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

A Student Assistant's salary grows with experience: a Student Assistant (0-2 years)earns $49,538, a Student Activities Manager (2-5 years)earns $54,523, a Student Activities Director (5+ years)earns $61,949,

What are the highest paying states for a Student Assistant?

Student Assistant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Student Assistant roles are District of Columbia $51,431, California $51,236, Massachusetts $50,553. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Student Assistant roles make?

Salaries for Student Assistant level roles vary by specialization: Assistant Dean Of Student Services: $128,120; Assistant Dean Of Student Affairs: $74,449; Student Research Assistant: $73,724; Student Nurse Assistant: $62,675; Assistant Director Of Student Engagement: $54,424.

Student Assistant Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Student Assistant make in Rhode Island?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Student Assistant in Rhode Island is $48,161 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $23.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $58,628
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $41,550 to $53,640
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $35,532

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Student Assistant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$53,640	$4,470	$1,032	$26
Average	$48,161	$4,013	$926	$23
25th Percentile	$41,550	$3,463	$799	$20

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Key Factors That Influence Student Assistant Salaries

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

District of Columbia: $51,431.
California: $51,236.
Massachusetts: $50,553.

District of Columbia $51,431 California $51,236 Massachusetts $50,553 Washington $50,367 New Jersey $50,348 Alaska $50,283 Connecticut $49,642 New York $49,382

Hawaii $48,551 Rhode Island $48,161 Maryland $47,896 Minnesota $47,534 Colorado $47,394 Illinois $47,348 Oregon $47,171 Delaware $47,041

New Hampshire $46,959 Virginia $46,776 Pennsylvania $46,242 Nevada $45,973 North Dakota $45,884 Michigan $45,745 Wisconsin $45,694 Vermont $45,592

Texas $45,309 Maine $45,290 Arizona $45,262 Ohio $45,230 Georgia $44,802 Indiana $44,589 Wyoming $44,547 Utah $44,482

Iowa $44,454 Kansas $44,231 Louisiana $44,166 North Carolina $44,143 Missouri $44,133 Florida $43,952 Montana $43,855 Nebraska $43,762

Kentucky $43,711 South Carolina $43,525 Tennessee $43,409 Idaho $43,362 New Mexico $43,023 Oklahoma $42,949 Alabama $42,675 South Dakota $42,215

Arkansas $41,964 West Virginia $41,829 Mississippi $41,425

Top Paying Cities for Student 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:

Adamsville: $48,763
Albion: $48,351
Ashaway: $48,670

Adamsville, RI $48,763 Albion, RI $48,351 Ashaway, RI $48,670 Barrington, RI $48,223 Block Island, RI $48,492 Bradford, RI $48,641 Bristol, RI $48,409 Carolina, RI $48,561

Charlestown, RI $48,578 Chepachet, RI $48,482 Clayville, RI $48,346 Coventry, RI $48,349 West Greenwich, RI $48,482 East Greenwich, RI $48,316 Exeter, RI $48,469 Fiskeville, RI $48,222

Forestdale, RI $48,594 Foster, RI $48,456 Glendale, RI $48,598 Greene, RI $48,520 Greenville, RI $48,241 Harmony, RI $48,303 Harrisville, RI $48,577 Hope, RI $48,253

Hope Valley, RI $48,627 Hopkinton, RI $48,692 Jamestown, RI $48,529 Kenyon, RI $48,555 Little Compton, RI $48,755 Manville, RI $48,414 Mapleville, RI $48,491 Newport, RI $48,578

Middletown, RI $48,599 North Kingstown, RI $48,399 North Scituate, RI $48,304 Oakland, RI $48,543 Pascoag, RI $48,609 Pawtucket, RI $48,151 Central Falls, RI $48,173 Cumberland, RI $48,446

Lincoln, RI $48,221 Portsmouth, RI $48,573 Prudence Island, RI $48,473 Rockville, RI $48,684 Saunderstown, RI $48,500 Shannock, RI $48,557 Slatersville, RI $48,594 Slocum, RI $48,498

Tiverton, RI $48,720 Wakefield, RI $48,541 Kingston, RI $48,522 Narragansett, RI $48,555 Peace Dale, RI $48,535 Warren, RI $48,348 Warwick, RI $48,213 Westerly, RI $48,682

West Kingston, RI $48,538 West Warwick, RI $48,272 Wood River Junction, RI $48,607 Woonsocket, RI $48,597 North Smithfield, RI $48,486 Wyoming, RI $48,557 Providence, RI $48,137 Cranston, RI $48,144

North Providence, RI $48,149 East Providence, RI $48,141 Riverside, RI $48,156 Rumford, RI $48,149 Smithfield, RI $48,247 Johnston, RI $48,166

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

Understanding how a Student 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

$41,550

Average $48,161/year

$53,640

$3,463

Average $4,013/month

$4,470

$799

Average $926/week

$1,032

$20

Average $23/hour

$26

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$53,640	$4,470	$1,032	$26
Average	$48,161	$4,013	$926	$23
25th Percentile	$41,550	$3,463	$799	$20

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