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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Store Administrative Assistant in Illinois is $51,380 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $25.
However, a Store Administrative Assistant's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Store Administrative Assistant Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $56,092 | $4,674 | $1,079 | $27 |
| Average | $51,380 | $4,282 | $988 | $25 |
| 25th Percentile | $45,783 | $3,815 | $880 | $22 |
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A Store Administrative 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.
Experience is a primary driver of a Store Administrative 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:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Sales Ass... Level Store Administrative Assistant | $46,017 |
| Store Adm... Level Store Administrative Assistant | $51,768 |
| Sales Ass... Level Store Administrative Assistant | $59,606 |
| Sales Ass... Level Store Administrative Assistant | $79,368 |
| Sales Sup... Level Store Administrative Assistant | $91,153 |
What Am I Worth?
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 Store Administrative Assistants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
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:
For Store Administrative Assistant roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 30% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 15% above the average. In contrast, Store Administrative Assistant positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Chemicals typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Store Administrative Assistant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aerospace & Defense | $59,087 | $28.0 | 15% |
| Business Services | $56,518 | $27.0 | 10% |
| Construction | $53,949 | $26.0 | 5% |
Understanding how a Store Administrative 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.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $56,092 | $4,674 | $1,079 | $27 |
| Average | $51,380 | $4,282 | $988 | $25 |
| 25th Percentile | $45,783 | $3,815 | $880 | $22 |
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