What are the main factors that influence an Assistant Project Manager/Executive Assistant's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change An Assistant Project Manager/Executive Assistant's salary?

An Assistant Project Manager/Executive Assistant's salary grows with experience: an Executive Assistant I (0-2 years)earns $63,816, an Executive Assistant II (2-4 years)earns $74,011, an Assistant Project Manager/Executive Assistant (4-7 years)earns $89,023, an Executive Assistant IV (7+ years)earns $100,690, an Executive Assistant V (7-10 years)earns $120,762,

What are the highest paying states for an Assistant Project Manager/Executive Assistant?

Assistant Project Manager/Executive Assistant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Assistant Project Manager/Executive Assistant roles are District of Columbia $99,865, California $99,487, Massachusetts $98,161. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Assistant Project Manager/Executive Assistant roles make?

Salaries for Assistant Project Manager/Executive Assistant level roles vary by specialization: Assistant Project Engineer: $88,658; Senior Project Assistant: $77,897; Assistant Project Manager: $76,596; Assistant Project Accountant: $70,107; Project Support Assistant: $66,872.

Assistant Project Manager/Executive Assistant Salary in Delaware

How much does an Assistant Project Manager/Executive Assistant make in Delaware?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant Project Manager/Executive Assistant in Delaware is $91,342 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $44.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $112,600
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $81,762 to $102,469
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $73,039

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Assistant Project Manager/Executive Assistant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$102,469	$8,539	$1,971	$49
Average	$91,342	$7,612	$1,757	$44
25th Percentile	$81,762	$6,813	$1,572	$39

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Key Factors That Influence Assistant Project Manager/Executive Assistant Salaries

An Assistant Project Manager/Executive 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 and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Assistant Project Manager/Executive Assistant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Assistant Project Manager/Executive 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): $63,816
Early Career (1-2 years): $74,011
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $89,023
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $100,690
Expert (over 8 years): $120,762

Levels	Salary
Executive... Level Assistant Project Manager/Executive Assistant	$63,816
Executive... Level Assistant Project Manager/Executive Assistant	$74,011
Assistant... Level Assistant Project Manager/Executive Assistant	$89,023
Executive... Level Assistant Project Manager/Executive Assistant	$100,690
Executive... Level Assistant Project Manager/Executive Assistant	$120,762

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How Do Assistant Project Manager/Executive 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 Assistant Project Manager/Executive Assistants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $99,865.
California: $99,487.
Massachusetts: $98,161.

District of Columbia $99,865 California $99,487 Massachusetts $98,161 Washington $97,800 New Jersey $97,764 Alaska $97,637 Connecticut $96,393 New York $95,888

Hawaii $94,273 Rhode Island $93,516 Maryland $93,001 Minnesota $92,298 Colorado $92,027 Illinois $91,937 Oregon $91,594 Delaware $91,342

New Hampshire $91,183 Virginia $90,828 Pennsylvania $89,790 Nevada $89,267 North Dakota $89,096 Michigan $88,825 Wisconsin $88,726 Vermont $88,528

Texas $87,977 Maine $87,941 Arizona $87,887 Ohio $87,824 Georgia $86,994 Indiana $86,579 Wyoming $86,498 Utah $86,372

Iowa $86,318 Kansas $85,885 Louisiana $85,759 North Carolina $85,714 Missouri $85,696 Florida $85,344 Montana $85,154 Nebraska $84,974

Kentucky $84,875 South Carolina $84,514 Tennessee $84,288 Idaho $84,198 New Mexico $83,540 Oklahoma $83,395 Alabama $82,863 South Dakota $81,970

Arkansas $81,483 West Virginia $81,222 Mississippi $80,437

Top Paying Cities for Assistant Project Manager/Executive 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:

Lincoln: $94,535
Little Creek: $93,660
Magnolia: $94,048

Lincoln, DE $94,535 Little Creek, DE $93,660 Magnolia, DE $94,048 Milford, DE $94,535 Marydel, DE $93,308 Millsboro, DE $94,535 Millville, DE $95,166 Milton, DE $94,535

Nassau, DE $94,535 Ocean View, DE $95,166 Rehoboth Beach, DE $95,166 Seaford, DE $93,543 Selbyville, DE $95,166 Smyrna, DE $93,200 Viola, DE $94,048 Woodside, DE $93,777

Bear, DE $92,514 Newark, DE $92,550 Claymont, DE $92,623 Delaware City, DE $92,550 Hockessin, DE $92,623 Kirkwood, DE $92,550 Middletown, DE $93,010 Montchanin, DE $92,623

New Castle, DE $92,623 Odessa, DE $93,137 Port Penn, DE $92,298 Rockland, DE $92,623 Saint Georges, DE $92,550 Townsend, DE $93,001 Winterthur, DE $92,623 Lewes, DE $94,535

Wilmington, DE $92,623 Dover, DE $93,615 Dover Afb, DE $93,831 Bethany Beach, DE $95,166 Bethel, DE $93,543 Bridgeville, DE $94,535 Camden Wyoming, DE $93,714 Cheswold, DE $93,398

Clayton, DE $93,164 Dagsboro, DE $95,166 Delmar, DE $93,543 Ellendale, DE $94,535 Felton, DE $94,535 Fenwick Island, DE $95,166 Frankford, DE $95,166 Frederica, DE $94,535

Georgetown, DE $94,535 Greenwood, DE $94,535 Harbeson, DE $94,535 Harrington, DE $94,535 Hartly, DE $93,119 Houston, DE $94,535 Kenton, DE $93,164 Laurel, DE $93,543

Yorklyn, DE $92,623

Assistant Project Manager/Executive Assistant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Assistant Project Manager/Executive 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 March 01, 2026

$81,762

Average $91,342/year

$102,469

$6,813

Average $7,612/month

$8,539

$1,572

Average $1,757/week

$1,971

$39

Average $44/hour

$49

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$102,469	$8,539	$1,971	$49
Average	$91,342	$7,612	$1,757	$44
25th Percentile	$81,762	$6,813	$1,572	$39

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