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

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Practice Assistant roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Practice Assistant's salary?

A Practice Assistant's salary grows with experience: a Benefits Analyst III (4-7 years)earns $93,410, a Benefits Analyst IV (7+ years)earns $112,127, a Practice Assistant (7+ years)earns $104,713, a Benefits Manager (7+ years)earns $126,090, a Benefits Senior Manager (7+ years)earns $168,319,

What are the highest paying states for a Practice Assistant?

Practice Assistant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Practice Assistant roles are District of Columbia $113,571, California $113,140, Massachusetts $111,632. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Practice Assistant roles make?

Salaries for Practice Assistant level roles vary by specialization: Administrative Practice Assistant: $72,101; Assistant Practice Administrator: $69,388; Legal Practice Assistant: $69,063; Assistant Practice Manager: $64,288; Practice Development Assistant: $54,768.

Practice Assistant Salary in Delaware

How much does a Practice Assistant make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Practice Assistant in Delaware is $103,878 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $50.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $122,308
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $91,852 to $113,525
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $80,904

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Practice Assistant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$113,525	$9,460	$2,183	$55
Average	$103,878	$8,656	$1,998	$50
25th Percentile	$91,852	$7,654	$1,766	$44

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Key Factors That Influence Practice Assistant Salaries

A Practice 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 Practice Assistant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Practice 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): $93,410
Early Career (1-2 years): $112,127
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $104,713
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $126,090
Expert (over 8 years): $168,319

Levels	Salary
Benefits ... Level Practice Assistant	$93,410
Benefits ... Level Practice Assistant	$112,127
Practice ... Level Practice Assistant	$104,713
Benefits ... Level Practice Assistant	$126,090
Benefits ... Level Practice Assistant	$168,319

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

District of Columbia: $113,571.
California: $113,140.
Massachusetts: $111,632.

District of Columbia $113,571 California $113,140 Massachusetts $111,632 Washington $111,222 New Jersey $111,181 Alaska $111,037 Connecticut $109,622 New York $109,047

Hawaii $107,211 Rhode Island $106,350 Maryland $105,765 Minnesota $104,965 Colorado $104,657 Illinois $104,555 Oregon $104,165 Delaware $103,878

New Hampshire $103,697 Virginia $103,293 Pennsylvania $102,113 Nevada $101,518 North Dakota $101,324 Michigan $101,016 Wisconsin $100,903 Vermont $100,677

Texas $100,052 Maine $100,011 Arizona $99,949 Ohio $99,877 Georgia $98,934 Indiana $98,462 Wyoming $98,369 Utah $98,226

Iowa $98,164 Kansas $97,672 Louisiana $97,528 North Carolina $97,477 Missouri $97,457 Florida $97,056 Montana $96,841 Nebraska $96,636

Kentucky $96,523 South Carolina $96,113 Tennessee $95,856 Idaho $95,754 New Mexico $95,005 Oklahoma $94,841 Alabama $94,236 South Dakota $93,220

Arkansas $92,666 West Virginia $92,369 Mississippi $91,476

Top Paying Cities for Practice 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: $103,410
Little Creek: $104,167
Magnolia: $104,017

Lincoln, DE $103,410 Little Creek, DE $104,167 Magnolia, DE $104,017 Milford, DE $103,673 Marydel, DE $103,843 Millsboro, DE $102,976 Millville, DE $103,135 Milton, DE $103,314

Nassau, DE $103,388 Ocean View, DE $103,118 Rehoboth Beach, DE $103,316 Seaford, DE $103,374 Selbyville, DE $102,946 Smyrna, DE $104,239 Viola, DE $103,759 Woodside, DE $104,038

Bear, DE $103,798 Newark, DE $103,759 Claymont, DE $103,971 Delaware City, DE $103,862 Hockessin, DE $103,749 Kirkwood, DE $103,843 Middletown, DE $103,883 Montchanin, DE $103,773

New Castle, DE $103,788 Odessa, DE $103,934 Port Penn, DE $104,004 Rockland, DE $103,783 Saint Georges, DE $103,850 Townsend, DE $104,010 Winterthur, DE $103,796 Lewes, DE $103,354

Wilmington, DE $103,755 Dover, DE $104,167 Dover Afb, DE $103,618 Bethany Beach, DE $103,009 Bethel, DE $103,116 Bridgeville, DE $103,359 Camden Wyoming, DE $103,874 Cheswold, DE $104,133

Clayton, DE $104,136 Dagsboro, DE $102,937 Delmar, DE $102,772 Ellendale, DE $103,084 Felton, DE $103,664 Fenwick Island, DE $102,960 Frankford, DE $102,780 Frederica, DE $103,767

Georgetown, DE $102,898 Greenwood, DE $103,375 Harbeson, DE $103,008 Harrington, DE $103,533 Hartly, DE $103,855 Houston, DE $103,385 Kenton, DE $104,141 Laurel, DE $102,837

Yorklyn, DE $103,780

Practice Assistant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Practice Assistant roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Healthcare and Telecom sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Practice Assistant positions in Transportation or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Practice Assistant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Practice Assistant

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$124,653	$60.0	20%
Telecom	$124,653	$60.0	20%
Energy & Utilities	$119,459	$57.0	15%
Pharmaceuticals	$119,459	$57.0	15%
Aerospace & Defense	$114,265	$55.0	10%

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

Understanding how a Practice 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.

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$91,852

Average $103,878/year

$113,525

$7,654

Average $8,656/month

$9,460

$1,766

Average $1,998/week

$2,183

$44

Average $50/hour

$55

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$113,525	$9,460	$2,183	$55
Average	$103,878	$8,656	$1,998	$50
25th Percentile	$91,852	$7,654	$1,766	$44

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