What are the main factors that influence an Education Assistant's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Education Assistant?

The Government industry offers the highest average compensation for Education Assistant roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change An Education Assistant's salary?

An Education Assistant's salary grows with experience: an Instructor - Education (0-0 years)earns $64,677, an Education Assistant (0-0 years)earns $71,440, an Assoc. Professor - Education (0-0 years)earns $80,269, a Professor - Education (0-0 years)earns $104,476,

What are the highest paying states for an Education Assistant?

Education Assistant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Education Assistant roles are District of Columbia $78,884, California $78,585, Massachusetts $77,537. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Education Assistant roles make?

Salaries for Education Assistant level roles vary by specialization: Assistant Director Of Education: $86,980; Special Education Assistant: $72,502; Assistant Professor of Education: $68,149; Education Program Assistant: $57,319; Assistant Education Coordinator: $55,049.

Education Assistant Salary in Delaware

How much does an Education Assistant make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Education Assistant in Delaware is $72,151 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $35.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $90,623
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $61,787 to $81,820
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $52,352

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Education Assistant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$81,820	$6,818	$1,573	$39
Average	$72,151	$6,013	$1,388	$35
25th Percentile	$61,787	$5,149	$1,188	$30

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Key Factors That Influence Education Assistant Salaries

An Education 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 Do Education 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 Education Assistants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $78,884.
California: $78,585.
Massachusetts: $77,537.

District of Columbia $78,884 California $78,585 Massachusetts $77,537 Washington $77,252 New Jersey $77,224 Alaska $77,124 Connecticut $76,141 New York $75,742

Hawaii $74,467 Rhode Island $73,868 Maryland $73,462 Minnesota $72,906 Colorado $72,693 Illinois $72,621 Oregon $72,351 Delaware $72,151

New Hampshire $72,026 Virginia $71,745 Pennsylvania $70,926 Nevada $70,512 North Dakota $70,377 Michigan $70,163 Wisconsin $70,085 Vermont $69,928

Texas $69,494 Maine $69,465 Arizona $69,422 Ohio $69,373 Georgia $68,717 Indiana $68,389 Wyoming $68,325 Utah $68,225

Iowa $68,183 Kansas $67,841 Louisiana $67,741 North Carolina $67,705 Missouri $67,691 Florida $67,413 Montana $67,264 Nebraska $67,121

Kentucky $67,043 South Carolina $66,758 Tennessee $66,580 Idaho $66,508 New Mexico $65,988 Oklahoma $65,874 Alabama $65,454 South Dakota $64,749

Arkansas $64,364 West Virginia $64,157 Mississippi $63,537

Top Paying Cities for Education 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: $71,826
Little Creek: $72,352
Magnolia: $72,248

Lincoln, DE $71,826 Little Creek, DE $72,352 Magnolia, DE $72,248 Milford, DE $72,009 Marydel, DE $72,127 Millsboro, DE $71,525 Millville, DE $71,635 Milton, DE $71,759

Nassau, DE $71,811 Ocean View, DE $71,623 Rehoboth Beach, DE $71,761 Seaford, DE $71,801 Selbyville, DE $71,504 Smyrna, DE $72,402 Viola, DE $72,068 Woodside, DE $72,262

Bear, DE $72,096 Newark, DE $72,068 Claymont, DE $72,216 Delaware City, DE $72,140 Hockessin, DE $72,062 Kirkwood, DE $72,127 Middletown, DE $72,155 Montchanin, DE $72,078

New Castle, DE $72,089 Odessa, DE $72,190 Port Penn, DE $72,239 Rockland, DE $72,086 Saint Georges, DE $72,132 Townsend, DE $72,243 Winterthur, DE $72,094 Lewes, DE $71,787

Wilmington, DE $72,066 Dover, DE $72,352 Dover Afb, DE $71,971 Bethany Beach, DE $71,548 Bethel, DE $71,622 Bridgeville, DE $71,791 Camden Wyoming, DE $72,148 Cheswold, DE $72,329

Clayton, DE $72,331 Dagsboro, DE $71,498 Delmar, DE $71,383 Ellendale, DE $71,600 Felton, DE $72,003 Fenwick Island, DE $71,513 Frankford, DE $71,389 Frederica, DE $72,074

Georgetown, DE $71,471 Greenwood, DE $71,802 Harbeson, DE $71,547 Harrington, DE $71,912 Hartly, DE $72,135 Houston, DE $71,809 Kenton, DE $72,334 Laurel, DE $71,428

Yorklyn, DE $72,083

Education Assistant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Education Assistant roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Government, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, Education Assistant positions in Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Education Assistant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Education Assistant

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Government	$79,366	$38.0	10%

Education Assistant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Education 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 August 01, 2026

$61,787

Average $72,151/year

$81,820

$5,149

Average $6,013/month

$6,818

$1,188

Average $1,388/week

$1,573

$30

Average $35/hour

$39

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$81,820	$6,818	$1,573	$39
Average	$72,151	$6,013	$1,388	$35
25th Percentile	$61,787	$5,149	$1,188	$30

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