What are the main factors that influence a Department 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 Department Assistant?

The Internet industry offers the highest average compensation for Department Assistant roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

How does experience change A Department Assistant's salary?

A Department Assistant's salary grows with experience: an Administrative Assistant I (0-1 years)earns $47,072, an Administrative Assistant II (1-3 years)earns $55,348, an Administrative Assistant III (3-5 years)earns $65,875, an Department Assistant (5-7 years)earns $77,273,

What are the highest paying states for a Department Assistant?

Department Assistant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Department Assistant roles are District of Columbia $83,318, California $83,002, Massachusetts $81,896. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Department Assistant roles make?

Salaries for Department Assistant level roles vary by specialization: Assistant Department Director: $165,820; Assistant Department Manager: $91,498; Parts Department Assistant: $84,771; Department Support Assistant: $54,616; Department Administrative Assistant: $53,424.

Department Assistant Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Department Assistant make in Rhode Island?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Department Assistant in Rhode Island is $78,020 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $38.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $97,438
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $69,264 to $88,184
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $61,293

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Department Assistant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$88,184	$7,349	$1,696	$42
Average	$78,020	$6,502	$1,500	$38
25th Percentile	$69,264	$5,772	$1,332	$33

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Key Factors That Influence Department Assistant Salaries

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

District of Columbia: $83,318.
California: $83,002.
Massachusetts: $81,896.

District of Columbia $83,318 California $83,002 Massachusetts $81,896 Washington $81,595 New Jersey $81,564 Alaska $81,459 Connecticut $80,421 New York $79,999

Hawaii $78,652 Rhode Island $78,020 Maryland $77,591 Minnesota $77,004 Colorado $76,778 Illinois $76,703 Oregon $76,417 Delaware $76,207

New Hampshire $76,074 Virginia $75,778 Pennsylvania $74,912 Nevada $74,476 North Dakota $74,333 Michigan $74,107 Wisconsin $74,024 Vermont $73,859

Texas $73,400 Maine $73,370 Arizona $73,324 Ohio $73,272 Georgia $72,579 Indiana $72,233 Wyoming $72,166 Utah $72,060

Iowa $72,015 Kansas $71,654 Louisiana $71,549 North Carolina $71,511 Missouri $71,496 Florida $71,202 Montana $71,044 Nebraska $70,894

Kentucky $70,811 South Carolina $70,510 Tennessee $70,322 Idaho $70,247 New Mexico $69,697 Oklahoma $69,577 Alabama $69,133 South Dakota $68,388

Arkansas $67,982 West Virginia $67,763 Mississippi $67,109

Top Paying Cities for Department 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: $78,995
Albion: $78,328
Ashaway: $78,846

Adamsville, RI $78,995 Albion, RI $78,328 Ashaway, RI $78,846 Barrington, RI $78,122 Block Island, RI $78,557 Bradford, RI $78,798 Bristol, RI $78,423 Carolina, RI $78,668

Charlestown, RI $78,697 Chepachet, RI $78,540 Clayville, RI $78,321 Coventry, RI $78,325 West Greenwich, RI $78,541 East Greenwich, RI $78,272 Exeter, RI $78,519 Fiskeville, RI $78,120

Forestdale, RI $78,722 Foster, RI $78,499 Glendale, RI $78,728 Greene, RI $78,602 Greenville, RI $78,150 Harmony, RI $78,251 Harrisville, RI $78,694 Hope, RI $78,169

Hope Valley, RI $78,776 Hopkinton, RI $78,880 Jamestown, RI $78,617 Kenyon, RI $78,658 Little Compton, RI $78,983 Manville, RI $78,431 Mapleville, RI $78,555 Newport, RI $78,696

Middletown, RI $78,731 North Kingstown, RI $78,407 North Scituate, RI $78,252 Oakland, RI $78,640 Pascoag, RI $78,746 Pawtucket, RI $78,005 Central Falls, RI $78,040 Cumberland, RI $78,483

Lincoln, RI $78,118 Portsmouth, RI $78,688 Prudence Island, RI $78,526 Rockville, RI $78,868 Saunderstown, RI $78,569 Shannock, RI $78,663 Slatersville, RI $78,723 Slocum, RI $78,567

Tiverton, RI $78,927 Wakefield, RI $78,636 Kingston, RI $78,606 Narragansett, RI $78,658 Peace Dale, RI $78,627 Warren, RI $78,323 Warwick, RI $78,105 Westerly, RI $78,864

West Kingston, RI $78,631 West Warwick, RI $78,201 Wood River Junction, RI $78,743 Woonsocket, RI $78,727 North Smithfield, RI $78,548 Wyoming, RI $78,663 Providence, RI $77,983 Cranston, RI $77,993

North Providence, RI $78,002 East Providence, RI $77,988 Riverside, RI $78,013 Rumford, RI $78,001 Smithfield, RI $78,159 Johnston, RI $78,028

Department Assistant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Department Assistant roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 45% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Internet and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Department Assistant positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Department Assistant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Department Assistant

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Internet	$97,525	$47.0	25%
Pharmaceuticals	$89,723	$43.0	15%
Biotechnology	$85,822	$41.0	10%
Energy & Utilities	$85,822	$41.0	10%
Telecom	$85,822	$41.0	10%

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

Understanding how a Department 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

$69,264

Average $78,020/year

$88,184

$5,772

Average $6,502/month

$7,349

$1,332

Average $1,500/week

$1,696

$33

Average $38/hour

$42

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$88,184	$7,349	$1,696	$42
Average	$78,020	$6,502	$1,500	$38
25th Percentile	$69,264	$5,772	$1,332	$33

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