Sales Support Administrator Salary in the United States

How much does a Sales Support Administrator make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Sales Support Administrator in the United States is $58,417 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $28.

However, a Sales Support Administrator's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $71,794
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $51,336 to $65,419
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $44,888
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Sales Support Administrator Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $65,419 $5,452 $1,258 $31
Average $58,417 $4,868 $1,123 $28
25th Percentile $51,336 $4,278 $987 $25
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Key Factors That Influence Sales Support Administrator Salaries

A Sales Support Administrator'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.

How Experience Level Affects Sales Support Administrator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Sales Support Administrator'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): $58,909
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $75,494
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $89,071
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $116,690
  • Expert (over 8 years): $76,423
Levels Salary
Sales Sup... Level Sales Support Administrator$58,909
Sales Sup... Level Sales Support Administrator$75,494
Sales Sup... Level Sales Support Administrator$89,071
Sales Sup... Level Sales Support Administrator$116,690
Sales Ass... Level Sales Support Administrator$76,423
$58,909 0 yr
$75,494 < 2 yrs
$89,071 2-4 yrs
$116,690 5-8 yrs
$76,423 > 8 yrs
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How Do Sales Support Administrator 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 Sales Support Administrators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $64,680.
  • California: $64,434.
  • Massachusetts: $63,575.

Top Paying Cities for Sales Support Administrators

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: $73,682
  • San Francisco: $72,875
  • Oakland: $71,339

What Skills Can Increase a Sales Support Administrator's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 16.36% 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.
  • Microsoft Office (Mentioned in 2.42% Job Postings): Microsoft Office is a suite of desktop productivity applications that is designed by Microsoft for business use. You can create documents containing text and images, work with data in spreadsheets and databases, create presentations and posters.
  • CRM (Mentioned in 1.51% Job Postings): Customer relationship management (CRM) is a technology for managing all your company's relationships and interactions with customers and potential customers.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 16.36%
Microsoft Office 2.42%
CRM 1.51%
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 Sales Support Administrator's salary.
  • Retail Operations: Can increase your salary by up to 16%.
  • Sales Operations: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
  • Team Operations: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Retail Operations
$67,764
16%
Sales Operations
$65,427
12%
Team Operations
$64,259
10%
Presentation
$64,259
10%
Collaboration
$64,259
10%
Leadership
$63,675
9%
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Sales Support Administrator Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Sales Support Administrator roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 36% above the average. In contrast, Sales Support Administrator positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Sales Support Administrator as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Sales Support Administrator

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking$79,447$38.036%
Financial Services$73,606$35.026%
Internet$70,685$34.021%
Pharmaceuticals$67,764$33.016%
Energy & Utilities$64,843$31.011%

How Education impacts a Sales Support Administrator's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Sales Support Administrators enter the field with a No Diploma 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 Sales Support Administrator with a No Diploma is between $59,468 and $63,730).

Sales Support Administrator Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Sales Support Administrator
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 11.1%
High School 11.1%
Associates 11.1%
Bachelors 33.3%
Masters 33.3%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Sales Support Administrator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Sales Support Administrator'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

Salary Trends for Sales Support Administrator

Salaries for a Sales Support Administrator can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $58,074 in 2023 to around $57,600 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Sales Support Administrator salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Sales Support Administrator Over Time

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2024
$57,754
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2024 $57,754
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