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 Rhode Island

How much does a Support Assistant make in Rhode Island?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Support Assistant in Rhode Island is $38,067 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): $55,414
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $30,598 to $47,147
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $23,797

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Support Assistant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$47,147	$3,929	$907	$23
Average	$38,067	$3,172	$732	$18
25th Percentile	$30,598	$2,550	$588	$15

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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:

Adamsville: $38,543
Albion: $38,217
Ashaway: $38,470

Adamsville, RI $38,543 Albion, RI $38,217 Ashaway, RI $38,470 Barrington, RI $38,117 Block Island, RI $38,329 Bradford, RI $38,447 Bristol, RI $38,264 Carolina, RI $38,383

Charlestown, RI $38,397 Chepachet, RI $38,321 Clayville, RI $38,214 Coventry, RI $38,216 West Greenwich, RI $38,321 East Greenwich, RI $38,190 Exeter, RI $38,311 Fiskeville, RI $38,116

Forestdale, RI $38,410 Foster, RI $38,301 Glendale, RI $38,413 Greene, RI $38,351 Greenville, RI $38,131 Harmony, RI $38,180 Harrisville, RI $38,396 Hope, RI $38,140

Hope Valley, RI $38,436 Hopkinton, RI $38,487 Jamestown, RI $38,358 Kenyon, RI $38,379 Little Compton, RI $38,537 Manville, RI $38,268 Mapleville, RI $38,328 Newport, RI $38,397

Middletown, RI $38,414 North Kingstown, RI $38,256 North Scituate, RI $38,180 Oakland, RI $38,370 Pascoag, RI $38,422 Pawtucket, RI $38,060 Central Falls, RI $38,077 Cumberland, RI $38,293

Lincoln, RI $38,115 Portsmouth, RI $38,393 Prudence Island, RI $38,314 Rockville, RI $38,481 Saunderstown, RI $38,335 Shannock, RI $38,381 Slatersville, RI $38,410 Slocum, RI $38,334

Tiverton, RI $38,510 Wakefield, RI $38,368 Kingston, RI $38,353 Narragansett, RI $38,379 Peace Dale, RI $38,363 Warren, RI $38,215 Warwick, RI $38,109 Westerly, RI $38,479

West Kingston, RI $38,365 West Warwick, RI $38,155 Wood River Junction, RI $38,420 Woonsocket, RI $38,412 North Smithfield, RI $38,325 Wyoming, RI $38,381 Providence, RI $38,049 Cranston, RI $38,054

North Providence, RI $38,058 East Providence, RI $38,051 Riverside, RI $38,064 Rumford, RI $38,058 Smithfield, RI $38,135 Johnston, RI $38,071

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

$30,598

Average $38,067/year

$47,147

$2,550

Average $3,172/month

$3,929

$588

Average $732/week

$907

$15

Average $18/hour

$23

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$47,147	$3,929	$907	$23
Average	$38,067	$3,172	$732	$18
25th Percentile	$30,598	$2,550	$588	$15

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