Administrative Database Assistant Salary in the United States

How much does an Administrative Database Assistant make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Administrative Database Assistant in the United States is $45,876 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $22.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $57,752
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $41,411 to $52,092
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $37,346
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Administrative Database Assistant Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $52,092 $4,341 $1,002 $25
Average $45,876 $3,823 $882 $22
25th Percentile $41,411 $3,451 $796 $20
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Key Factors That Influence Administrative Database Assistant Salaries

An Administrative Database 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 Experience Level Affects Administrative Database Assistant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Administrative Database 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): $44,581
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $50,153
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $57,747
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $76,892
  • Expert (over 8 years): $88,309
Levels Salary
Administr... Level Administrative Database Assistant$44,581
Sales Ass... Level Administrative Database Assistant$50,153
Sales Ass... Level Administrative Database Assistant$57,747
Sales Ass... Level Administrative Database Assistant$76,892
Sales Sup... Level Administrative Database Assistant$88,309
$44,581 0 yr
$50,153 < 2 yrs
$57,747 2-4 yrs
$76,892 5-8 yrs
$88,309 > 8 yrs
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How Do Administrative Database 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 Administrative Database Assistants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $50,794.
  • California: $50,602.
  • Massachusetts: $49,927.

Top Paying Cities for Administrative Database 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: $57,864
  • San Francisco: $57,230
  • Oakland: $56,024

What Skills Can Increase an Administrative Database Assistant's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 31.68% 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.
  • Cash Handling (Mentioned in 1.93% Job Postings): Process of receiving and giving money in a business. In retail, cash handling ranges from the point of sale to the behind-the-scenes money management during the day.
  • Customer Satisfaction (Mentioned in 1.37% Job Postings): Customer satisfaction (often abbreviated as CSAT, more correctly CSat) is a term frequently used in marketing. It is a measure of how products and services supplied by a company meet or surpass customer expectation. Customer satisfaction is defined as "the number of customers, or percentage of total customers, whose reported experience with a firm, its products, or its services (ratings) exceeds specified satisfaction goals." The Marketing Accountability Standards Board (MASB) endorses the definitions, purposes, and constructs of classes of measures that appear in Marketing Metrics as part of its ongoing Common Language in Marketing Project. In a survey of nearly 200 senior marketing managers, 71 percent responded that they found a customer satisfaction metric very useful in managing and monitoring their businesses. It is seen as a key performance indicator within business and is often part of a Balanced Scorecard. In a competitive marketplace where businesses compete for customers, customer satisfaction is seen as a key differentiator and increasingly has become a key element of business strategy.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 31.68%
Cash Handling 1.93%
Customer Satisfaction 1.37%
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 Database Assistant's salary.
  • Flexibility: Can increase your salary by up to 19%.
  • Installation: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
  • Time Management: Can increase your salary by up to 9%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Flexibility
$54,593
19%
Installation
$51,381
12%
Time Management
$50,005
9%
Team Management
$49,088
7%
Products and Services
$49,088
7%
Visual Presentation
$48,629
6%
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Administrative Database Assistant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Administrative Database Assistant roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 55% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Administrative Database Assistant positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Administrative Database Assistant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Administrative Database Assistant

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology$55,052$26.020%
Financial Services$55,052$26.020%
Pharmaceuticals$55,052$26.020%
Software & Networking$55,052$26.020%
Telecom$55,052$26.020%

How Education impacts an Administrative Database Assistant's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Administrative Database 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 Administrative Database Assistant with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $44,054 and $47,102).

Administrative Database Assistant Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Administrative Database Assistant
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.7%
High School 15.8%
Associates 9.1%
Bachelors 69.2%
Masters 5.2%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Administrative Database Assistant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Administrative Database 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 Administrative Database Assistant

Salaries for an Administrative Database Assistant can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $45,559 in 2023 to around $44,794 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Administrative Database Assistant salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Administrative Database Assistant Over Time

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$45,559
2024
$45,180
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2024 $45,180
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  • CESO, Inc.

    Columbus, OH

    CESO, Inc. | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Are you seeking purpose, challenge, and talented colleagues. CESO is a nationally recognized architecture and engineering... more

    6 Days Ago

  • Acadia Healthcare

    Columbus, OH

    Acadia Healthcare | Columbus, OH

    Acadia Healthcare - 880 Greenlawn Avenue - Responsibilities: Provide administrative support to facility management. Attend meetings and take accurate minut... more

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  • The Ohio State University

    Columbus, OH

    The Ohio State University | Columbus, OH

    Screen reader users may encounter difficulty with this site. For assistance with applying, please contact hr-accessibleapplication@. If you have questions ... more

    7 Days Ago

  • First American

    Columbus, OH

    First American | Columbus, OH

    Who We AreJoin a team that puts its People First. As a member of First American's family of companies, National Commercial Services provides single-point s... more

    7 Days Ago

  • Elwood Staffing

    Columbus, OH

    Elwood Staffing | Columbus, OH

    Detail-oriented Administrative Assistant with strong 10-key and accounting experience needed. Company Profile. Our client is a well-established organizatio... more

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  • FACCES

    Columbus, OH

    FACCES | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Administrative Assistant to the Executive Coordinator. Family, Adolescent & Child Community Engagement Services (FACCES)P... more

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FAQ about Administrative Database Assistant

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Administrative Database Assistant?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Administrative Database Assistant roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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