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

The Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit industry offers the highest average compensation for Financial Assistant roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change A Financial Assistant's salary?

A Financial Assistant's salary grows with experience: starting around $62,903 for beginners, reaching about $66,851 at mid-level, and approach $67,814 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Financial Assistant?

Financial Assistant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Financial Assistant roles are District of Columbia $70,851, California $70,582, Massachusetts $69,641. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Financial Assistant roles make?

Salaries for Financial Assistant level roles vary by specialization: Assistant Financial Controller: $163,140; Financial Assistant IV: $68,518; Assistant Financial Manager: $66,777; Assistant Financial Analyst: $66,308; Corporate Financial Assistant: $64,829.

Financial Assistant Salary in Delaware

How much does a Financial Assistant make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Financial Assistant in Delaware is $64,803 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $31.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $80,447
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $57,599 to $72,992
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $51,039

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Financial Assistant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$72,992	$6,083	$1,404	$35
Average	$64,803	$5,400	$1,246	$31
25th Percentile	$57,599	$4,800	$1,108	$28

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Key Factors That Influence Financial Assistant Salaries

A Financial 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 Experience Level Affects Financial Assistant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Financial 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): $62,903
Early Career (1-2 years): $64,201
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $66,851
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $67,212
Expert (over 8 years): $67,814

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Financial Assistant	$62,903
Intermediate Level Financial Assistant	$64,201
Senior Level Financial Assistant	$66,851
Specialist Level Financial Assistant	$67,212
Expert Level Financial Assistant	$67,814

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

District of Columbia: $70,851.
California: $70,582.
Massachusetts: $69,641.

District of Columbia $70,851 California $70,582 Massachusetts $69,641 Washington $69,385 New Jersey $69,360 Alaska $69,270 Connecticut $68,387 New York $68,029

Hawaii $66,883 Rhode Island $66,346 Maryland $65,981 Minnesota $65,482 Colorado $65,290 Illinois $65,226 Oregon $64,983 Delaware $64,803

New Hampshire $64,691 Virginia $64,439 Pennsylvania $63,703 Nevada $63,332 North Dakota $63,210 Michigan $63,018 Wisconsin $62,948 Vermont $62,807

Texas $62,417 Maine $62,391 Arizona $62,353 Ohio $62,308 Georgia $61,719 Indiana $61,425 Wyoming $61,367 Utah $61,278

Iowa $61,239 Kansas $60,932 Louisiana $60,842 North Carolina $60,810 Missouri $60,798 Florida $60,548 Montana $60,414 Nebraska $60,286

Kentucky $60,215 South Carolina $59,959 Tennessee $59,799 Idaho $59,735 New Mexico $59,268 Oklahoma $59,166 Alabama $58,788 South Dakota $58,155

Arkansas $57,809 West Virginia $57,624 Mississippi $57,067

Top Paying Cities for Financial 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: $64,512
Little Creek: $64,984
Magnolia: $64,891

Lincoln, DE $64,512 Little Creek, DE $64,984 Magnolia, DE $64,891 Milford, DE $64,676 Marydel, DE $64,782 Millsboro, DE $64,241 Millville, DE $64,340 Milton, DE $64,452

Nassau, DE $64,498 Ocean View, DE $64,329 Rehoboth Beach, DE $64,453 Seaford, DE $64,489 Selbyville, DE $64,222 Smyrna, DE $65,029 Viola, DE $64,729 Woodside, DE $64,903

Bear, DE $64,754 Newark, DE $64,729 Claymont, DE $64,862 Delaware City, DE $64,794 Hockessin, DE $64,723 Kirkwood, DE $64,782 Middletown, DE $64,807 Montchanin, DE $64,738

New Castle, DE $64,748 Odessa, DE $64,839 Port Penn, DE $64,882 Rockland, DE $64,745 Saint Georges, DE $64,786 Townsend, DE $64,886 Winterthur, DE $64,752 Lewes, DE $64,476

Wilmington, DE $64,727 Dover, DE $64,984 Dover Afb, DE $64,642 Bethany Beach, DE $64,261 Bethel, DE $64,328 Bridgeville, DE $64,480 Camden Wyoming, DE $64,801 Cheswold, DE $64,963

Clayton, DE $64,965 Dagsboro, DE $64,217 Delmar, DE $64,114 Ellendale, DE $64,308 Felton, DE $64,670 Fenwick Island, DE $64,231 Frankford, DE $64,119 Frederica, DE $64,734

Georgetown, DE $64,192 Greenwood, DE $64,490 Harbeson, DE $64,261 Harrington, DE $64,588 Hartly, DE $64,789 Houston, DE $64,496 Kenton, DE $64,968 Laurel, DE $64,154

Yorklyn, DE $64,743

Financial Assistant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Financial Assistant roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, Financial Assistant positions in Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Financial Assistant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Financial Assistant

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit	$71,284	$34.0	10%

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

Understanding how a Financial 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.

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$57,599

Average $64,803/year

$72,992

$4,800

Average $5,400/month

$6,083

$1,108

Average $1,246/week

$1,404

$28

Average $31/hour

$35

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$72,992	$6,083	$1,404	$35
Average	$64,803	$5,400	$1,246	$31
25th Percentile	$57,599	$4,800	$1,108	$28

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