Educational Associate Salary in the United States

How much does an Educational Associate make in the United States?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for an Educational Associate in the United States is $67,841 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $33.

However, an Educational Associate's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $86,069
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $59,354 to $77,382
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $51,627
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Educational Associate Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $77,382 $6,449 $1,488 $37
Average $67,841 $5,653 $1,305 $33
25th Percentile $59,354 $4,946 $1,141 $29
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Key Factors That Influence Educational Associate Salaries

An Educational Associate'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 Educational Associate Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Educational Associate'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): $62,935
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $63,598
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $64,526
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $66,118
  • Expert (over 8 years): $68,768
Levels Salary
Entry Level Educational Associate$62,935
Intermediate Level Educational Associate$63,598
Senior Level Educational Associate$64,526
Specialist Level Educational Associate$66,118
Expert Level Educational Associate$68,768
$62,935 0 yr
$63,598 < 2 yrs
$64,526 2-4 yrs
$66,118 5-8 yrs
$68,768 > 8 yrs
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How Do Educational Associate 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 Educational Associates. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $75,113.
  • California: $74,828.
  • Massachusetts: $73,831.

Top Paying Cities for Educational Associates

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: $85,567
  • San Francisco: $84,726
  • Oakland: $82,847

What Skills Can Increase an Educational Associate's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Commitment (Mentioned in 11.16% Job Postings): An agreement or pledge to do something in the future a commitment to improve conditions at the prison especially : an engagement to assume a financial obligation at a future date.
  • Classroom Management (Mentioned in 2.24% Job Postings): Classroom Management is a term teachers use to describe the process of ensuring that classroom lessons run smoothly without disruptive behavior from students compromising the delivery of instruction.
  • Tutoring (Mentioned in 1.75% Job Postings): A Tutor is responsible for helping students learn and understand new concepts and complete assignments.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Commitment 11.16%
Classroom Management 2.24%
Tutoring 1.75%
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 Educational Associate's salary.
  • Products and Services: Can increase your salary by up to 13%.
  • Analysis: Can increase your salary by up to 11%.
  • Spring: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Products and Services
$76,660
13%
Analysis
$75,303
11%
Spring
$74,625
10%
Presentation
$73,946
9%
Flexibility
$73,268
8%
Scheduling
$73,268
8%
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Educational Associate Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Educational Associate'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 April 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Educational Associate

Salaries for an Educational Associate can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $55,090 in 2023 to around $53,212 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Educational Associate salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Educational Associate Over Time

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2024
$54,386
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2024 $54,386
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