What are the main factors that influence a Support Assistant's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What are the highest paying states for a Support Assistant?

Support Assistant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Support Assistant roles are District of Columbia $40,652, California $40,498, Massachusetts $39,958. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Support Assistant roles make?

Salaries for Support Assistant level roles vary by specialization: Sales Support Assistant: $78,586; Systems Support Assistant, Sr.: $76,810; Program Support Assistant: $64,349; Systems Support Assistant: $64,186; Surgical Support Assistant: $56,383.

Support Assistant Salary in Delaware

How much does a Support Assistant make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Support Assistant in Delaware is $37,182 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $18.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $54,126
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $29,886 to $46,051
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $23,244

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Support Assistant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$46,051	$3,838	$886	$22
Average	$37,182	$3,099	$715	$18
25th Percentile	$29,886	$2,491	$575	$14

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Key Factors That Influence Support Assistant Salaries

A Support Assistant's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

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

District of Columbia: $40,652.
California: $40,498.
Massachusetts: $39,958.

District of Columbia $40,652 California $40,498 Massachusetts $39,958 Washington $39,811 New Jersey $39,797 Alaska $39,745 Connecticut $39,238 New York $39,033

Hawaii $38,376 Rhode Island $38,067 Maryland $37,858 Minnesota $37,572 Colorado $37,461 Illinois $37,425 Oregon $37,285 Delaware $37,182

New Hampshire $37,118 Virginia $36,973 Pennsylvania $36,551 Nevada $36,338 North Dakota $36,268 Michigan $36,158 Wisconsin $36,118 Vermont $36,037

Texas $35,813 Maine $35,798 Arizona $35,776 Ohio $35,750 Georgia $35,413 Indiana $35,244 Wyoming $35,211 Utah $35,159

Iowa $35,137 Kansas $34,961 Louisiana $34,910 North Carolina $34,891 Missouri $34,884 Florida $34,741 Montana $34,664 Nebraska $34,590

Kentucky $34,550 South Carolina $34,403 Tennessee $34,311 Idaho $34,274 New Mexico $34,006 Oklahoma $33,948 Alabama $33,731 South Dakota $33,368

Arkansas $33,169 West Virginia $33,063 Mississippi $32,743

Top Paying Cities for Support 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: $37,015
Little Creek: $37,286
Magnolia: $37,232

Lincoln, DE $37,015 Little Creek, DE $37,286 Magnolia, DE $37,232 Milford, DE $37,109 Marydel, DE $37,170 Millsboro, DE $36,860 Millville, DE $36,917 Milton, DE $36,980

Nassau, DE $37,007 Ocean View, DE $36,910 Rehoboth Beach, DE $36,981 Seaford, DE $37,002 Selbyville, DE $36,849 Smyrna, DE $37,312 Viola, DE $37,140 Woodside, DE $37,240

Bear, DE $37,154 Newark, DE $37,140 Claymont, DE $37,216 Delaware City, DE $37,177 Hockessin, DE $37,136 Kirkwood, DE $37,170 Middletown, DE $37,184 Montchanin, DE $37,145

New Castle, DE $37,150 Odessa, DE $37,203 Port Penn, DE $37,228 Rockland, DE $37,149 Saint Georges, DE $37,172 Townsend, DE $37,230 Winterthur, DE $37,153 Lewes, DE $36,995

Wilmington, DE $37,138 Dover, DE $37,286 Dover Afb, DE $37,090 Bethany Beach, DE $36,871 Bethel, DE $36,910 Bridgeville, DE $36,997 Camden Wyoming, DE $37,181 Cheswold, DE $37,274

Clayton, DE $37,275 Dagsboro, DE $36,846 Delmar, DE $36,787 Ellendale, DE $36,898 Felton, DE $37,106 Fenwick Island, DE $36,854 Frankford, DE $36,790 Frederica, DE $37,143

Georgetown, DE $36,832 Greenwood, DE $37,002 Harbeson, DE $36,871 Harrington, DE $37,059 Hartly, DE $37,174 Houston, DE $37,006 Kenton, DE $37,277 Laurel, DE $36,810

Yorklyn, DE $37,148

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

Understanding how a Support 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

$29,886

Average $37,182/year

$46,051

$2,491

Average $3,099/month

$3,838

$575

Average $715/week

$886

$14

Average $18/hour

$22

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$46,051	$3,838	$886	$22
Average	$37,182	$3,099	$715	$18
25th Percentile	$29,886	$2,491	$575	$14

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