Assistant States Attorney Salary in the United States

How much does an Assistant States Attorney make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant States Attorney in the United States is $97,945 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $47.

However, an Assistant States Attorney's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $119,441
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $89,155 to $109,197
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $81,151
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Assistant States Attorney Salaries by Percentile

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Monthly
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Weekly
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Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $109,197 $9,100 $2,100 $52
Average $97,945 $8,162 $1,884 $47
25th Percentile $89,155 $7,430 $1,715 $43
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Key Factors That Influence Assistant States Attorney Salaries

An Assistant States Attorney'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Assistant States Attorney Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Assistant States Attorney'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): $70,584
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $82,870
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $95,601
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $119,613
  • Expert (over 8 years): $153,339
Levels Salary
Paralegal... Level Assistant States Attorney$70,584
Paralegal... Level Assistant States Attorney$82,870
Assistant... Level Assistant States Attorney$95,601
Paralegal... Level Assistant States Attorney$119,613
Paralegal... Level Assistant States Attorney$153,339
$70,584 0 yr
$82,870 < 2 yrs
$95,601 2-4 yrs
$119,613 5-8 yrs
$153,339 > 8 yrs
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How Do Assistant States Attorney 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 States Attorneys. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $108,445.
  • California: $108,033.
  • Massachusetts: $106,594.

Top Paying Cities for Assistant States Attorneys

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: $123,538
  • San Francisco: $122,185
  • Oakland: $119,610

What Skills Can Increase an Assistant States Attorney's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Attention to Detail (Mentioned in 3.44% Job Postings): Executing and completing a task with a high level of accuracy.
  • Administrative Support (Mentioned in 2.09% Job Postings): Administrative support means technical assistance, studies, surveys, or securing volunteers to assist the department in fulfilling its administrative responsibilities.
  • Due Diligence (Mentioned in 1.22% Job Postings): Due diligence is the investigation or exercise of care that a reasonable business or person is expected to take before entering into an agreement or contract with another party, or an act with a certain standard of care. It can be a legal obligation, but the term will more commonly apply to voluntary investigations. A common example of due diligence in various industries is the process through which a potential acquirer evaluates a target company or its assets for an acquisition. The theory behind due diligence holds that performing this type of investigation contributes significantly to informed decision making by enhancing the amount and quality of information available to decision makers and by ensuring that this information is systematically used to deliberate in a reflexive manner on the decision at hand and all its costs, benefits, and risks.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Attention to Detail 3.44%
Administrative Support 2.09%
Due Diligence 1.22%
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 States Attorney's salary.
  • Intellectual Property: Can increase your salary by up to 9%.
  • Consulting: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
  • Project Management: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Intellectual Property
$106,760
9%
Consulting
$103,822
6%
Project Management
$102,842
5%
Flexibility
$101,863
4%
Initiative
$101,863
4%
Collaboration
$101,863
4%
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Assistant States Attorney Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Assistant States Attorney roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 71% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Assistant States Attorney positions in Transportation or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Assistant States Attorney as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Assistant States Attorney

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals$127,328$61.030%
Energy & Utilities$117,534$57.020%
Software & Networking$117,534$57.020%
Financial Services$112,637$54.015%
Internet$110,678$53.013%

How Education impacts an Assistant States Attorney's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Assistant States Attorneys enter the field with a Associate's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Assistant States Attorney with a Associate's Degree is between $88,635 and $93,757).

Assistant States Attorney Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Assistant States Attorney
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.3%
High School 14.2%
Associates 18.6%
Bachelors 53.0%
Masters 7.8%
Doctorate 6.0%
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Assistant States Attorney Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Assistant States Attorney'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 July 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Assistant States Attorney

Salaries for an Assistant States Attorney can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $96,666 in 2023 to around $95,716 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Assistant States Attorney salary trends, .

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