What are the main factors that influence a Casting 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 Casting Assistant?

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

How does experience change A Casting Assistant's salary?

A Casting Assistant's salary grows with experience: starting around $37,601 for beginners, reaching about $39,423 at mid-level, and approach $39,814 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Casting Assistant?

Casting Assistant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Casting Assistant roles are District of Columbia $42,429, California $42,268, Massachusetts $41,705. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Casting Assistant roles make?

Salaries for Casting Assistant level roles vary by specialization: Casting Technician: $96,036; Casting Agent: $79,327; Casting Producer: $79,291; Casting Engineer: $75,956; Casting Director: $71,385.

Casting Assistant Salary in Delaware

How much does a Casting Assistant make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Casting Assistant in Delaware is $38,808 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $19.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $41,892
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $33,697 to $40,422
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $29,044

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Casting Assistant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$40,422	$3,368	$777	$19
Average	$38,808	$3,234	$746	$19
25th Percentile	$33,697	$2,808	$648	$16

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Key Factors That Influence Casting Assistant Salaries

A Casting 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 Experience Level Affects Casting Assistant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Casting Assistant'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): $37,601
Early Career (1-2 years): $38,666
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $39,423
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $39,705
Expert (over 8 years): $39,814

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Casting Assistant	$37,601
Intermediate Level Casting Assistant	$38,666
Senior Level Casting Assistant	$39,423
Specialist Level Casting Assistant	$39,705
Expert Level Casting Assistant	$39,814

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How Do Casting 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 Casting Assistants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $42,429.
California: $42,268.
Massachusetts: $41,705.

District of Columbia $42,429 California $42,268 Massachusetts $41,705 Washington $41,551 New Jersey $41,536 Alaska $41,482 Connecticut $40,954 New York $40,739

Hawaii $40,053 Rhode Island $39,731 Maryland $39,513 Minnesota $39,214 Colorado $39,099 Illinois $39,061 Oregon $38,915 Delaware $38,808

New Hampshire $38,740 Virginia $38,589 Pennsylvania $38,149 Nevada $37,926 North Dakota $37,853 Michigan $37,739 Wisconsin $37,696 Vermont $37,612

Texas $37,378 Maine $37,363 Arizona $37,340 Ohio $37,313 Georgia $36,961 Indiana $36,784 Wyoming $36,750 Utah $36,696

Iowa $36,673 Kansas $36,489 Louisiana $36,436 North Carolina $36,416 Missouri $36,409 Florida $36,259 Montana $36,179 Nebraska $36,102

Kentucky $36,060 South Carolina $35,907 Tennessee $35,811 Idaho $35,773 New Mexico $35,493 Oklahoma $35,432 Alabama $35,206 South Dakota $34,826

Arkansas $34,619 West Virginia $34,508 Mississippi $34,175

Top Paying Cities for Casting 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: $38,633
Little Creek: $38,916
Magnolia: $38,860

Lincoln, DE $38,633 Little Creek, DE $38,916 Magnolia, DE $38,860 Milford, DE $38,731 Marydel, DE $38,795 Millsboro, DE $38,471 Millville, DE $38,530 Milton, DE $38,597

Nassau, DE $38,625 Ocean View, DE $38,524 Rehoboth Beach, DE $38,598 Seaford, DE $38,620 Selbyville, DE $38,460 Smyrna, DE $38,943 Viola, DE $38,763 Woodside, DE $38,867

Bear, DE $38,778 Newark, DE $38,763 Claymont, DE $38,843 Delaware City, DE $38,802 Hockessin, DE $38,760 Kirkwood, DE $38,795 Middletown, DE $38,810 Montchanin, DE $38,769

New Castle, DE $38,774 Odessa, DE $38,829 Port Penn, DE $38,855 Rockland, DE $38,772 Saint Georges, DE $38,797 Townsend, DE $38,857 Winterthur, DE $38,777 Lewes, DE $38,612

Wilmington, DE $38,762 Dover, DE $38,916 Dover Afb, DE $38,711 Bethany Beach, DE $38,483 Bethel, DE $38,523 Bridgeville, DE $38,614 Camden Wyoming, DE $38,806 Cheswold, DE $38,903

Clayton, DE $38,904 Dagsboro, DE $38,456 Delmar, DE $38,395 Ellendale, DE $38,511 Felton, DE $38,728 Fenwick Island, DE $38,465 Frankford, DE $38,398 Frederica, DE $38,766

Georgetown, DE $38,442 Greenwood, DE $38,620 Harbeson, DE $38,483 Harrington, DE $38,679 Hartly, DE $38,799 Houston, DE $38,624 Kenton, DE $38,906 Laurel, DE $38,419

Yorklyn, DE $38,771

Casting Assistant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Casting Assistant 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, Casting Assistant positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Casting Assistant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Casting Assistant

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$46,569	$22.0	20%

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

Understanding how a Casting 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

$33,697

Average $38,808/year

$40,422

$2,808

Average $3,234/month

$3,368

$648

Average $746/week

$777

$16

Average $19/hour

$19

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$40,422	$3,368	$777	$19
Average	$38,808	$3,234	$746	$19
25th Percentile	$33,697	$2,808	$648	$16

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