What are the main factors that influence an Admin 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 Admin Assistant?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Admin Assistant roles, with salaries approximately 15% above the market median.

How does experience change An Admin Assistant's salary?

An Admin Assistant's salary grows with experience: an Admin Assistant (0-1 years)earns $45,152, an Administrative Assistant II (1-3 years)earns $53,089, an Administrative Assistant III (3-5 years)earns $63,187, an Administrative Assistant IV (5-7 years)earns $74,120,

What are the highest paying states for an Admin Assistant?

Admin Assistant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Admin Assistant roles are District of Columbia $49,011, California $48,825, Massachusetts $48,175. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Admin Assistant roles make?

Salaries for Admin Assistant level roles vary by specialization: Legal Admin Assistant: $68,407; ASSISTANT MANAGER-ADMIN: $63,642; Merchandise Admin Assistant: $54,381; Admin Assistant III: $52,829; Operations Admin Assistant: $51,718.

Admin Assistant Salary in Delaware

How much does an Admin Assistant make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Admin Assistant in Delaware is $44,828 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $22.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $52,542
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $40,166 to $48,866
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $35,921

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Admin Assistant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$48,866	$4,072	$940	$23
Average	$44,828	$3,736	$862	$22
25th Percentile	$40,166	$3,347	$772	$19

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Key Factors That Influence Admin Assistant Salaries

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

District of Columbia: $49,011.
California: $48,825.
Massachusetts: $48,175.

District of Columbia $49,011 California $48,825 Massachusetts $48,175 Washington $47,998 New Jersey $47,980 Alaska $47,918 Connecticut $47,307 New York $47,059

Hawaii $46,267 Rhode Island $45,895 Maryland $45,643 Minnesota $45,297 Colorado $45,164 Illinois $45,120 Oregon $44,952 Delaware $44,828

New Hampshire $44,750 Virginia $44,576 Pennsylvania $44,067 Nevada $43,810 North Dakota $43,726 Michigan $43,593 Wisconsin $43,544 Vermont $43,447

Texas $43,177 Maine $43,159 Arizona $43,133 Ohio $43,102 Georgia $42,694 Indiana $42,491 Wyoming $42,451 Utah $42,389

Iowa $42,362 Kansas $42,150 Louisiana $42,088 North Carolina $42,066 Missouri $42,057 Florida $41,884 Montana $41,791 Nebraska $41,703

Kentucky $41,654 South Carolina $41,477 Tennessee $41,366 Idaho $41,322 New Mexico $40,999 Oklahoma $40,928 Alabama $40,667 South Dakota $40,229

Arkansas $39,990 West Virginia $39,861 Mississippi $39,476

Top Paying Cities for Admin 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: $44,626
Little Creek: $44,953
Magnolia: $44,888

Lincoln, DE $44,626 Little Creek, DE $44,953 Magnolia, DE $44,888 Milford, DE $44,740 Marydel, DE $44,813 Millsboro, DE $44,439 Millville, DE $44,508 Milton, DE $44,585

Nassau, DE $44,617 Ocean View, DE $44,500 Rehoboth Beach, DE $44,585 Seaford, DE $44,611 Selbyville, DE $44,426 Smyrna, DE $44,984 Viola, DE $44,777 Woodside, DE $44,897

Bear, DE $44,794 Newark, DE $44,777 Claymont, DE $44,868 Delaware City, DE $44,821 Hockessin, DE $44,773 Kirkwood, DE $44,813 Middletown, DE $44,830 Montchanin, DE $44,783

New Castle, DE $44,790 Odessa, DE $44,852 Port Penn, DE $44,883 Rockland, DE $44,787 Saint Georges, DE $44,816 Townsend, DE $44,885 Winterthur, DE $44,793 Lewes, DE $44,602

Wilmington, DE $44,775 Dover, DE $44,953 Dover Afb, DE $44,716 Bethany Beach, DE $44,453 Bethel, DE $44,499 Bridgeville, DE $44,604 Camden Wyoming, DE $44,826 Cheswold, DE $44,938

Clayton, DE $44,940 Dagsboro, DE $44,422 Delmar, DE $44,351 Ellendale, DE $44,485 Felton, DE $44,736 Fenwick Island, DE $44,432 Frankford, DE $44,354 Frederica, DE $44,780

Georgetown, DE $44,405 Greenwood, DE $44,611 Harbeson, DE $44,453 Harrington, DE $44,679 Hartly, DE $44,818 Houston, DE $44,616 Kenton, DE $44,942 Laurel, DE $44,379

Yorklyn, DE $44,786

Admin Assistant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Admin Assistant roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Telecom sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 15% above the average. In contrast, Admin Assistant positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Admin Assistant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Admin Assistant

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$51,552	$25.0	15%
Telecom	$51,552	$25.0	15%
Biotechnology	$49,311	$24.0	10%
Energy & Utilities	$49,311	$24.0	10%
Internet	$49,311	$24.0	10%

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

Understanding how an Admin 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 July 01, 2026

$40,166

Average $44,828/year

$48,866

$3,347

Average $3,736/month

$4,072

$772

Average $862/week

$940

$19

Average $22/hour

$23

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$48,866	$4,072	$940	$23
Average	$44,828	$3,736	$862	$22
25th Percentile	$40,166	$3,347	$772	$19

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