Student Affairs Administrator Salary in the United States

How much does a Student Affairs Administrator make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Student Affairs Administrator in the United States is $50,668 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $24.

However, a Student Affairs Administrator's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $60,173
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $45,336 to $55,643
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $40,481
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Student Affairs Administrator Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $55,643 $4,637 $1,070 $27
Average $50,668 $4,222 $974 $24
25th Percentile $45,336 $3,778 $872 $22
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Key Factors That Influence Student Affairs Administrator Salaries

A Student Affairs Administrator'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 Student Affairs Administrator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Student Affairs Administrator'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): $39,425
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $51,779
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $59,770
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $92,526
  • Expert (over 8 years): $140,809
Levels Salary
Member Se... Level Student Affairs Administrator$39,425
Student A... Level Student Affairs Administrator$51,779
Member Se... Level Student Affairs Administrator$59,770
Member Se... Level Student Affairs Administrator$92,526
Member Se... Level Student Affairs Administrator$140,809
$39,425 0 yr
$51,779 < 2 yrs
$59,770 2-4 yrs
$92,526 5-8 yrs
$140,809 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Student Affairs Administrators

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: $63,908
  • San Francisco: $63,280
  • Oakland: $61,876

What Skills Can Increase a Student Affairs Administrator's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 23.96% 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.
  • POS System (Mentioned in 1.49% Job Postings): Point-of-sale system is the hardware and software that enable your business to make those sales.A point of sale, or point of purchase, is where you ring up customers.
  • Data Entry (Mentioned in 0.63% Job Postings): Transcribing information into an electronic medium such as a computer or other electronic device.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 23.96%
POS System 1.49%
Data Entry 0.63%
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 Student Affairs Administrator's salary.
  • Managed Care: Can increase your salary by up to 13%.
  • Leadership: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
  • Back Office: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Managed Care
$57,255
13%
Leadership
$55,735
10%
Back Office
$55,735
10%
Commitment
$55,229
9%
Cross-Selling
$55,229
9%
Written Communication
$54,215
7%
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How Education impacts a Student Affairs Administrator's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Student Affairs Administrators 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 a Student Affairs Administrator with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $49,533 and $52,411).

Student Affairs Administrator Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Student Affairs Administrator
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 35.7%
High School 35.7%
Associates 25.0%
Bachelors 33.9%
Masters 5.4%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Student Affairs Administrator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Student Affairs Administrator'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 January 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Student Affairs Administrator

Salaries for a Student Affairs Administrator can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $50,395 in 2023 to around $50,197 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Student Affairs Administrator salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Student Affairs Administrator Over Time

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2024
$50,469
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