Academic Services Assistant Salary in the United States

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

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Academic Services Assistant in the United States is $42,919 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $21.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $47,264
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $39,241 to $45,193
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $35,893
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Academic Services Assistant Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $45,193 $3,766 $869 $22
Average $42,919 $3,577 $825 $21
25th Percentile $39,241 $3,270 $755 $19
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Key Factors That Influence Academic Services Assistant Salaries

An Academic Services 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 Academic Services Assistant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Academic Services 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): $41,007
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $41,333
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $41,791
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $42,508
  • Expert (over 8 years): $43,140
Levels Salary
Entry Level Academic Services Assistant$41,007
Intermediate Level Academic Services Assistant$41,333
Senior Level Academic Services Assistant$41,791
Specialist Level Academic Services Assistant$42,508
Expert Level Academic Services Assistant$43,140
$41,007 0 yr
$41,333 < 2 yrs
$41,791 2-4 yrs
$42,508 5-8 yrs
$43,140 > 8 yrs
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What Am I Worth?

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

  • District of Columbia: $47,520.
  • California: $47,339.
  • Massachusetts: $46,708.

Top Paying Cities for Academic Services 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: $54,133
  • San Francisco: $53,541
  • Oakland: $52,412

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

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Commitment (Mentioned in 3.81% Job Postings): An agreement or pledge to do something in the future a commitment to improve conditions at the prison especially : an engagement to assume a financial obligation at a future date.
  • Acute Care (Mentioned in 3.29% Job Postings): Acute care is a branch of secondary health care where a patient receives active but short-term treatment for a severe injury or episode of illness, an urgent medical condition, or during recovery from surgery. In medical terms, care for acute health conditions is the opposite from chronic care, or longer term care. Acute care services are generally delivered by teams of health care professionals from a range of medical and surgical specialties. Acute care may require a stay in a hospital emergency department, ambulatory surgery center, urgent care centre or other short-term stay facility, along with the assistance of diagnostic services, surgery, or follow-up outpatient care in the community. Hospital-based acute inpatient care typically has the goal of discharging patients as soon as they are deemed healthy and stable. Acute care settings include emergency department, intensive care, coronary care, cardiology, neonatal intensive care, and many general areas where the patient could become acutely unwell and require stabilization and transfer to another higher dependency unit for further treatment.
  • Oral Hygiene (Mentioned in 2.61% Job Postings): The practice of keeping your mouth clean and disease-free. It involves brushing and flossing your teeth as well as visiting your dentist regularly for dental X-rays, exams and cleanings.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Commitment 3.81%
Acute Care 3.29%
Oral Hygiene 2.61%
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 Services Assistant's salary.
  • Planning: Can increase your salary by up to 22%.
  • Written English: Can increase your salary by up to 19%.
  • Initiative: Can increase your salary by up to 13%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Planning
$52,361
22%
Written English
$51,073
19%
Initiative
$48,498
13%
Patient Safety
$47,640
11%
Communicates Effectively
$46,781
9%
Pediatric
$46,352
8%
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Academic Services Assistant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Academic Services 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, Healthcare, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, Academic Services Assistant positions in Edu., Government & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Academic Services Assistant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Academic Services Assistant

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare$47,211$23.010%

Academic Services Assistant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Academic Services 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 Services Assistant

Salaries for an Academic Services Assistant can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $49,570 in 2023 to around $50,188 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Academic Services Assistant salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Academic Services Assistant Over Time

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2024
$50,357
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    Columbus, OH

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  • Confidential

    Columbus, OH

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  • Confidential

    Columbus, OH

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    Vice President of Implementation Services. About the Company. Renowned B2B financial technology (FinTech) platform streamlining digital asset management se... more

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    Columbus, OH

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    Vice President, Pharmacy Services. About the Company. Innovative healthcare network serving the local community. Industry. Hospital & Health Care. Type. Pr... more

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    Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

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    Vice President, Clinical Services. About the Company. Top telehealth weight loss program. Industry. Hospital & Health Care. Type. Privately Held, VC-backed... more

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FAQ about Academic Services Assistant

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

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Academic Services Assistant roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

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