What are the main factors that influence an Assistant State Attorney'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 Assistant State Attorney?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Assistant State Attorney roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change An Assistant State Attorney's salary?

An Assistant State Attorney's salary grows with experience: a Paralegal I (0-2 years)earns $69,198, a Paralegal II (2-4 years)earns $81,243, a Assistant State Attorney (4-7 years)earns $93,724, a Paralegal IV (7+ years)earns $117,265, a Paralegal V (7-10 years)earns $150,329,

What are the highest paying states for an Assistant State Attorney?

Assistant State Attorney salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Assistant State Attorney roles are District of Columbia $101,765, California $101,379, Massachusetts $100,028. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Assistant State Attorney roles make?

Salaries for Assistant State Attorney level roles vary by specialization: Assistant State's Attorney: $190,176; State Attorney: $116,302; Assistant Prosecuting Attorney: $98,943; Assistant Attorney: $94,563; Assistant State Auditor: $80,179.

Assistant State Attorney Salary in Delaware

How much does an Assistant State Attorney make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant State Attorney in Delaware is $93,079 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $45.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $111,287
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $83,793 to $102,610
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $75,339

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Assistant State Attorney Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$102,610	$8,551	$1,973	$49
Average	$93,079	$7,757	$1,790	$45
25th Percentile	$83,793	$6,983	$1,611	$40

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Key Factors That Influence Assistant State Attorney Salaries

An Assistant State Attorney'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 Experience Level Affects Assistant State Attorney Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Assistant State Attorney'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): $69,198
Early Career (1-2 years): $81,243
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $93,724
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $117,265
Expert (over 8 years): $150,329

Levels	Salary
Paralegal... Level Assistant State Attorney	$69,198
Paralegal... Level Assistant State Attorney	$81,243
Assistant... Level Assistant State Attorney	$93,724
Paralegal... Level Assistant State Attorney	$117,265
Paralegal... Level Assistant State Attorney	$150,329

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How Do Assistant State Attorney 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 Assistant State Attorneys. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $101,765.
California: $101,379.
Massachusetts: $100,028.

District of Columbia $101,765 California $101,379 Massachusetts $100,028 Washington $99,660 New Jersey $99,623 Alaska $99,495 Connecticut $98,226 New York $97,711

Hawaii $96,066 Rhode Island $95,294 Maryland $94,770 Minnesota $94,053 Colorado $93,778 Illinois $93,686 Oregon $93,336 Delaware $93,079

New Hampshire $92,917 Virginia $92,555 Pennsylvania $91,498 Nevada $90,965 North Dakota $90,790 Michigan $90,515 Wisconsin $90,414 Vermont $90,211

Texas $89,651 Maine $89,614 Arizona $89,559 Ohio $89,495 Georgia $88,649 Indiana $88,226 Wyoming $88,143 Utah $88,015

Iowa $87,960 Kansas $87,518 Louisiana $87,390 North Carolina $87,344 Missouri $87,325 Florida $86,967 Montana $86,774 Nebraska $86,590

Kentucky $86,489 South Carolina $86,121 Tennessee $85,892 Idaho $85,800 New Mexico $85,129 Oklahoma $84,982 Alabama $84,439 South Dakota $83,529

Arkansas $83,033 West Virginia $82,767 Mississippi $81,967

Top Paying Cities for Assistant State Attorneys

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: $92,660
Little Creek: $93,338
Magnolia: $93,204

Lincoln, DE $92,660 Little Creek, DE $93,338 Magnolia, DE $93,204 Milford, DE $92,895 Marydel, DE $93,048 Millsboro, DE $92,271 Millville, DE $92,414 Milton, DE $92,574

Nassau, DE $92,641 Ocean View, DE $92,398 Rehoboth Beach, DE $92,575 Seaford, DE $92,628 Selbyville, DE $92,245 Smyrna, DE $93,403 Viola, DE $92,972 Woodside, DE $93,222

Bear, DE $93,007 Newark, DE $92,972 Claymont, DE $93,163 Delaware City, DE $93,065 Hockessin, DE $92,964 Kirkwood, DE $93,048 Middletown, DE $93,084 Montchanin, DE $92,985

New Castle, DE $92,999 Odessa, DE $93,130 Port Penn, DE $93,192 Rockland, DE $92,995 Saint Georges, DE $93,054 Townsend, DE $93,198 Winterthur, DE $93,006 Lewes, DE $92,609

Wilmington, DE $92,969 Dover, DE $93,338 Dover Afb, DE $92,847 Bethany Beach, DE $92,301 Bethel, DE $92,396 Bridgeville, DE $92,614 Camden Wyoming, DE $93,075 Cheswold, DE $93,308

Clayton, DE $93,311 Dagsboro, DE $92,236 Delmar, DE $92,088 Ellendale, DE $92,368 Felton, DE $92,888 Fenwick Island, DE $92,256 Frankford, DE $92,096 Frederica, DE $92,980

Georgetown, DE $92,201 Greenwood, DE $92,629 Harbeson, DE $92,300 Harrington, DE $92,770 Hartly, DE $93,059 Houston, DE $92,638 Kenton, DE $93,315 Laurel, DE $92,146

Yorklyn, DE $92,992

Assistant State Attorney Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Assistant State Attorney roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 71% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Assistant State Attorney positions in Transportation or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Assistant State Attorney as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Assistant State Attorney

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$121,003	$58.0	30%
Energy & Utilities	$111,695	$54.0	20%
Software & Networking	$111,695	$54.0	20%
Financial Services	$107,041	$51.0	15%
Internet	$105,179	$51.0	13%

Assistant State Attorney Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Assistant State Attorney'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

$83,793

Average $93,079/year

$102,610

$6,983

Average $7,757/month

$8,551

$1,611

Average $1,790/week

$1,973

$40

Average $45/hour

$49

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$102,610	$8,551	$1,973	$49
Average	$93,079	$7,757	$1,790	$45
25th Percentile	$83,793	$6,983	$1,611	$40

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