What are the main factors that influence a Human Services 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 Human Services Assistant?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Human Services Assistant roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change A Human Services Assistant's salary?

A Human Services Assistant's salary grows with experience: a Human Resources Assistant I (0-1 years)earns $44,165, a Human Services Assistant (1-3 years)earns $52,519, a Human Resources Assistant III (3-5 years)earns $60,829, a Human Resources Supervisor (5+ years)earns $106,020, a Human Resources Manager (5+ years)earns $123,919,

What are the highest paying states for a Human Services Assistant?

Human Services Assistant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Human Services Assistant roles are District of Columbia $56,983, California $56,767, Massachusetts $56,010. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Human Services Assistant roles make?

Salaries for Human Services Assistant level roles vary by specialization: Human Services Caseworker: $83,407; Human Services Assistant II: $64,425; Human Services Manager: $63,806; Social And Human Services Assistant: $62,042; Human Services Administrator: $55,174.

Human Services Assistant Salary in Delaware

How much does a Human Services Assistant make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Human Services Assistant in Delaware is $52,119 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $25.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $65,664
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $46,369 to $59,209
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $41,133

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Human Services Assistant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$59,209	$4,934	$1,139	$28
Average	$52,119	$4,343	$1,002	$25
25th Percentile	$46,369	$3,864	$892	$22

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Key Factors That Influence Human Services Assistant Salaries

A Human Services 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 Human Services Assistant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Human Services 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): $44,165
Early Career (1-2 years): $52,519
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $60,829
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $106,020
Expert (over 8 years): $123,919

Levels	Salary
Human Res... Level Human Services Assistant	$44,165
Human Ser... Level Human Services Assistant	$52,519
Human Res... Level Human Services Assistant	$60,829
Human Res... Level Human Services Assistant	$106,020
Human Res... Level Human Services Assistant	$123,919

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

District of Columbia: $56,983.
California: $56,767.
Massachusetts: $56,010.

District of Columbia $56,983 California $56,767 Massachusetts $56,010 Washington $55,804 New Jersey $55,784 Alaska $55,712 Connecticut $55,002 New York $54,713

Hawaii $53,792 Rhode Island $53,360 Maryland $53,066 Minnesota $52,665 Colorado $52,511 Illinois $52,459 Oregon $52,264 Delaware $52,119

New Hampshire $52,029 Virginia $51,826 Pennsylvania $51,234 Nevada $50,936 North Dakota $50,838 Michigan $50,684 Wisconsin $50,627 Vermont $50,514

Texas $50,200 Maine $50,179 Arizona $50,148 Ohio $50,112 Georgia $49,639 Indiana $49,402 Wyoming $49,356 Utah $49,284

Iowa $49,253 Kansas $49,006 Louisiana $48,934 North Carolina $48,908 Missouri $48,898 Florida $48,697 Montana $48,589 Nebraska $48,486

Kentucky $48,429 South Carolina $48,223 Tennessee $48,095 Idaho $48,043 New Mexico $47,668 Oklahoma $47,585 Alabama $47,282 South Dakota $46,772

Arkansas $46,494 West Virginia $46,345 Mississippi $45,897

Top Paying Cities for Human Services 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: $51,885
Little Creek: $52,265
Magnolia: $52,189

Lincoln, DE $51,885 Little Creek, DE $52,265 Magnolia, DE $52,189 Milford, DE $52,016 Marydel, DE $52,102 Millsboro, DE $51,667 Millville, DE $51,747 Milton, DE $51,836

Nassau, DE $51,874 Ocean View, DE $51,738 Rehoboth Beach, DE $51,837 Seaford, DE $51,867 Selbyville, DE $51,652 Smyrna, DE $52,301 Viola, DE $52,060 Woodside, DE $52,200

Bear, DE $52,079 Newark, DE $52,060 Claymont, DE $52,166 Delaware City, DE $52,112 Hockessin, DE $52,055 Kirkwood, DE $52,102 Middletown, DE $52,122 Montchanin, DE $52,067

New Castle, DE $52,075 Odessa, DE $52,148 Port Penn, DE $52,183 Rockland, DE $52,072 Saint Georges, DE $52,106 Townsend, DE $52,186 Winterthur, DE $52,078 Lewes, DE $51,856

Wilmington, DE $52,058 Dover, DE $52,265 Dover Afb, DE $51,989 Bethany Beach, DE $51,684 Bethel, DE $51,737 Bridgeville, DE $51,859 Camden Wyoming, DE $52,117 Cheswold, DE $52,248

Clayton, DE $52,249 Dagsboro, DE $51,647 Delmar, DE $51,565 Ellendale, DE $51,721 Felton, DE $52,012 Fenwick Island, DE $51,659 Frankford, DE $51,569 Frederica, DE $52,064

Georgetown, DE $51,628 Greenwood, DE $51,867 Harbeson, DE $51,683 Harrington, DE $51,946 Hartly, DE $52,108 Houston, DE $51,872 Kenton, DE $52,252 Laurel, DE $51,597

Yorklyn, DE $52,071

Human Services Assistant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Human Services Assistant roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Human Services Assistant positions in Transportation or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Human Services Assistant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Human Services Assistant

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services	$67,755	$33.0	30%
Internet	$65,149	$31.0	25%
Energy & Utilities	$59,937	$29.0	15%
Chemicals	$57,331	$28.0	10%
Insurance	$57,331	$28.0	10%

Human Services Assistant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Human Services 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 August 01, 2026

$46,369

Average $52,119/year

$59,209

$3,864

Average $4,343/month

$4,934

$892

Average $1,002/week

$1,139

$22

Average $25/hour

$28

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$59,209	$4,934	$1,139	$28
Average	$52,119	$4,343	$1,002	$25
25th Percentile	$46,369	$3,864	$892	$22

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