Administrative Team Lead Salary in the United States

How much does an Administrative Team Lead make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Administrative Team Lead in the United States is $129,920 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $62.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $162,507
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $117,703 to $146,977
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $106,580
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Administrative Team Lead Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $146,977 $12,248 $2,826 $71
Average $129,920 $10,827 $2,498 $62
25th Percentile $117,703 $9,809 $2,264 $57
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Key Factors That Influence Administrative Team Lead Salaries

An Administrative Team Lead'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 Administrative Team Lead Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Administrative Team Lead'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): $83,613
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $96,221
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $130,768
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $161,038
  • Expert (over 8 years): $307,622
Levels Salary
Office Ma... Level Administrative Team Lead$83,613
Office Ma... Level Administrative Team Lead$96,221
Administr... Level Administrative Team Lead$130,768
Administr... Level Administrative Team Lead$161,038
Chief Adm... Level Administrative Team Lead$307,622
$83,613 0 yr
$96,221 < 2 yrs
$130,768 2-4 yrs
$161,038 5-8 yrs
$307,622 > 8 yrs
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How Do Administrative Team Lead 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 Team Leads. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $143,847.
  • California: $143,302.
  • Massachusetts: $141,392.

Top Paying Cities for Administrative Team Leads

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: $163,868
  • San Francisco: $162,074
  • Oakland: $158,658

What Skills Can Increase an Administrative Team Lead's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 12.59% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • Patient Care (Mentioned in 1.45% 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.
  • Advertising (Mentioned in 0.97% Job Postings): Advertising is a marketing communication that employs an openly sponsored, non-personal message to promote or sell a product, service or idea.:465 Sponsors of advertising are typically businesses wishing to promote their products or services. Advertising is differentiated from public relations in that an advertiser pays for and has control over the message. It differs from personal selling in that the message is non-personal, i.e., not directed to a particular individual.:661,672 Advertising is communicated through various mass media, including traditional media such as newspapers, magazines, television, radio, outdoor advertising or direct mail; and new media such as search results, blogs, social media, websites or text messages. The actual presentation of the message in a medium is referred to as an advertisement, or "ad" or advert for short. Commercial ads often seek to generate increased consumption of their products or services through "branding", which associates a product name or image with certain qualities in the minds of consumers. On the other hand, ads that intend to elicit an immediate sale are known as direct-response advertising. Non-commercial entities that advertise more than consumer products or services include political parties, interest groups, religious organizations and governmental agencies. Non-profit organizations may use free modes of persuasion, such as a public service announcement. Advertising may also help to reassure employees or shareholders that a company is viable or successful.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Leadership 12.59%
Patient Care 1.45%
Advertising 0.97%
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 Team Lead's salary.
  • CPT Coding: Can increase your salary by up to 25%.
  • KPI: Can increase your salary by up to 23%.
  • Analysis: Can increase your salary by up to 22%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
CPT Coding
$162,400
25%
KPI
$159,802
23%
Analysis
$158,502
22%
Operations Management
$155,904
20%
Decision Making
$150,707
16%
HIPAA Compliance
$148,109
14%
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Administrative Team Lead Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Administrative Team Lead roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 35% above the average. In contrast, Administrative Team Lead positions in Telecom or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Administrative Team Lead as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Administrative Team Lead

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking$175,392$84.035%
Financial Services$168,896$81.030%
Pharmaceuticals$166,298$80.028%
Biotechnology$162,400$78.025%
Internet$155,904$75.020%

How Education impacts an Administrative Team Lead's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Administrative Team Leads 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 an Administrative Team Lead with a Associate's Degree is between $142,299 and $154,128).

Administrative Team Lead Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Administrative Team Lead
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 17.1%
High School 17.1%
Associates 17.1%
Bachelors 44.3%
Masters 21.4%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Administrative Team Lead Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Administrative Team Lead'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 Team Lead

Salaries for an Administrative Team Lead can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $118,165 in 2023 to around $116,481 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Administrative Team Lead salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Administrative Team Lead Over Time

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$117,404
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  • Nesco Resource

    Columbus, OH

    Nesco Resource | Columbus, OH

    Team Lead 2nd Shift. Nesco is currently seeking an experienced Team Lead for a growing vehicle company in the Grove City area. This is a hands-on leadershi... more

    9 Days Ago

  • Mitsubishi HC Capital America Inc

    Columbus, OH

    Mitsubishi HC Capital America Inc | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Team Lead – Inventory Finance Operations. Position Overview. The Team Lead, Inventory Finance Operations is responsible f... more

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  • Woolpert

    Columbus, OH

    Woolpert | Columbus, OH

    We seek to move the world forward through innovative thinking.Woolpert is an award-winning, global leader in architecture, engineering, and geospatial serv... more

    7 Days Ago

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    Columbus, OH

    Rain For Rent | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

    AssetWatch, Inc. | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

    College HUNKS | Columbus, OH

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FAQ about Administrative Team Lead

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Administrative Team Lead?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Administrative Team Lead roles, with salaries approximately 35% above the market median.

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