Administrative Assistant (Contractor) Salary in the United States

How much does an Administrative Assistant (Contractor) make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Administrative Assistant (Contractor) in the United States is $60,873 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

However, an Administrative Assistant (Contractor)'s salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $75,810
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $55,437 to $68,692
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $50,487
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Administrative Assistant (Contractor) Salaries by Percentile

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Salary		 Monthly
Pay		 Weekly
Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $68,692 $5,724 $1,321 $33
Average $60,873 $5,073 $1,171 $29
25th Percentile $55,437 $4,620 $1,066 $27
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Key Factors That Influence Administrative Assistant (Contractor) Salaries

An Administrative Assistant (Contractor)'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 Experience Level Affects Administrative Assistant (Contractor) Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Administrative Assistant (Contractor)'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): $59,245
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $96,215
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $117,993
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $134,806
  • Expert (over 8 years): $180,479
Levels Salary
Administr... Level Administrative Assistant (Contractor)$59,245
Contracts... Level Administrative Assistant (Contractor)$96,215
Contracts... Level Administrative Assistant (Contractor)$117,993
Contracts... Level Administrative Assistant (Contractor)$134,806
Contracts... Level Administrative Assistant (Contractor)$180,479
$59,245 0 yr
$96,215 < 2 yrs
$117,993 2-4 yrs
$134,806 5-8 yrs
$180,479 > 8 yrs
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What Am I Worth?

How Do Administrative Assistant (Contractor) 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 Administrative Assistant (Contractor)s. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $67,399.
  • California: $67,143.
  • Massachusetts: $66,249.

Top Paying Cities for Administrative Assistant (Contractor)s

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: $76,780
  • San Francisco: $75,939
  • Oakland: $74,339

What Skills Can Increase an Administrative Assistant (Contractor)'s Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 8.77% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • Microsoft Office (Mentioned in 2.27% Job Postings): Microsoft Office is a suite of desktop productivity applications that is designed by Microsoft for business use. You can create documents containing text and images, work with data in spreadsheets and databases, create presentations and posters.
  • Contract Review (Mentioned in 1.3% Job Postings): Evaluating, interpreting, and improving the terms used in contractual agreements.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Analysis 8.77%
Microsoft Office 2.27%
Contract Review 1.3%
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 Administrative Assistant (Contractor)'s salary.
  • Program Management: Can increase your salary by up to 22%.
  • Negotiating: Can increase your salary by up to 16%.
  • Leadership: Can increase your salary by up to 15%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Program Management
 $74,266
22%
Negotiating
 $70,613
16%
Leadership
 $70,004
15%
Business Administration
 $67,569
11%
Insight
 $66,961
10%
Contract Management
 $66,961
10%
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Administrative Assistant (Contractor) Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Administrative Assistant (Contractor) roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 90% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and MFG Durable sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 45% above the average. In contrast, Administrative Assistant (Contractor) positions in Telecom or MFG Nondurable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Administrative Assistant (Contractor) as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Administrative Assistant (Contractor)

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking$88,266$42.045%
MFG Durable$85,223$41.040%
Pharmaceuticals$82,179$40.035%
Internet$79,135$38.030%
Hospitality & Leisure$76,092$37.025%

How Education impacts an Administrative Assistant (Contractor)'s Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Administrative Assistant (Contractor)s 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 Administrative Assistant (Contractor) with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $56,624 and $61,011).

Administrative Assistant (Contractor) Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Administrative Assistant (Contractor)
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 25.8%
High School 25.8%
Associates 19.6%
Bachelors 47.4%
Masters 4.1%
Doctorate 3.1%
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Administrative Assistant (Contractor) Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Administrative Assistant (Contractor)'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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$55,437
Average $60,873/year
$68,692
$4,620
Average $5,073/month
$5,724
$1,066
Average $1,171/week
$1,321
$27
Average $29/hour
$33
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $68,692 $5,724 $1,321 $33
Average $60,873 $5,073 $1,171 $29
25th Percentile $55,437 $4,620 $1,066 $27

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Salary Trends for Administrative Assistant (Contractor)

Salaries for an Administrative Assistant (Contractor) can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $53,970 in 2023 to around $53,037 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Administrative Assistant (Contractor) salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Administrative Assistant (Contractor) Over Time

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2024 $53,667
2025 $53,037
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