What are the main factors that influence an Assistant Executive Director/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 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.

How does experience change An Assistant Executive Director/Administrator's salary?

An Assistant Executive Director/Administrator's salary grows with experience: an Executive Assistant I (0-2 years)earns $63,408, an Assistant Executive Director/Administrator (2-4 years)earns $73,567, an Executive Assistant III (4-7 years)earns $88,519, an Executive Assistant IV (7+ years)earns $100,054, an Executive Assistant V (7-10 years)earns $119,988,

What are the highest paying states for an Assistant Executive Director/Administrator?

Assistant Executive Director/Administrator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Assistant Executive Director/Administrator roles are District of Columbia $82,471, California $82,158, Massachusetts $81,063. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Assistant Executive Director/Administrator roles make?

Salaries for Assistant Executive Director/Administrator level roles vary by specialization: Executive Assistant V: $118,377; Executive Assistant Manager: $110,621; Executive Assistant IV: $98,710; Executive Assistant: $88,727; Executive Assistant III: $87,330.

Assistant Executive Director/Administrator Salary in Delaware

How much does an Assistant Executive Director/Administrator make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant Executive Director/Administrator in Delaware is $75,432 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): $92,533
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $66,876 to $84,383
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $59,086

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Assistant Executive Director/Administrator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$84,383	$7,032	$1,623	$41
Average	$75,432	$6,286	$1,451	$36
25th Percentile	$66,876	$5,573	$1,286	$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): $63,408
Early Career (1-2 years): $73,567
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $88,519
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $100,054
Expert (over 8 years): $119,988

Levels	Salary
Executive... Level Assistant Executive Director/Administrator	$63,408
Assistant... Level Assistant Executive Director/Administrator	$73,567
Executive... Level Assistant Executive Director/Administrator	$88,519
Executive... Level Assistant Executive Director/Administrator	$100,054
Executive... Level Assistant Executive Director/Administrator	$119,988

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How Do Assistant Executive Director/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 Assistant Executive Director/Administrators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $82,471.
California: $82,158.
Massachusetts: $81,063.

District of Columbia $82,471 California $82,158 Massachusetts $81,063 Washington $80,765 New Jersey $80,735 Alaska $80,631 Connecticut $79,603 New York $79,186

Hawaii $77,853 Rhode Island $77,227 Maryland $76,802 Minnesota $76,221 Colorado $75,998 Illinois $75,923 Oregon $75,640 Delaware $75,432

New Hampshire $75,301 Virginia $75,007 Pennsylvania $74,151 Nevada $73,719 North Dakota $73,577 Michigan $73,354 Wisconsin $73,272 Vermont $73,108

Texas $72,653 Maine $72,624 Arizona $72,579 Ohio $72,527 Georgia $71,842 Indiana $71,499 Wyoming $71,432 Utah $71,328

Iowa $71,283 Kansas $70,925 Louisiana $70,821 North Carolina $70,784 Missouri $70,769 Florida $70,478 Montana $70,322 Nebraska $70,173

Kentucky $70,091 South Carolina $69,793 Tennessee $69,607 Idaho $69,532 New Mexico $68,989 Oklahoma $68,870 Alabama $68,430 South Dakota $67,693

Arkansas $67,290 West Virginia $67,074 Mississippi $66,426

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:

Lincoln: $75,092
Little Creek: $75,642
Magnolia: $75,533

Lincoln, DE $75,092 Little Creek, DE $75,642 Magnolia, DE $75,533 Milford, DE $75,283 Marydel, DE $75,406 Millsboro, DE $74,777 Millville, DE $74,892 Milton, DE $75,022

Nassau, DE $75,076 Ocean View, DE $74,880 Rehoboth Beach, DE $75,024 Seaford, DE $75,066 Selbyville, DE $74,755 Smyrna, DE $75,694 Viola, DE $75,345 Woodside, DE $75,548

Bear, DE $75,374 Newark, DE $75,345 Claymont, DE $75,500 Delaware City, DE $75,421 Hockessin, DE $75,339 Kirkwood, DE $75,406 Middletown, DE $75,435 Montchanin, DE $75,356

New Castle, DE $75,367 Odessa, DE $75,473 Port Penn, DE $75,523 Rockland, DE $75,363 Saint Georges, DE $75,412 Townsend, DE $75,528 Winterthur, DE $75,372 Lewes, DE $75,051

Wilmington, DE $75,342 Dover, DE $75,642 Dover Afb, DE $75,243 Bethany Beach, DE $74,801 Bethel, DE $74,878 Bridgeville, DE $75,055 Camden Wyoming, DE $75,429 Cheswold, DE $75,617

Clayton, DE $75,619 Dagsboro, DE $74,749 Delmar, DE $74,629 Ellendale, DE $74,855 Felton, DE $75,277 Fenwick Island, DE $74,765 Frankford, DE $74,635 Frederica, DE $75,351

Georgetown, DE $74,720 Greenwood, DE $75,067 Harbeson, DE $74,800 Harrington, DE $75,181 Hartly, DE $75,415 Houston, DE $75,074 Kenton, DE $75,623 Laurel, DE $74,676

Yorklyn, DE $75,361

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	$81,466	$39.0	8%
Pharmaceuticals	$81,466	$39.0	8%
Financial Services	$80,712	$39.0	7%
Insurance	$79,958	$38.0	6%
Biotechnology	$79,203	$38.0	5%

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.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

$66,876

Average $75,432/year

$84,383

$5,573

Average $6,286/month

$7,032

$1,286

Average $1,451/week

$1,623

$32

Average $36/hour

$41

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$84,383	$7,032	$1,623	$41
Average	$75,432	$6,286	$1,451	$36
25th Percentile	$66,876	$5,573	$1,286	$32

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