What are the main factors that influence a Chief Executive 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 Chief Executive Assistant?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Chief Executive Assistant roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Chief Executive Assistant's salary?

A Chief Executive Assistant's salary grows with experience: a Chief Executive Assistant (0-2 years)earns $81,235, a Software Systems Programmer II (2-4 years)earns $98,226, a Software Systems Programmer III (4-7 years)earns $121,013, a Software Systems Programmer IV (7+ years)earns $141,492, a Software Systems Programmer V (7-10 years)earns $162,889,

What are the highest paying states for a Chief Executive Assistant?

Chief Executive Assistant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Chief Executive Assistant roles are District of Columbia $88,253, California $87,919, Massachusetts $86,747. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Chief Executive Assistant roles make?

Salaries for Chief Executive Assistant level roles vary by specialization: Chief Executive Officer: $816,066; Chief Financial Executive: $438,320; Chief Subsidiary Executive: $437,400; Chief Merchandising Executive: $435,300; Chief Actuarial Executive: $399,100.

Chief Executive Assistant Salary in Delaware

How much does a Chief Executive Assistant make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Chief Executive Assistant in Delaware is $80,721 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $92,658
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $73,317 to $86,969
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $66,576

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Chief Executive Assistant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$86,969	$7,247	$1,672	$42
Average	$80,721	$6,727	$1,552	$39
25th Percentile	$73,317	$6,110	$1,410	$35

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Key Factors That Influence Chief Executive Assistant Salaries

A Chief Executive 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 Chief Executive Assistant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Chief Executive 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): $81,235
Early Career (1-2 years): $98,226
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $121,013
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $141,492
Expert (over 8 years): $162,889

Levels	Salary
Chief Exe... Level Chief Executive Assistant	$81,235
Software ... Level Chief Executive Assistant	$98,226
Software ... Level Chief Executive Assistant	$121,013
Software ... Level Chief Executive Assistant	$141,492
Software ... Level Chief Executive Assistant	$162,889

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

District of Columbia: $88,253.
California: $87,919.
Massachusetts: $86,747.

District of Columbia $88,253 California $87,919 Massachusetts $86,747 Washington $86,428 New Jersey $86,396 Alaska $86,285 Connecticut $85,185 New York $84,738

Hawaii $83,312 Rhode Island $82,642 Maryland $82,188 Minnesota $81,566 Colorado $81,327 Illinois $81,247 Oregon $80,944 Delaware $80,721

New Hampshire $80,581 Virginia $80,267 Pennsylvania $79,350 Nevada $78,888 North Dakota $78,736 Michigan $78,497 Wisconsin $78,409 Vermont $78,234

Texas $77,748 Maine $77,716 Arizona $77,668 Ohio $77,612 Georgia $76,879 Indiana $76,512 Wyoming $76,441 Utah $76,329

Iowa $76,281 Kansas $75,899 Louisiana $75,787 North Carolina $75,747 Missouri $75,731 Florida $75,420 Montana $75,253 Nebraska $75,094

Kentucky $75,006 South Carolina $74,687 Tennessee $74,488 Idaho $74,408 New Mexico $73,826 Oklahoma $73,699 Alabama $73,228 South Dakota $72,439

Arkansas $72,009 West Virginia $71,778 Mississippi $71,084

Top Paying Cities for Chief Executive 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: $80,358
Little Creek: $80,946
Magnolia: $80,829

Lincoln, DE $80,358 Little Creek, DE $80,946 Magnolia, DE $80,829 Milford, DE $80,562 Marydel, DE $80,694 Millsboro, DE $80,020 Millville, DE $80,144 Milton, DE $80,283

Nassau, DE $80,341 Ocean View, DE $80,130 Rehoboth Beach, DE $80,284 Seaford, DE $80,330 Selbyville, DE $79,997 Smyrna, DE $81,002 Viola, DE $80,629 Woodside, DE $80,845

Bear, DE $80,659 Newark, DE $80,629 Claymont, DE $80,794 Delaware City, DE $80,709 Hockessin, DE $80,621 Kirkwood, DE $80,694 Middletown, DE $80,725 Montchanin, DE $80,640

New Castle, DE $80,652 Odessa, DE $80,765 Port Penn, DE $80,819 Rockland, DE $80,648 Saint Georges, DE $80,699 Townsend, DE $80,824 Winterthur, DE $80,657 Lewes, DE $80,314

Wilmington, DE $80,625 Dover, DE $80,946 Dover Afb, DE $80,519 Bethany Beach, DE $80,046 Bethel, DE $80,129 Bridgeville, DE $80,318 Camden Wyoming, DE $80,718 Cheswold, DE $80,919

Clayton, DE $80,922 Dagsboro, DE $79,990 Delmar, DE $79,862 Ellendale, DE $80,104 Felton, DE $80,555 Fenwick Island, DE $80,008 Frankford, DE $79,868 Frederica, DE $80,635

Georgetown, DE $79,960 Greenwood, DE $80,330 Harbeson, DE $80,045 Harrington, DE $80,453 Hartly, DE $80,703 Houston, DE $80,338 Kenton, DE $80,926 Laurel, DE $79,912

Yorklyn, DE $80,645

Chief Executive Assistant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Chief Executive 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 Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Chief Executive Assistant positions in Transportation or Telecom typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Chief Executive Assistant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Chief Executive Assistant

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$96,865	$47.0	20%
Biotechnology	$96,865	$47.0	20%
Business Services	$96,865	$47.0	20%
Chemicals	$96,865	$47.0	20%
Construction	$96,865	$47.0	20%

Chief Executive Assistant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Chief Executive 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

$73,317

Average $80,721/year

$86,969

$6,110

Average $6,727/month

$7,247

$1,410

Average $1,552/week

$1,672

$35

Average $39/hour

$42

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$86,969	$7,247	$1,672	$42
Average	$80,721	$6,727	$1,552	$39
25th Percentile	$73,317	$6,110	$1,410	$35

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