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 $64,917, an Assistant Executive Director/Administrator (2-4 years)earns $75,318, an Executive Assistant III (4-7 years)earns $90,625, an Executive Assistant IV (7+ years)earns $102,435, an Executive Assistant V (7-10 years)earns $122,844,

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 Rhode Island

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

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant Executive Director/Administrator in Rhode Island is $77,227 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $37.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $94,735
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $68,467 to $86,391
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $60,492

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Assistant Executive Director/Administrator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$86,391	$7,199	$1,661	$42
Average	$77,227	$6,436	$1,485	$37
25th Percentile	$68,467	$5,706	$1,317	$33

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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): $64,917
Early Career (1-2 years): $75,318
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $90,625
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $102,435
Expert (over 8 years): $122,844

Levels	Salary
Executive... Level Assistant Executive Director/Administrator	$64,917
Assistant... Level Assistant Executive Director/Administrator	$75,318
Executive... Level Assistant Executive Director/Administrator	$90,625
Executive... Level Assistant Executive Director/Administrator	$102,435
Executive... Level Assistant Executive Director/Administrator	$122,844

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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:

Adamsville: $78,192
Albion: $77,532
Ashaway: $78,044

Adamsville, RI $78,192 Albion, RI $77,532 Ashaway, RI $78,044 Barrington, RI $77,327 Block Island, RI $77,758 Bradford, RI $77,997 Bristol, RI $77,625 Carolina, RI $77,868

Charlestown, RI $77,897 Chepachet, RI $77,742 Clayville, RI $77,525 Coventry, RI $77,529 West Greenwich, RI $77,742 East Greenwich, RI $77,476 Exeter, RI $77,721 Fiskeville, RI $77,326

Forestdale, RI $77,922 Foster, RI $77,701 Glendale, RI $77,928 Greene, RI $77,803 Greenville, RI $77,356 Harmony, RI $77,456 Harrisville, RI $77,894 Hope, RI $77,374

Hope Valley, RI $77,975 Hopkinton, RI $78,078 Jamestown, RI $77,818 Kenyon, RI $77,859 Little Compton, RI $78,180 Manville, RI $77,634 Mapleville, RI $77,756 Newport, RI $77,896

Middletown, RI $77,930 North Kingstown, RI $77,610 North Scituate, RI $77,456 Oakland, RI $77,841 Pascoag, RI $77,946 Pawtucket, RI $77,212 Central Falls, RI $77,246 Cumberland, RI $77,685

Lincoln, RI $77,324 Portsmouth, RI $77,888 Prudence Island, RI $77,727 Rockville, RI $78,066 Saunderstown, RI $77,771 Shannock, RI $77,863 Slatersville, RI $77,923 Slocum, RI $77,768

Tiverton, RI $78,124 Wakefield, RI $77,837 Kingston, RI $77,807 Narragansett, RI $77,859 Peace Dale, RI $77,827 Warren, RI $77,527 Warwick, RI $77,311 Westerly, RI $78,063

West Kingston, RI $77,832 West Warwick, RI $77,406 Wood River Junction, RI $77,943 Woonsocket, RI $77,926 North Smithfield, RI $77,749 Wyoming, RI $77,863 Providence, RI $77,190 Cranston, RI $77,200

North Providence, RI $77,209 East Providence, RI $77,195 Riverside, RI $77,219 Rumford, RI $77,208 Smithfield, RI $77,365 Johnston, RI $77,235

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	$83,405	$40.0	8%
Pharmaceuticals	$83,405	$40.0	8%
Financial Services	$82,633	$40.0	7%
Insurance	$81,860	$39.0	6%
Biotechnology	$81,088	$39.0	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

$68,467

Average $77,227/year

$86,391

$5,706

Average $6,436/month

$7,199

$1,317

Average $1,485/week

$1,661

$33

Average $37/hour

$42

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$86,391	$7,199	$1,661	$42
Average	$77,227	$6,436	$1,485	$37
25th Percentile	$68,467	$5,706	$1,317	$33

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