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

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Staff Assistant roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change A Staff Assistant's salary?

A Staff Assistant's salary grows with experience: an Office Services Assistant I (0-1 years)earns $38,847, an Staff Assistant (1-3 years)earns $45,692, an Office Services Assistant III (3-5 years)earns $58,054, an Office Services Assistant IV (5-7 years)earns $65,224, an Office Supervisor (7+ years)earns $72,885,

What are the highest paying states for a Staff Assistant?

Staff Assistant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Staff Assistant roles are District of Columbia $50,417, California $50,225, Massachusetts $49,556. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Staff Assistant roles make?

Salaries for Staff Assistant level roles vary by specialization: Assistant Chief of Staff: $128,329; Assistant Staff Member: $92,375; Executive Staff Assistant: $85,848; Assistant Staff Scientist: $72,085; Staff Assistant II: $63,947.

Staff Assistant Salary in Delaware

How much does a Staff Assistant make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Staff Assistant in Delaware is $46,114 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $22.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $57,061
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $41,607 to $51,844
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $37,505

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Staff Assistant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$51,844	$4,320	$997	$25
Average	$46,114	$3,843	$887	$22
25th Percentile	$41,607	$3,467	$800	$20

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Key Factors That Influence Staff Assistant Salaries

A Staff 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 Staff Assistant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Staff 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): $38,847
Early Career (1-2 years): $45,692
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $58,054
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $65,224
Expert (over 8 years): $72,885

Levels	Salary
Office Se... Level Staff Assistant	$38,847
Staff Ass... Level Staff Assistant	$45,692
Office Se... Level Staff Assistant	$58,054
Office Se... Level Staff Assistant	$65,224
Office Su... Level Staff Assistant	$72,885

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

District of Columbia: $50,417.
California: $50,225.
Massachusetts: $49,556.

District of Columbia $50,417 California $50,225 Massachusetts $49,556 Washington $49,374 New Jersey $49,356 Alaska $49,292 Connecticut $48,664 New York $48,409

Hawaii $47,593 Rhode Island $47,211 Maryland $46,951 Minnesota $46,596 Colorado $46,460 Illinois $46,414 Oregon $46,241 Delaware $46,114

New Hampshire $46,033 Virginia $45,854 Pennsylvania $45,330 Nevada $45,066 North Dakota $44,980 Michigan $44,843 Wisconsin $44,793 Vermont $44,693

Texas $44,415 Maine $44,397 Arizona $44,370 Ohio $44,338 Georgia $43,919 Indiana $43,709 Wyoming $43,668 Utah $43,605

Iowa $43,577 Kansas $43,359 Louisiana $43,295 North Carolina $43,272 Missouri $43,263 Florida $43,086 Montana $42,990 Nebraska $42,899

Kentucky $42,849 South Carolina $42,667 Tennessee $42,553 Idaho $42,507 New Mexico $42,175 Oklahoma $42,102 Alabama $41,833 South Dakota $41,382

Arkansas $41,137 West Virginia $41,005 Mississippi $40,608

Top Paying Cities for Staff 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: $45,906
Little Creek: $46,242
Magnolia: $46,176

Lincoln, DE $45,906 Little Creek, DE $46,242 Magnolia, DE $46,176 Milford, DE $46,023 Marydel, DE $46,098 Millsboro, DE $45,713 Millville, DE $45,784 Milton, DE $45,863

Nassau, DE $45,896 Ocean View, DE $45,776 Rehoboth Beach, DE $45,864 Seaford, DE $45,890 Selbyville, DE $45,700 Smyrna, DE $46,274 Viola, DE $46,061 Woodside, DE $46,185

Bear, DE $46,078 Newark, DE $46,061 Claymont, DE $46,155 Delaware City, DE $46,107 Hockessin, DE $46,057 Kirkwood, DE $46,098 Middletown, DE $46,116 Montchanin, DE $46,067

New Castle, DE $46,074 Odessa, DE $46,139 Port Penn, DE $46,170 Rockland, DE $46,072 Saint Georges, DE $46,101 Townsend, DE $46,172 Winterthur, DE $46,077 Lewes, DE $45,881

Wilmington, DE $46,059 Dover, DE $46,242 Dover Afb, DE $45,998 Bethany Beach, DE $45,728 Bethel, DE $45,775 Bridgeville, DE $45,883 Camden Wyoming, DE $46,112 Cheswold, DE $46,227

Clayton, DE $46,228 Dagsboro, DE $45,696 Delmar, DE $45,623 Ellendale, DE $45,761 Felton, DE $46,019 Fenwick Island, DE $45,706 Frankford, DE $45,626 Frederica, DE $46,064

Georgetown, DE $45,679 Greenwood, DE $45,890 Harbeson, DE $45,727 Harrington, DE $45,961 Hartly, DE $46,104 Houston, DE $45,895 Kenton, DE $46,231 Laurel, DE $45,651

Yorklyn, DE $46,070

Staff Assistant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Staff Assistant roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 10% above the average. In contrast, Staff Assistant positions in Biotechnology or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Staff Assistant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Staff Assistant

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$50,725	$24.0	10%

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

Understanding how a Staff 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

$41,607

Average $46,114/year

$51,844

$3,467

Average $3,843/month

$4,320

$800

Average $887/week

$997

$20

Average $22/hour

$25

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$51,844	$4,320	$997	$25
Average	$46,114	$3,843	$887	$22
25th Percentile	$41,607	$3,467	$800	$20

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