What are the main factors that influence an Admin's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Admin?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Admin roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

How does experience change An Admin's salary?

An Admin's salary grows with experience: an Administrative Assistant I (0-1 years)earns $46,174, an Admin (1-3 years)earns $54,297, an Administrative Assistant III (3-5 years)earns $64,626, an Administrative Assistant IV (5-7 years)earns $75,807,

What are the highest paying states for an Admin?

Admin salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Admin roles are District of Columbia $58,007, California $57,787, Massachusetts $57,017. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Admin roles make?

Salaries for Admin level roles vary by specialization: Credit Admin: $114,836; Database Admin: $106,219; healthcare admin: $99,259; Admin Supervisor: $74,807; Payroll Admin: $74,770.

Admin Salary in Delaware

How much does an Admin make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Admin in Delaware is $53,056 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $26.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $63,945
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $47,102 to $58,756
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $41,680

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Admin Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$58,756	$4,896	$1,130	$28
Average	$53,056	$4,421	$1,020	$26
25th Percentile	$47,102	$3,925	$906	$23

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Key Factors That Influence Admin Salaries

An Admin'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 Do Admin 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 Admins. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $58,007.
California: $57,787.
Massachusetts: $57,017.

District of Columbia $58,007 California $57,787 Massachusetts $57,017 Washington $56,807 New Jersey $56,786 Alaska $56,713 Connecticut $55,990 New York $55,697

Hawaii $54,759 Rhode Island $54,319 Maryland $54,020 Minnesota $53,612 Colorado $53,454 Illinois $53,402 Oregon $53,203 Delaware $53,056

New Hampshire $52,964 Virginia $52,758 Pennsylvania $52,155 Nevada $51,851 North Dakota $51,752 Michigan $51,595 Wisconsin $51,537 Vermont $51,422

Texas $51,102 Maine $51,081 Arizona $51,050 Ohio $51,013 Georgia $50,531 Indiana $50,290 Wyoming $50,243 Utah $50,170

Iowa $50,138 Kansas $49,887 Louisiana $49,813 North Carolina $49,787 Missouri $49,777 Florida $49,572 Montana $49,462 Nebraska $49,357

Kentucky $49,300 South Carolina $49,090 Tennessee $48,959 Idaho $48,907 New Mexico $48,524 Oklahoma $48,441 Alabama $48,132 South Dakota $47,613

Arkansas $47,330 West Virginia $47,178 Mississippi $46,722

Top Paying Cities for Admins

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: $52,817
Little Creek: $53,204
Magnolia: $53,128

Lincoln, DE $52,817 Little Creek, DE $53,204 Magnolia, DE $53,128 Milford, DE $52,951 Marydel, DE $53,038 Millsboro, DE $52,596 Millville, DE $52,677 Milton, DE $52,768

Nassau, DE $52,806 Ocean View, DE $52,668 Rehoboth Beach, DE $52,769 Seaford, DE $52,799 Selbyville, DE $52,581 Smyrna, DE $53,241 Viola, DE $52,995 Woodside, DE $53,138

Bear, DE $53,015 Newark, DE $52,995 Claymont, DE $53,104 Delaware City, DE $53,048 Hockessin, DE $52,991 Kirkwood, DE $53,038 Middletown, DE $53,059 Montchanin, DE $53,003

New Castle, DE $53,011 Odessa, DE $53,085 Port Penn, DE $53,121 Rockland, DE $53,008 Saint Georges, DE $53,042 Townsend, DE $53,124 Winterthur, DE $53,014 Lewes, DE $52,789

Wilmington, DE $52,993 Dover, DE $53,204 Dover Afb, DE $52,924 Bethany Beach, DE $52,613 Bethel, DE $52,667 Bridgeville, DE $52,791 Camden Wyoming, DE $53,054 Cheswold, DE $53,187

Clayton, DE $53,188 Dagsboro, DE $52,576 Delmar, DE $52,491 Ellendale, DE $52,651 Felton, DE $52,947 Fenwick Island, DE $52,587 Frankford, DE $52,496 Frederica, DE $53,000

Georgetown, DE $52,556 Greenwood, DE $52,800 Harbeson, DE $52,612 Harrington, DE $52,880 Hartly, DE $53,045 Houston, DE $52,805 Kenton, DE $53,191 Laurel, DE $52,524

Yorklyn, DE $53,006

Admin Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Admin roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 65% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Admin positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Admin as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Admin

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$66,320	$32.0	25%
Internet	$63,668	$31.0	20%
Software & Networking	$63,668	$31.0	20%
Energy & Utilities	$61,015	$29.0	15%
Aerospace & Defense	$58,362	$28.0	10%

Admin Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Admin'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 August 01, 2026

$47,102

Average $53,056/year

$58,756

$3,925

Average $4,421/month

$4,896

$906

Average $1,020/week

$1,130

$23

Average $26/hour

$28

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$58,756	$4,896	$1,130	$28
Average	$53,056	$4,421	$1,020	$26
25th Percentile	$47,102	$3,925	$906	$23

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