What are the main factors that influence an Activities Assistant'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 Activities Assistant?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Activities Assistant roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change An Activities Assistant's salary?

An Activities Assistant's salary grows with experience: an Activities Assistant (1-3 years)earns $36,309, an Activity Supervisor - Nursing Home (3-5 years)earns $60,757, an Activity Manager - Nursing Home (5+ years)earns $73,513,

What are the highest paying states for an Activities Assistant?

Activities Assistant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Activities Assistant roles are District of Columbia $40,044, California $39,892, Massachusetts $39,360. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Activities Assistant roles make?

Salaries for Activities Assistant level roles vary by specialization: Activities and Wellness Assistant: $55,648; Assistant Director Of Activities: $53,852; Driver Activities Assistant: $40,090; Activities Assistant Virtual: $39,635; Activities Program Assistant: $39,363.

Activities Assistant Salary in Delaware

How much does an Activities Assistant make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Activities Assistant in Delaware is $36,626 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $18.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $44,881
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $33,186 to $40,947
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $30,055

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Activities Assistant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$40,947	$3,412	$787	$20
Average	$36,626	$3,052	$704	$18
25th Percentile	$33,186	$2,766	$638	$16

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Key Factors That Influence Activities Assistant Salaries

An Activities 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 Activities 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 Activities Assistants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $40,044.
California: $39,892.
Massachusetts: $39,360.

District of Columbia $40,044 California $39,892 Massachusetts $39,360 Washington $39,216 New Jersey $39,201 Alaska $39,151 Connecticut $38,652 New York $38,449

Hawaii $37,802 Rhode Island $37,498 Maryland $37,292 Minnesota $37,010 Colorado $36,901 Illinois $36,865 Oregon $36,727 Delaware $36,626

New Hampshire $36,563 Virginia $36,420 Pennsylvania $36,004 Nevada $35,794 North Dakota $35,726 Michigan $35,617 Wisconsin $35,577 Vermont $35,498

Texas $35,277 Maine $35,263 Arizona $35,241 Ohio $35,216 Georgia $34,883 Indiana $34,717 Wyoming $34,684 Utah $34,633

Iowa $34,612 Kansas $34,438 Louisiana $34,387 North Carolina $34,369 Missouri $34,362 Florida $34,221 Montana $34,145 Nebraska $34,073

Kentucky $34,033 South Carolina $33,888 Tennessee $33,798 Idaho $33,762 New Mexico $33,498 Oklahoma $33,440 Alabama $33,227 South Dakota $32,868

Arkansas $32,673 West Virginia $32,568 Mississippi $32,254

Top Paying Cities for Activities 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:

Lincoln: $36,461
Little Creek: $36,728
Magnolia: $36,675

Lincoln, DE $36,461 Little Creek, DE $36,728 Magnolia, DE $36,675 Milford, DE $36,554 Marydel, DE $36,614 Millsboro, DE $36,308 Millville, DE $36,364 Milton, DE $36,427

Nassau, DE $36,454 Ocean View, DE $36,358 Rehoboth Beach, DE $36,428 Seaford, DE $36,449 Selbyville, DE $36,298 Smyrna, DE $36,754 Viola, DE $36,584 Woodside, DE $36,683

Bear, DE $36,598 Newark, DE $36,584 Claymont, DE $36,659 Delaware City, DE $36,621 Hockessin, DE $36,581 Kirkwood, DE $36,614 Middletown, DE $36,628 Montchanin, DE $36,589

New Castle, DE $36,595 Odessa, DE $36,646 Port Penn, DE $36,671 Rockland, DE $36,593 Saint Georges, DE $36,616 Townsend, DE $36,673 Winterthur, DE $36,597 Lewes, DE $36,441

Wilmington, DE $36,583 Dover, DE $36,728 Dover Afb, DE $36,535 Bethany Beach, DE $36,320 Bethel, DE $36,357 Bridgeville, DE $36,443 Camden Wyoming, DE $36,625 Cheswold, DE $36,716

Clayton, DE $36,717 Dagsboro, DE $36,295 Delmar, DE $36,236 Ellendale, DE $36,346 Felton, DE $36,551 Fenwick Island, DE $36,303 Frankford, DE $36,239 Frederica, DE $36,587

Georgetown, DE $36,281 Greenwood, DE $36,449 Harbeson, DE $36,320 Harrington, DE $36,505 Hartly, DE $36,618 Houston, DE $36,453 Kenton, DE $36,719 Laurel, DE $36,259

Yorklyn, DE $36,592

Activities Assistant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Activities Assistant roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Activities Assistant positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Activities Assistant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Activities Assistant

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$43,951	$21.0	20%

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

Understanding how an Activities 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 July 01, 2026

$33,186

Average $36,626/year

$40,947

$2,766

Average $3,052/month

$3,412

$638

Average $704/week

$787

$16

Average $18/hour

$20

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$40,947	$3,412	$787	$20
Average	$36,626	$3,052	$704	$18
25th Percentile	$33,186	$2,766	$638	$16

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