Assistant Executive Director/Administrator Salary in Texas

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

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant Executive Director/Administrator in Texas is $72,653 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $35.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $89,125
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $64,413 to $81,275
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $56,910
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Assistant Executive Director/Administrator Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $81,275 $6,773 $1,563 $39
Average $72,653 $6,054 $1,397 $35
25th Percentile $64,413 $5,368 $1,239 $31
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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): $61,073
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $70,857
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $85,258
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $96,368
  • Expert (over 8 years): $115,569
Levels Salary
Executive... Level Assistant Executive Director/Administrator$61,073
Assistant... Level Assistant Executive Director/Administrator$70,857
Executive... Level Assistant Executive Director/Administrator$85,258
Executive... Level Assistant Executive Director/Administrator$96,368
Executive... Level Assistant Executive Director/Administrator$115,569
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$85,258 2-4 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:

  • Waka: $66,210
  • Hillsboro: $68,198
  • Austin: $73,748

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$78,466$38.08%
Pharmaceuticals$78,466$38.08%
Financial Services$77,739$37.07%
Insurance$77,013$37.06%
Biotechnology$76,286$37.05%

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.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

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