What are the main factors that influence a Corporate Assistant's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change a Corporate Assistant's salary?

A Corporate Assistant's salary grows with experience: starting around $76,893 for beginners, reaching about $80,843 at mid-level, and approach $84,904 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Corporate Assistant?

Corporate Assistant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Corporate Assistant roles are District of Columbia $79,422, California $79,121, Massachusetts $78,066. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Corporate Assistant roles make?

Salaries for Corporate Assistant level roles vary by specialization: Assistant Corporate Counsel: $248,133; Assistant Corporate Secretary: $215,799; Assistant Corporate Controller: $165,048; Corporate Communications Assistant: $139,682; Assistant Corporate Strategy: $100,428.

Corporate Assistant Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Corporate Assistant make in District of Columbia?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Corporate Assistant in District of Columbia is $79,422 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $38.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $95,844
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $68,710 to $88,018
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $58,958

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Corporate Assistant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$88,018	$7,335	$1,693	$42
Average	$79,422	$6,619	$1,527	$38
25th Percentile	$68,710	$5,726	$1,321	$33

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Key Factors That Influence Corporate Assistant Salaries

A Corporate 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 Corporate Assistant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Corporate 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): $76,893
Early Career (1-2 years): $77,190
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $80,843
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $84,634
Expert (over 8 years): $84,904

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Corporate Assistant	$76,893
Intermediate Level Corporate Assistant	$77,190
Senior Level Corporate Assistant	$80,843
Specialist Level Corporate Assistant	$84,634
Expert Level Corporate Assistant	$84,904

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

District of Columbia: $79,422.
California: $79,121.
Massachusetts: $78,066.

District of Columbia $79,422 California $79,121 Massachusetts $78,066 Washington $77,779 New Jersey $77,751 Alaska $77,650 Connecticut $76,660 New York $76,259

Hawaii $74,975 Rhode Island $74,372 Maryland $73,963 Minnesota $73,404 Colorado $73,188 Illinois $73,117 Oregon $72,844 Delaware $72,643

New Hampshire $72,517 Virginia $72,234 Pennsylvania $71,410 Nevada $70,993 North Dakota $70,857 Michigan $70,642 Wisconsin $70,563 Vermont $70,405

Texas $69,968 Maine $69,939 Arizona $69,896 Ohio $69,846 Georgia $69,186 Indiana $68,856 Wyoming $68,791 Utah $68,691

Iowa $68,648 Kansas $68,303 Louisiana $68,203 North Carolina $68,167 Missouri $68,153 Florida $67,873 Montana $67,722 Nebraska $67,579

Kentucky $67,500 South Carolina $67,213 Tennessee $67,034 Idaho $66,962 New Mexico $66,438 Oklahoma $66,324 Alabama $65,900 South Dakota $65,190

Arkansas $64,803 West Virginia $64,595 Mississippi $63,971

Top Paying Cities for Corporate 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:

Parcel Return Service: $79,422
Washington: $79,422
Naval Anacost Annex: $79,422

Parcel Return Service, DC $79,422 Washington, DC $79,422 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $79,422 Washington Navy Yard, DC $79,422

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

Understanding how a Corporate 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 January 01, 2026

$68,710

Average $79,422/year

$88,018

$5,726

Average $6,619/month

$7,335

$1,321

Average $1,527/week

$1,693

$33

Average $38/hour

$42

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$88,018	$7,335	$1,693	$42
Average	$79,422	$6,619	$1,527	$38
25th Percentile	$68,710	$5,726	$1,321	$33

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