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

The Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit industry offers the highest average compensation for Finance Assistant roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change A Finance Assistant's salary?

A Finance Assistant's salary grows with experience: starting around $65,032 for beginners, reaching about $69,113 at mid-level, and approach $70,109 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Finance Assistant?

Finance Assistant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Finance Assistant roles are District of Columbia $71,956, California $71,684, Massachusetts $70,728. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Finance Assistant roles make?

Salaries for Finance Assistant level roles vary by specialization: Assistant Director of Finance: $170,821; Assistant Finance Director: $168,402; Assistant Finance Controller: $161,165; Finance Administrative Assistant: $141,489; Assistant Finance Manager: $123,692.

Finance Assistant Salary in Delaware

How much does a Finance Assistant make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Finance Assistant in Delaware is $65,815 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $32.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $80,679
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $57,758 to $73,595
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $50,422

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Finance Assistant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$73,595	$6,133	$1,415	$35
Average	$65,815	$5,485	$1,266	$32
25th Percentile	$57,758	$4,813	$1,111	$28

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Key Factors That Influence Finance Assistant Salaries

A Finance 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 Finance Assistant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Finance 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): $65,032
Early Career (1-2 years): $66,375
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $69,113
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $69,487
Expert (over 8 years): $70,109

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Finance Assistant	$65,032
Intermediate Level Finance Assistant	$66,375
Senior Level Finance Assistant	$69,113
Specialist Level Finance Assistant	$69,487
Expert Level Finance Assistant	$70,109

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

District of Columbia: $71,956.
California: $71,684.
Massachusetts: $70,728.

District of Columbia $71,956 California $71,684 Massachusetts $70,728 Washington $70,468 New Jersey $70,442 Alaska $70,351 Connecticut $69,454 New York $69,090

Hawaii $67,927 Rhode Island $67,381 Maryland $67,011 Minnesota $66,504 Colorado $66,309 Illinois $66,244 Oregon $65,997 Delaware $65,815

New Hampshire $65,701 Virginia $65,445 Pennsylvania $64,697 Nevada $64,320 North Dakota $64,197 Michigan $64,002 Wisconsin $63,930 Vermont $63,787

Texas $63,391 Maine $63,365 Arizona $63,326 Ohio $63,280 Georgia $62,682 Indiana $62,384 Wyoming $62,325 Utah $62,234

Iowa $62,195 Kansas $61,883 Louisiana $61,792 North Carolina $61,760 Missouri $61,747 Florida $61,493 Montana $61,357 Nebraska $61,227

Kentucky $61,155 South Carolina $60,895 Tennessee $60,733 Idaho $60,668 New Mexico $60,193 Oklahoma $60,089 Alabama $59,706 South Dakota $59,063

Arkansas $58,712 West Virginia $58,523 Mississippi $57,958

Top Paying Cities for Finance 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: $65,519
Little Creek: $65,998
Magnolia: $65,903

Lincoln, DE $65,519 Little Creek, DE $65,998 Magnolia, DE $65,903 Milford, DE $65,685 Marydel, DE $65,793 Millsboro, DE $65,244 Millville, DE $65,344 Milton, DE $65,458

Nassau, DE $65,505 Ocean View, DE $65,333 Rehoboth Beach, DE $65,459 Seaford, DE $65,496 Selbyville, DE $65,225 Smyrna, DE $66,044 Viola, DE $65,740 Woodside, DE $65,916

Bear, DE $65,764 Newark, DE $65,740 Claymont, DE $65,874 Delaware City, DE $65,805 Hockessin, DE $65,734 Kirkwood, DE $65,793 Middletown, DE $65,818 Montchanin, DE $65,749

New Castle, DE $65,758 Odessa, DE $65,851 Port Penn, DE $65,895 Rockland, DE $65,755 Saint Georges, DE $65,797 Townsend, DE $65,899 Winterthur, DE $65,763 Lewes, DE $65,483

Wilmington, DE $65,737 Dover, DE $65,998 Dover Afb, DE $65,651 Bethany Beach, DE $65,265 Bethel, DE $65,332 Bridgeville, DE $65,486 Camden Wyoming, DE $65,812 Cheswold, DE $65,977

Clayton, DE $65,979 Dagsboro, DE $65,219 Delmar, DE $65,114 Ellendale, DE $65,312 Felton, DE $65,680 Fenwick Island, DE $65,233 Frankford, DE $65,120 Frederica, DE $65,745

Georgetown, DE $65,194 Greenwood, DE $65,497 Harbeson, DE $65,264 Harrington, DE $65,597 Hartly, DE $65,801 Houston, DE $65,503 Kenton, DE $65,982 Laurel, DE $65,155

Yorklyn, DE $65,753

Finance Assistant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Finance Assistant roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, Finance Assistant positions in Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Finance Assistant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Finance Assistant

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit	$72,396	$35.0	10%

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

Understanding how a Finance 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

$57,758

Average $65,815/year

$73,595

$4,813

Average $5,485/month

$6,133

$1,111

Average $1,266/week

$1,415

$28

Average $32/hour

$35

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$73,595	$6,133	$1,415	$35
Average	$65,815	$5,485	$1,266	$32
25th Percentile	$57,758	$4,813	$1,111	$28

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