Human Services Assistant III Salary in the United States

How much does a Human Services Assistant III make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Human Services Assistant III in the United States is $38,215 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $18.

However, a Human Services Assistant III's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $46,181
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $34,842 to $42,384
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $31,772
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Human Services Assistant III Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $42,384 $3,532 $815 $20
Average $38,215 $3,185 $735 $18
25th Percentile $34,842 $2,904 $670 $17
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Key Factors That Influence Human Services Assistant III Salaries

A Human Services Assistant III'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 Human Services Assistant III Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Human Services Assistant III'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): $37,305
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $38,031
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $39,748
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $39,932
  • Expert (over 8 years): $40,054
Levels Salary
Entry Level Human Services Assistant III$37,305
Intermediate Level Human Services Assistant III$38,031
Senior Level Human Services Assistant III$39,748
Specialist Level Human Services Assistant III$39,932
Expert Level Human Services Assistant III$40,054
$37,305 0 yr
$38,031 < 2 yrs
$39,748 2-4 yrs
$39,932 5-8 yrs
$40,054 > 8 yrs
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How Do Human Services Assistant III 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 Human Services Assistant IIIs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $42,311.
  • California: $42,151.
  • Massachusetts: $41,589.

Top Paying Cities for Human Services Assistant IIIs

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: $48,200
  • San Francisco: $47,672
  • Oakland: $46,668

What Skills Can Increase a Human Services Assistant III's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Planning (Mentioned in 5.5% Job Postings): An act or process of making or carrying out plans. Establishment of goals, policies, and procedures for a social or economic unit city planning business planning.
  • Social Work (Mentioned in 3.29% Job Postings): Social work is an academic discipline and profession that concerns itself with individuals, families, groups and communities in an effort to enhance social functioning and overall well-being. Social functioning is the way in which people perform their social roles, and the structural institutions that are provided[by whom?] to sustain them. Social work applies social sciences, such as sociology, psychology, political science, public health, community development, law, and economics, to engage with client systems, conduct assessments, and develop interventions to solve social and personal problems; and to bring about social change. Social work practice is often divided[by whom?] into micro-work, which involves working directly with individuals or small groups; and macro-work, which involves working with communities, and - within social policy - fostering change on a larger scale.
  • Laundry (Mentioned in 2.66% Job Postings): Laundry refers to the washing of clothing and other textiles. Laundry processes are often done in a room reserved for that purpose; in an individual home this is referred to as a laundry room, Laundry in Australian English or utility room. An apartment building or student hall of residence may have a shared laundry facility such as a tvättstuga. A stand-alone business is referred to as a self-service laundry (launderette in British English or laundromat in American English). The material that is being washed, or has been laundered, is also generally referred to as laundry. Laundry has been part of history since humans began to wear clothes, so the methods by which different cultures have dealt with this universal human need are of interest to several branches of scholarship. Laundry work has traditionally been highly gendered, with the responsibility in most cultures falling to women (known as laundresses or washerwomen). The Industrial Revolution gradually led to mechanised solutions to laundry work, notably the washing machine and later the tumble dryer. Laundry, like cooking and child care, is done both at home and by commercial establishments outside the home.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Planning 5.5%
Social Work 3.29%
Laundry 2.66%
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 a Human Services Assistant III's salary.
  • Commitment: Can increase your salary by up to 19%.
  • Presentation: Can increase your salary by up to 19%.
  • Microsoft Office: Can increase your salary by up to 16%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Commitment
$45,475
19%
Presentation
$45,475
19%
Microsoft Office
$44,329
16%
Psychiatric
$43,565
14%
Programming
$42,800
12%
Collaboration
$42,800
12%
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Human Services Assistant III Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Human Services Assistant III roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Human Services Assistant positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Human Services Assistant III as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Human Services Assistant III

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare$45,857$22.020%

How Education impacts a Human Services Assistant III's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Human Services Assistant IIIs 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 a Human Services Assistant III with a Associate's Degree is between $30,440 and $33,434).

Human Services Assistant III Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Human Services Assistant III
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.8%
High School 14.4%
Associates 19.2%
Bachelors 51.2%
Masters 14.4%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Human Services Assistant III Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Human Services Assistant III'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 Human Services Assistant III

Salaries for a Human Services Assistant III can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $43,763 in 2023 to around $43,271 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Human Services Assistant III salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Human Services Assistant III Over Time

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2023
$43,763
2024
$43,676
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$43,271
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2024 $43,676
2025 $43,271
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FAQ about Human Services Assistant III

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Human Services Assistant III?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Human Services Assistant III roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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