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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Document Control Assistant in Michigan is $44,125 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $21.
However, a Document Control Assistant's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Document Control Assistant Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $50,476 | $4,206 | $971 | $24 |
| Average | $44,125 | $3,677 | $849 | $21 |
| 25th Percentile | $38,174 | $3,181 | $734 | $18 |
Grand River Aseptic Manufacturing, Inc. - Grand Rapids, MI
Grand River Aseptic Manufacturing, Inc. - Grand Rapids, MI
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ANDRITZ Schuler Inc. - Caledonia, MI
A Document Control 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.
Experience is a primary driver of a Document Control 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:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Document ... Level Document Control Assistant | $38,958 |
| Document ... Level Document Control Assistant | $44,539 |
| Document ... Level Document Control Assistant | $62,703 |
| Document ... Level Document Control Assistant | $69,843 |
| Document ... Level Document Control Assistant | $101,725 |
What Am I Worth?
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 Document Control Assistants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
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:
For Document Control Assistant roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 30% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Internet and Software & Networking sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 15% above the average. In contrast, Document Control Assistant positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Document Control Assistant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Internet | $50,744 | $24.0 | 15% |
| Software & Networking | $50,744 | $24.0 | 15% |
| Aerospace & Defense | $49,420 | $24.0 | 12% |
| Energy & Utilities | $48,538 | $23.0 | 10% |
| Financial Services | $48,538 | $23.0 | 10% |
Understanding how a Document Control 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.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $50,476 | $4,206 | $971 | $24 |
| Average | $44,125 | $3,677 | $849 | $21 |
| 25th Percentile | $38,174 | $3,181 | $734 | $18 |
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