware

How much does a Production Assistant make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Production Assistant in Delaware is $44,069 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $21.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $54,518
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $40,904 to $49,538
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $38,023

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Production Assistant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$49,538	$4,128	$953	$24
Average	$44,069	$3,672	$847	$21
25th Percentile	$40,904	$3,409	$787	$20

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Key Factors That Influence Production Assistant Salaries

A Production 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 Production Assistant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Production 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:

Production Assistant (1-3 years): $44,069
Creative Production Manager (3-5 years): $109,276
Creative Production Director (5+ years): $147,236

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Production Assistant	1-3 years	$44,069
Creative Production Manager	3-5 years	$109,276
Creative Production Director	5+ years	$147,236

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How Do Production 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 Production Assistants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $48,181.
California: $47,998.
Massachusetts: $47,358.

District of Columbia $48,181 California $47,998 Massachusetts $47,358 Washington $47,184 New Jersey $47,167 Alaska $47,106 Connecticut $46,506 New York $46,262

Hawaii $45,483 Rhode Island $45,117 Maryland $44,869 Minnesota $44,530 Colorado $44,399 Illinois $44,356 Oregon $44,190 Delaware $44,069

New Hampshire $43,992 Virginia $43,821 Pennsylvania $43,320 Nevada $43,068 North Dakota $42,985 Michigan $42,855 Wisconsin $42,807 Vermont $42,711

Texas $42,446 Maine $42,428 Arizona $42,402 Ohio $42,372 Georgia $41,971 Indiana $41,771 Wyoming $41,732 Utah $41,671

Iowa $41,645 Kansas $41,436 Louisiana $41,375 North Carolina $41,353 Missouri $41,345 Florida $41,175 Montana $41,083 Nebraska $40,996

Kentucky $40,949 South Carolina $40,774 Tennessee $40,666 Idaho $40,622 New Mexico $40,305 Oklahoma $40,235 Alabama $39,978 South Dakota $39,547

Arkansas $39,312 West Virginia $39,186 Mississippi $38,808

Top Paying Cities for Production 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:

Lincoln: $45,609
Little Creek: $45,187
Magnolia: $45,374

Lincoln, DE $45,609 Little Creek, DE $45,187 Magnolia, DE $45,374 Milford, DE $45,609 Marydel, DE $45,017 Millsboro, DE $45,609 Millville, DE $45,914 Milton, DE $45,609

Nassau, DE $45,609 Ocean View, DE $45,914 Rehoboth Beach, DE $45,914 Seaford, DE $45,130 Selbyville, DE $45,914 Smyrna, DE $44,965 Viola, DE $45,374 Woodside, DE $45,244

Bear, DE $44,634 Newark, DE $44,652 Claymont, DE $44,687 Delaware City, DE $44,652 Hockessin, DE $44,687 Kirkwood, DE $44,652 Middletown, DE $44,874 Montchanin, DE $44,687

New Castle, DE $44,687 Odessa, DE $44,935 Port Penn, DE $44,530 Rockland, DE $44,687 Saint Georges, DE $44,652 Townsend, DE $44,869 Winterthur, DE $44,687 Lewes, DE $45,609

Wilmington, DE $44,687 Dover, DE $45,165 Dover Afb, DE $45,270 Bethany Beach, DE $45,914 Bethel, DE $45,130 Bridgeville, DE $45,609 Camden Wyoming, DE $45,213 Cheswold, DE $45,061

Clayton, DE $44,948 Dagsboro, DE $45,914 Delmar, DE $45,130 Ellendale, DE $45,609 Felton, DE $45,609 Fenwick Island, DE $45,914 Frankford, DE $45,914 Frederica, DE $45,609

Georgetown, DE $45,609 Greenwood, DE $45,609 Harbeson, DE $45,609 Harrington, DE $45,609 Hartly, DE $44,926 Houston, DE $45,609 Kenton, DE $44,948 Laurel, DE $45,130

Yorklyn, DE $44,687

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

Understanding how a Production 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 April 01, 2026

$40,904

Average $44,069/year

$49,538

$3,409

Average $3,672/month

$4,128

$787

Average $847/week

$953

$20

Average $21/hour

$24

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$49,538	$4,128	$953	$24
Average	$44,069	$3,672	$847	$21
25th Percentile	$40,904	$3,409	$787	$20

Production Assistant Salary Growth & Career Path

Production Assistant

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Creative Production Manager

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Production Assistant, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Production Assistant Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Camera Operator, Television and Motion Picture	$94,721	115%
Creative Production Manager	$109,276	148%

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