Office Support Assistant Salary in the United States

How much does an Office Support Assistant make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Office Support Assistant in the United States is $38,651 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $19.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $45,747
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $35,016 to $42,365
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $31,706
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Office Support Assistant Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $42,365 $3,530 $815 $20
Average $38,651 $3,221 $743 $19
25th Percentile $35,016 $2,918 $673 $17
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Key Factors That Influence Office Support Assistant Salaries

An Office Support 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 Office Support Assistant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Office Support 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): $39,408
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $46,352
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $58,893
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $66,166
  • Expert (over 8 years): $73,938
Levels Salary
Office Su... Level Office Support Assistant$39,408
Office Se... Level Office Support Assistant$46,352
Office Se... Level Office Support Assistant$58,893
Office Se... Level Office Support Assistant$66,166
Office Su... Level Office Support Assistant$73,938
$39,408 0 yr
$46,352 < 2 yrs
$58,893 2-4 yrs
$66,166 5-8 yrs
$73,938 > 8 yrs
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What Am I Worth?

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

  • District of Columbia: $42,794.
  • California: $42,632.
  • Massachusetts: $42,064.

Top Paying Cities for Office Support 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: $48,750
  • San Francisco: $48,216
  • Oakland: $47,200

What Skills Can Increase an Office Support Assistant's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 14.8% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Office Management (Mentioned in 2.12% Job Postings): Office management is a profession involving the design, implementation, evaluation, and maintenance of the process of work within an office or other organization, in order to sustain and improve efficiency and productivity.
  • Work Ethic (Mentioned in 1.45% 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
Customer Service 14.8%
Office Management 2.12%
Work Ethic 1.45%
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 an Office Support Assistant's salary.
  • Inside Sales: Can increase your salary by up to 29%.
  • Telemarketing: Can increase your salary by up to 29%.
  • Outside Sales: Can increase your salary by up to 28%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Inside Sales
$49,859
29%
Telemarketing
$49,859
29%
Outside Sales
$49,473
28%
Customer Relationship
$48,313
25%
Office Management
$45,994
19%
Presentation
$44,835
16%
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Office Support Assistant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Office Support Assistant roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 90% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Office Support Assistant positions in Software & Networking or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Office Support Assistant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Office Support Assistant

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services$50,246$24.030%
Biotechnology$48,313$23.025%
Pharmaceuticals$48,313$23.025%
Energy & Utilities$46,381$22.020%
Aerospace & Defense$44,448$21.015%

How Education impacts an Office Support Assistant's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Office Support Assistants enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Office Support Assistant with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $41,746 and $44,605).

Office Support Assistant Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Office Support Assistant
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.8%
High School 42.8%
Associates 19.6%
Bachelors 32.7%
Masters 3.1%
Doctorate 0.1%
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Office Support Assistant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Office Support 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 Office Support Assistant

Salaries for an Office Support Assistant can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $36,358 in 2023 to around $36,065 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Office Support Assistant salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Office Support Assistant Over Time

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2023
$36,358
2024
$36,275
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  • Franklin County Court of Common Pleas

    Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

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  • The Suff Group

    Columbus, OH

    The Suff Group | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

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FAQ about Office Support Assistant

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Office Support Assistant?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Office Support Assistant roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

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