What are the main factors that influence an Administrative Assistant & Grants Administrator'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 Administrative Assistant & Grants Administrator?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Administrative Assistant & Grants Administrator roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

How does experience change An Administrative Assistant & Grants Administrator's salary?

An Administrative Assistant & Grants Administrator's salary grows with experience: an Administrative Assistant I (0-1 years)earns $46,161, an Administrative Assistant & Grants Administrator (1-3 years)earns $54,276, an Administrative Assistant III (3-5 years)earns $64,599, an Administrative Assistant IV (5-7 years)earns $75,776,

How much do different types of Administrative Assistant & Grants Administrator roles make?

Salaries for Administrative Assistant & Grants Administrator level roles vary by specialization: Grants Programs Manager: $110,710; Supervisor of Grants and Proposals: $79,123; Administrative Assistant/Human Resources Administrator: $76,914; Assistant Director for Grants Management: $65,491; Grants And Contracts Administrator: $64,886.

Administrative Assistant & Grants Administrator Salary in Rhode Island

Q: What are the highest paying states for an Administrative Assistant & Grants Administrator?

Administrative Assistant & Grants Administrator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Administrative Assistant & Grants Administrator roles are District of Columbia $59,418, California $59,193, Massachusetts $58,404. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much does an Administrative Assistant & Grants Administrator make in Rhode Island?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Administrative Assistant & Grants Administrator in Rhode Island is $55,640 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $27.

However, an Administrative Assistant & Grants Administrator's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $68,153
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $50,225 to $62,190
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $45,294

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Administrative Assistant & Grants Administrator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$62,190	$5,183	$1,196	$30
Average	$55,640	$4,637	$1,070	$27
25th Percentile	$50,225	$4,185	$966	$24

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Key Factors That Influence Administrative Assistant & Grants Administrator Salaries

An Administrative Assistant & Grants Administrator'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 Do Administrative Assistant & Grants Administrator 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 & Grants Administrators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $59,418.
California: $59,193.
Massachusetts: $58,404.

District of Columbia $59,418 California $59,193 Massachusetts $58,404 Washington $58,190 New Jersey $58,168 Alaska $58,093 Connecticut $57,352 New York $57,052

Hawaii $56,091 Rhode Island $55,640 Maryland $55,334 Minnesota $54,916 Colorado $54,755 Illinois $54,701 Oregon $54,497 Delaware $54,347

New Hampshire $54,253 Virginia $54,041 Pennsylvania $53,424 Nevada $53,113 North Dakota $53,011 Michigan $52,850 Wisconsin $52,791 Vermont $52,673

Texas $52,345 Maine $52,324 Arizona $52,292 Ohio $52,254 Georgia $51,760 Indiana $51,514 Wyoming $51,465 Utah $51,390

Iowa $51,358 Kansas $51,100 Louisiana $51,025 North Carolina $50,998 Missouri $50,988 Florida $50,778 Montana $50,666 Nebraska $50,558

Kentucky $50,499 South Carolina $50,285 Tennessee $50,150 Idaho $50,097 New Mexico $49,705 Oklahoma $49,619 Alabama $49,302 South Dakota $48,771

Arkansas $48,481 West Virginia $48,326 Mississippi $47,859

Top Paying Cities for Administrative Assistant & Grants Administrators

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:

Adamsville: $56,336
Albion: $55,860
Ashaway: $56,229

Adamsville, RI $56,336 Albion, RI $55,860 Ashaway, RI $56,229 Barrington, RI $55,713 Block Island, RI $56,023 Bradford, RI $56,195 Bristol, RI $55,928 Carolina, RI $56,102

Charlestown, RI $56,123 Chepachet, RI $56,011 Clayville, RI $55,855 Coventry, RI $55,858 West Greenwich, RI $56,012 East Greenwich, RI $55,820 Exeter, RI $55,996 Fiskeville, RI $55,712

Forestdale, RI $56,141 Foster, RI $55,982 Glendale, RI $56,145 Greene, RI $56,055 Greenville, RI $55,733 Harmony, RI $55,805 Harrisville, RI $56,121 Hope, RI $55,747

Hope Valley, RI $56,180 Hopkinton, RI $56,254 Jamestown, RI $56,066 Kenyon, RI $56,095 Little Compton, RI $56,327 Manville, RI $55,933 Mapleville, RI $56,022 Newport, RI $56,122

Middletown, RI $56,147 North Kingstown, RI $55,916 North Scituate, RI $55,806 Oakland, RI $56,083 Pascoag, RI $56,158 Pawtucket, RI $55,630 Central Falls, RI $55,654 Cumberland, RI $55,970

Lincoln, RI $55,710 Portsmouth, RI $56,116 Prudence Island, RI $56,001 Rockville, RI $56,245 Saunderstown, RI $56,032 Shannock, RI $56,099 Slatersville, RI $56,142 Slocum, RI $56,031

Tiverton, RI $56,287 Wakefield, RI $56,080 Kingston, RI $56,058 Narragansett, RI $56,095 Peace Dale, RI $56,073 Warren, RI $55,857 Warwick, RI $55,701 Westerly, RI $56,243

West Kingston, RI $56,076 West Warwick, RI $55,769 Wood River Junction, RI $56,156 Woonsocket, RI $56,144 North Smithfield, RI $56,017 Wyoming, RI $56,099 Providence, RI $55,614 Cranston, RI $55,621

North Providence, RI $55,628 East Providence, RI $55,617 Riverside, RI $55,635 Rumford, RI $55,627 Smithfield, RI $55,740 Johnston, RI $55,646

Administrative Assistant & Grants Administrator Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Administrative Assistant & Grants Administrator roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 65% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Administrative Assistant & Grants Administrator positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Administrative Assistant & Grants Administrator as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Administrative Assistant & Grants Administrator

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$69,550	$33.0	25%
Internet	$66,768	$32.0	20%
Software & Networking	$66,768	$32.0	20%
Energy & Utilities	$63,986	$31.0	15%
Aerospace & Defense	$61,204	$29.0	10%

Administrative Assistant & Grants Administrator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Administrative Assistant & Grants Administrator'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 July 01, 2026

$50,225

Average $55,640/year

$62,190

$4,185

Average $4,637/month

$5,183

$966

Average $1,070/week

$1,196

$24

Average $27/hour

$30

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$62,190	$5,183	$1,196	$30
Average	$55,640	$4,637	$1,070	$27
25th Percentile	$50,225	$4,185	$966	$24

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