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Assistant Executive Director/Administrator Salary in the United States

How much does an Assistant Executive Director/Administrator make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant Executive Director/Administrator in the United States is $74,486 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $36.

However, an Assistant Executive Director/Administrator's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $91,373
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $66,037 to $83,325
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $58,345
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Assistant Executive Director/Administrator Salaries by Percentile

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Wage
75th Percentile $83,325 $6,944 $1,602 $40
Average $74,486 $6,207 $1,432 $36
25th Percentile $66,037 $5,503 $1,270 $32
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Key Factors That Influence Assistant Executive Director/Administrator Salaries

An Assistant Executive Director/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 Experience Level Affects Assistant Executive Director/Administrator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Assistant Executive Director/Administrator'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): $62,613
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $72,644
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $87,409
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $98,799
  • Expert (over 8 years): $118,484
Levels Salary
Executive... Level Assistant Executive Director/Administrator$62,613
Assistant... Level Assistant Executive Director/Administrator$72,644
Executive... Level Assistant Executive Director/Administrator$87,409
Executive... Level Assistant Executive Director/Administrator$98,799
Executive... Level Assistant Executive Director/Administrator$118,484
$62,613 0 yr
$72,644 < 2 yrs
$87,409 2-4 yrs
$98,799 5-8 yrs
$118,484 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Assistant Executive Director/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:

  • San Jose: $93,949
  • San Francisco: $92,920
  • Oakland: $90,962

What Skills Can Increase an Assistant Executive Director/Administrator's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Scheduling (Mentioned in 6.86% Job Postings): Scheduling is the process of arranging, controlling and optimizing work and workloads in a production process or manufacturing process.
  • Microsoft Excel (Mentioned in 1.26% Job Postings): Microsoft Excel is a spreadsheet developed by Microsoft for Windows, macOS, Android and iOS. It features calculation or computation capabilities, graphing tools, pivot tables, and a macro programming language called Visual Basic for Applications.
  • Microsoft PowerPoint (Mentioned in 0.92% Job Postings): Microsoft PowerPoint is a powerful presentation software developed by Microsoft. It is a standard component of the company's Microsoft Office suite software, and is bundled together with Word, Excel and other Office productivity tools.
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Scheduling 6.86%
Microsoft Excel 1.26%
Microsoft PowerPoint 0.92%
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 Assistant Executive Director/Administrator's salary.
  • Project Management: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
  • Team Management: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
  • Innovation: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Project Management
 $77,465
4%
Team Management
 $77,465
4%
Innovation
 $77,465
4%
Logistics
 $77,465
4%
Collaboration
 $77,465
4%
Flexibility
 $76,720
3%
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Assistant Executive Director/Administrator Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Assistant Executive Director/Administrator roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Internet and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 8% above the average. In contrast, Assistant Executive Director/Administrator positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Assistant Executive Director/Administrator as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Assistant Executive Director/Administrator

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Internet$80,445$39.08%
Pharmaceuticals$80,445$39.08%
Financial Services$79,700$38.07%
Insurance$78,955$38.06%
Biotechnology$78,210$38.05%

Assistant Executive Director/Administrator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Assistant Executive Director/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.

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$66,037
Average $74,486/year
$83,325
$5,503
Average $6,207/month
$6,944
$1,270
Average $1,432/week
$1,602
$32
Average $36/hour
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Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $83,325 $6,944 $1,602 $40
Average $74,486 $6,207 $1,432 $36
25th Percentile $66,037 $5,503 $1,270 $32

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Salary Trends for Assistant Executive Director/Administrator

Salaries for an Assistant Executive Director/Administrator can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $61,708 in 2023 to around $61,356 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Assistant Executive Director/Administrator salary trends, .

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FAQ about Assistant Executive Director/Administrator

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Assistant Executive Director/Administrator?

The Internet industry offers the highest average compensation for Assistant Executive Director/Administrator roles, with salaries approximately 8% above the market median.

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