Pediatric Assistant Salary in the United States

How much does a Pediatric Assistant make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Pediatric Assistant in the United States is $63,116 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $30.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $72,947
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $57,739 to $68,262
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $52,844
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Pediatric Assistant Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $68,262 $5,688 $1,313 $33
Average $63,116 $5,260 $1,214 $30
25th Percentile $57,739 $4,812 $1,110 $28
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Key Factors That Influence Pediatric Assistant Salaries

A Pediatric 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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

Top Paying Cities for Pediatric 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:

  • San Jose: $79,608
  • San Francisco: $78,736
  • Oakland: $77,077

What Skills Can Increase a Pediatric Assistant's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 13.5% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Lean (Mentioned in 3.41% Job Postings): Lean manufacturing, or lean production, is a system of techniques and activities for running a manufacturing or service operation.
  • Nursing Care (Mentioned in 1.87% Job Postings): Nursing Care means assistance provided for the health care needs of sick or disabled individuals, by or under the direction of licensed nursing personnel.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 13.5%
Lean 3.41%
Nursing Care 1.87%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Pediatric Assistant's salary.
  • Delegation: Can increase your salary by up to 19%.
  • Long Term Care: Can increase your salary by up to 14%.
  • Caring For Others: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Delegation
$75,108
19%
Long Term Care
$71,952
14%
Caring For Others
$68,165
8%
Clinical Services
$68,165
8%
PowerPoint
$66,903
6%
Initiative
$66,272
5%
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Pediatric Assistant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Pediatric Assistant roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 88% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Internet and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Pediatric Assistant positions in Software & Networking or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Pediatric Assistant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Pediatric Assistant

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Internet$88,362$42.040%
Financial Services$82,051$39.030%
Biotechnology$78,895$38.025%
Pharmaceuticals$77,001$37.022%
Energy & Utilities$74,477$36.018%

How Education impacts a Pediatric Assistant's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Pediatric Assistants enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Pediatric Assistant with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $63,231 and $67,509).

Pediatric Assistant Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Pediatric Assistant
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.7%
High School 36.8%
Associates 18.4%
Bachelors 37.5%
Masters 5.7%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Pediatric Assistant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Pediatric 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

Salary Trends for Pediatric Assistant

Salaries for a Pediatric Assistant can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $47,002 in 2023 to around $46,307 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Pediatric Assistant salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Pediatric Assistant Over Time

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2023
$47,002
2024
$46,634
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$46,307
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2024 $46,634
2025 $46,307
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    Columbus, OH

    Nationwide Childrens Hospital | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

    Blossom Pediatric Therapy Partners, LLC | Columbus, OH

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  • MB2 Dental Solutions

    Columbus, OH

    MB2 Dental Solutions | Columbus, OH

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    9 Days Ago

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    Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

    Nationwide Childrens Hospital | Columbus, OH

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FAQ about Pediatric Assistant

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Pediatric Assistant?

The Internet industry offers the highest average compensation for Pediatric Assistant roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

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