Receptionist Admin Salary in the United States

How much does a Receptionist Admin make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Receptionist Admin in the United States is $41,134 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $20.

However, a Receptionist Admin's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $48,426
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $37,680 to $44,951
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $34,535
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Receptionist Admin Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $44,951 $3,746 $864 $22
Average $41,134 $3,428 $791 $20
25th Percentile $37,680 $3,140 $725 $18
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Key Factors That Influence Receptionist Admin Salaries

A Receptionist Admin'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 Receptionist Admin 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 Receptionist Admins. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $45,544.
  • California: $45,371.
  • Massachusetts: $44,767.

Top Paying Cities for Receptionist Admins

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: $51,883
  • San Francisco: $51,315
  • Oakland: $50,233

What Skills Can Increase a Receptionist Admin's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 25.18% 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.
  • Data Entry (Mentioned in 2.27% Job Postings): Transcribing information into an electronic medium such as a computer or other electronic device.
  • Patient Care (Mentioned in 1.32% Job Postings): Patient care refers to the prevention, treatment, and management of illness and the preservation of physical and mental well-being through services offered by health professionals.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 25.18%
Data Entry 2.27%
Patient Care 1.32%
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 Receptionist Admin's salary.
  • Point of Sale: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
  • Patient Care: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
  • Coordination: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Point of Sale
$43,191
5%
Patient Care
$42,780
4%
Coordination
$42,780
4%
Leadership
$42,368
3%
Commitment
$42,368
3%
Office Management
$42,368
3%
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Receptionist Admin Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Receptionist Admin roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Receptionist Admin positions in Retail & Wholesale or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Receptionist Admin as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Receptionist Admin

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology$51,418$25.025%
Pharmaceuticals$49,361$24.020%
Software & Networking$49,361$24.020%
Financial Services$47,305$23.015%
Insurance$47,305$23.015%

How Education impacts a Receptionist Admin's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Receptionist Admins enter the field with a No Diploma 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 Receptionist Admin with a No Diploma is between $38,497 and $40,896).

Receptionist Admin Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Receptionist Admin
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.6%
High School 52.4%
Associates 19.1%
Bachelors 25.4%
Masters 1.5%
Doctorate 0.1%
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Receptionist Admin Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Receptionist Admin'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 Receptionist Admin

Salaries for a Receptionist Admin can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $37,706 in 2023 to around $37,364 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Receptionist Admin salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Receptionist Admin Over Time

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2023
$37,706
2024
$37,499
2025
$37,364
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2024 $37,499
2025 $37,364
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