Location Assistant Salary in the United States

How much does a Location Assistant make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Location Assistant in the United States is $41,426 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $20.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $56,384
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $38,738 to $49,256
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $36,291
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Location Assistant Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $49,256 $4,105 $947 $24
Average $41,426 $3,452 $797 $20
25th Percentile $38,738 $3,228 $745 $19
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Key Factors That Influence Location Assistant Salaries

A Location 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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Location Assistant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Location 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:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $41,165
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $41,240
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $42,728
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $46,882
  • Expert (over 8 years): $47,179
Levels Salary
Entry Level Location Assistant$41,165
Intermediate Level Location Assistant$41,240
Senior Level Location Assistant$42,728
Specialist Level Location Assistant$46,882
Expert Level Location Assistant$47,179
$41,165 0 yr
$41,240 < 2 yrs
$42,728 2-4 yrs
$46,882 5-8 yrs
$47,179 > 8 yrs
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How Do Location 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 Location Assistants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $45,867.
  • California: $45,693.
  • Massachusetts: $45,084.

Top Paying Cities for Location 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:

  • San Jose: $52,251
  • San Francisco: $51,679
  • Oakland: $50,590

What Skills Can Increase a Location Assistant's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Risk Management (Mentioned in 6.67% Job Postings): Risk management is the identification, evaluation, and prioritization of risks (defined in ISO 31000 as the effect of uncertainty on objectives) followed by coordinated and economical application of resources to minimize, monitor, and control the probability or impact of unfortunate events or to maximize the realization of opportunities. Risks can come from various sources including uncertainty in financial markets, threats from project failures (at any phase in design, development, production, or sustainment life-cycles), legal liabilities, credit risk, accidents, natural causes and disasters, deliberate attack from an adversary, or events of uncertain or unpredictable root-cause. There are two types of events i.e. negative events can be classified as risks while positive events are classified as opportunities. Several risk management standards have been developed including the Project Management Institute, the National Institute of Standards and Technology, actuarial societies, and ISO standards. Methods, definitions and goals vary widely according to whether the risk management method is in the context of project management, security, engineering, industrial processes, financial portfolios, actuarial assessments, or public health and safety.
  • Insurance Policies (Mentioned in 4% Job Postings): insurance policies are a legal contract between the insurance company (the insurer) and the person(s), business, or entity being insured (the insured).
  • Work Ethic (Mentioned in 2.67% Job Postings): A belief that work and diligence have a moral benefit and an inherent ability, virtue or value to strengthen character and individual abilities. A set of values centered on importance of work and manifested by determination or desire to work hard.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Risk Management 6.67%
Insurance Policies 4%
Work Ethic 2.67%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Location Assistant's salary.
  • Insurance Policies: Can increase your salary by up to 71%.
  • Billing: Can increase your salary by up to 42%.
  • Commitment: Can increase your salary by up to 27%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Insurance Policies
$70,839
71%
Billing
$58,825
42%
Commitment
$52,611
27%
Collaboration
$52,611
27%
Talent Acquisition
$51,783
25%
Confidentiality
$49,297
19%
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Location Assistant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Location Assistant roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 35% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Insurance, offers compensation 15% above the average. Conversely, Location Assistant positions in Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Location Assistant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Location Assistant

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Insurance$47,640$23.015%
Financial Services$43,498$21.05%

How Education impacts a Location Assistant's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Location Assistants enter the field with a Associate's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Location Assistant with a Associate's Degree is between $47,019 and $52,289).

Location Assistant Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Location Assistant
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 16.7%
High School 16.7%
Associates 0.0%
Bachelors 83.3%
Masters 0.0%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Location Assistant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Location 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 August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Location Assistant

Salaries for a Location Assistant can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $46,561 in 2023 to around $46,416 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Location Assistant salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Location Assistant Over Time

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$46,623
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2024 $46,623
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  • Trucking Edge LLC

    Columbus, OH

    Trucking Edge LLC | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Trucking Edge is seeking experienced Class A CDL Drivers for dedicated local NIGHT routes. Enjoy home daily, excellent we... more

    8 Days Ago

  • Ohio State University Physicians

    Columbus, OH

    Ohio State University Physicians | Columbus, OH

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    9 Days Ago

  • MD Staff, LLC

    Columbus, OH

    MD Staff, LLC | Columbus, OH

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    5 Days Ago

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    Columbus, OH

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    PSYCHIATRIST- CHILD/ADOLESCENT COLUMBUS OHIO We are seeking a Board-Certified Child/ Adolescent Psychiatrist for a permanent position in Columbus Ohio No V... more

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    Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

    C.R. England | Columbus, OH

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FAQ about Location Assistant

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Location Assistant?

The Insurance industry offers the highest average compensation for Location Assistant roles, with salaries approximately 15% above the market median.

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