Administrative Assistant Benefits Salary in the United States

How much does an Administrative Assistant Benefits make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Administrative Assistant Benefits in the United States is $59,833 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $73,377
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $52,563 to $66,923
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $45,944
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Administrative Assistant Benefits Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $66,923 $5,577 $1,287 $32
Average $59,833 $4,986 $1,151 $29
25th Percentile $52,563 $4,380 $1,011 $25
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Key Factors That Influence Administrative Assistant Benefits Salaries

An Administrative Assistant Benefits'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 Do Administrative Assistant Benefits 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 Administrative Assistant Benefits. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $66,247.
  • California: $65,995.
  • Massachusetts: $65,116.

Top Paying Cities for Administrative Assistant Benefits

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: $75,467
  • San Francisco: $74,641
  • Oakland: $73,068

What Skills Can Increase an Administrative Assistant Benefits's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 10.01% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Workday (Mentioned in 3.03% Job Postings): A cloud-based human resource management software system that unifies a wide range of HR functionality into a single system.
  • Onboarding (Mentioned in 1.79% Job Postings): Onboarding, also known as organizational socialization, is management jargon first created in the 1970's that refers to the mechanism through which new employees acquire the necessary knowledge, skills, and behaviors in order to become effective organizational members and insiders. It is the process of integrating a new employee into the organization and its culture. Tactics used in this process include formal meetings, lectures, videos, printed materials, or computer-based orientations to introduce newcomers to their new jobs and organizations. Research has demonstrated that these socialization techniques lead to positive outcomes for new employees such as higher job satisfaction, better job performance, greater organizational commitment, and reduction in occupational stress and intent to quit.. These outcomes are particularly important to an organization looking to retain a competitive advantage in an increasingly mobile and globalized workforce. In the United States, for example, up to 25% of workers are organizational newcomers engaged in an onboarding process. The term induction is used instead in regions such as Australia, New Zealand, Canada, and parts of Europe. This is known in some parts of the world as training.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 10.01%
Workday 3.03%
Onboarding 1.79%
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 Administrative Assistant Benefits's salary.
  • Flexibility: Can increase your salary by up to 30%.
  • Leadership: Can increase your salary by up to 13%.
  • Case Management: Can increase your salary by up to 9%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Flexibility
$77,783
30%
Leadership
$67,611
13%
Case Management
$65,218
9%
Consulting
$64,021
7%
Analysis
$63,423
6%
Work Ethic
$63,423
6%
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Administrative Assistant Benefits Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Administrative Assistant Benefits roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 115% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Administrative Assistant Benefits positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Administrative Assistant Benefits as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Administrative Assistant Benefits

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking$77,783$37.030%
Pharmaceuticals$74,791$36.025%
Financial Services$71,799$35.020%
Internet$70,603$34.018%
Energy & Utilities$68,808$33.015%

How Education impacts an Administrative Assistant Benefits's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Administrative Assistant Benefits enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate 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 Administrative Assistant Benefits with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $55,365 and $58,813).

Administrative Assistant Benefits Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Administrative Assistant Benefits
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.5%
High School 19.2%
Associates 13.1%
Bachelors 53.8%
Masters 13.0%
Doctorate 0.4%
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Administrative Assistant Benefits Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Administrative Assistant Benefits'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

Salary Trends for Administrative Assistant Benefits

Salaries for an Administrative Assistant Benefits can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $60,026 in 2023 to around $59,945 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Administrative Assistant Benefits salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Administrative Assistant Benefits Over Time

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2023
$60,026
2024
$60,504
2025
$59,945
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2024 $60,504
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Most common benefits for Administrative Assistant Benefits

Social Security
401(k)
Disability
Healthcare
Pension
Time Off (days)
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  • TP Mechanical Contractors

    Columbus, OH

    TP Mechanical Contractors | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Be advised that the nature of this position may require your presence on the project job site at some point up until the ... more

    2 Days Ago

  • Columbus Oncology & Hematology

    Columbus, OH

    Columbus Oncology & Hematology | Columbus, OH

    Summary:The Administrative Assistant will adhere to strict confidentiality standards during the performance of all duties and responsibilities.This positio... more

    3 Days Ago

  • Educational Solutions Company

    Columbus, OH

    Educational Solutions Company | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Description. About the Organization. Educational Solutions is a mission-driven organization dedicated to making a. “World... more

    3 Days Ago

  • UPS

    Columbus, OH

    UPS | Columbus, OH

    UPS is hiring individuals to work as Administrative Assistants. In this role you will: Manage busy calendar and heavy phones, keep call sheet, schedule mee... more

    3 Days Ago

  • Diversified Treatment Alternative Centers

    Columbus, OH

    Diversified Treatment Alternative Centers | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Full-Time | DTAC of Ohio | On-Site. Location. Columbus, Ohio. Schedule. 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM or 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Compensat... more

    5 Days Ago

  • Ohio History Connection

    Columbus, OH

    Ohio History Connection | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Position: Administrative AssistantStatus: Full time, permanentLocation: Ohio History Center, Columbus, OHCompensation: $2... more

    5 Days Ago

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FAQ about Administrative Assistant Benefits

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Administrative Assistant Benefits?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Administrative Assistant Benefits roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

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