Academic Center Assistant Salary in the United States

How much does an Academic Center Assistant make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Academic Center Assistant in the United States is $51,146 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $25.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $62,791
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $46,611 to $57,241
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $42,482
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Academic Center Assistant Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $57,241 $4,770 $1,101 $28
Average $51,146 $4,262 $984 $25
25th Percentile $46,611 $3,884 $896 $22
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Key Factors That Influence Academic Center Assistant Salaries

An Academic Center 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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

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

  • District of Columbia: $56,629.
  • California: $56,414.
  • Massachusetts: $55,662.

Top Paying Cities for Academic Center 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:

  • San Jose: $64,510
  • San Francisco: $63,804
  • Oakland: $62,459

What Skills Can Increase an Academic Center Assistant's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 12.73% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Inside Sales (Mentioned in 1.97% Job Postings): Selling products or services remotely via phone, email, and other digital channels.
  • BPO (Mentioned in 1.43% Job Postings): It refers to Business process outsourcing. It occurs when companies contacted external service provider for essential business task such as accounting, payment processing, IT services, human resources and the like to help the business run smoothly.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 12.73%
Inside Sales 1.97%
BPO 1.43%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on an Academic Center Assistant's salary.
  • Coaching: Can increase your salary by up to 41%.
  • Motivating: Can increase your salary by up to 38%.
  • Talent Acquisition: Can increase your salary by up to 26%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Coaching
$72,116
41%
Motivating
$70,581
38%
Talent Acquisition
$64,444
26%
Technical Support
$61,887
21%
Commitment
$60,864
19%
Initiative
$60,352
18%
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Academic Center Assistant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Academic Center Assistant roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 59% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 34% above the average. In contrast, Academic Center Assistant positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Academic Center Assistant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Academic Center Assistant

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking$68,536$33.034%
Pharmaceuticals$63,932$31.025%
Biotechnology$61,375$30.020%
Internet$59,841$29.017%
Financial Services$57,795$28.013%

How Education impacts an Academic Center Assistant's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Academic Center Assistants enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Academic Center Assistant with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $48,630 and $52,542).

Academic Center Assistant Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Academic Center Assistant
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 2.5%
High School 32.7%
Associates 18.2%
Bachelors 39.6%
Masters 6.9%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Academic Center Assistant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Academic Center 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

Salary Trends for Academic Center Assistant

Salaries for an Academic Center Assistant can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $43,083 in 2023 to around $42,764 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Academic Center Assistant salary trends, .

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    Columbus, OH

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FAQ about Academic Center Assistant

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Academic Center Assistant?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Academic Center Assistant roles, with salaries approximately 34% above the market median.

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