What are the main factors that influence an Unit 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 Unit Assistant?

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

How does experience change An Unit Assistant's salary?

An Unit Assistant's salary grows with experience: starting around $41,503 for beginners, reaching about $45,053 at mid-level, and approach $45,583 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Unit Assistant?

Unit Assistant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Unit Assistant roles are District of Columbia $46,026, California $45,851, Massachusetts $45,240. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Unit Assistant roles make?

Salaries for Unit Assistant level roles vary by specialization: Assistant Unit Director: $145,363; Assistant Unit Manager: $118,826; Assistant Unit Head: $72,968; Unit Administrative Assistant: $53,823; Unit Clerical Assistant: $41,960.

Unit Assistant Salary in Delaware

How much does an Unit Assistant make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Unit Assistant in Delaware is $42,097 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $20.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $49,094
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $38,530 to $45,759
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $35,282

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Unit Assistant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$45,759	$3,813	$880	$22
Average	$42,097	$3,508	$810	$20
25th Percentile	$38,530	$3,211	$741	$19

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Key Factors That Influence Unit Assistant Salaries

An Unit 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 Unit Assistant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Unit 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): $41,503
Early Career (1-2 years): $42,639
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $45,053
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $45,406
Expert (over 8 years): $45,583

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Unit Assistant	$41,503
Intermediate Level Unit Assistant	$42,639
Senior Level Unit Assistant	$45,053
Specialist Level Unit Assistant	$45,406
Expert Level Unit Assistant	$45,583

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

District of Columbia: $46,026.
California: $45,851.
Massachusetts: $45,240.

District of Columbia $46,026 California $45,851 Massachusetts $45,240 Washington $45,074 New Jersey $45,057 Alaska $44,999 Connecticut $44,425 New York $44,192

Hawaii $43,448 Rhode Island $43,099 Maryland $42,862 Minnesota $42,538 Colorado $42,413 Illinois $42,372 Oregon $42,214 Delaware $42,097

New Hampshire $42,024 Virginia $41,860 Pennsylvania $41,382 Nevada $41,141 North Dakota $41,062 Michigan $40,938 Wisconsin $40,892 Vermont $40,800

Texas $40,547 Maine $40,530 Arizona $40,505 Ohio $40,476 Georgia $40,094 Indiana $39,902 Wyoming $39,865 Utah $39,807

Iowa $39,782 Kansas $39,582 Louisiana $39,524 North Carolina $39,503 Missouri $39,495 Florida $39,333 Montana $39,246 Nebraska $39,163

Kentucky $39,117 South Carolina $38,951 Tennessee $38,847 Idaho $38,805 New Mexico $38,502 Oklahoma $38,435 Alabama $38,190 South Dakota $37,778

Arkansas $37,554 West Virginia $37,433 Mississippi $37,072

Top Paying Cities for Unit 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: $41,908
Little Creek: $42,215
Magnolia: $42,154

Lincoln, DE $41,908 Little Creek, DE $42,215 Magnolia, DE $42,154 Milford, DE $42,014 Marydel, DE $42,083 Millsboro, DE $41,732 Millville, DE $41,796 Milton, DE $41,869

Nassau, DE $41,899 Ocean View, DE $41,789 Rehoboth Beach, DE $41,870 Seaford, DE $41,893 Selbyville, DE $41,720 Smyrna, DE $42,244 Viola, DE $42,049 Woodside, DE $42,162

Bear, DE $42,065 Newark, DE $42,049 Claymont, DE $42,135 Delaware City, DE $42,091 Hockessin, DE $42,045 Kirkwood, DE $42,083 Middletown, DE $42,099 Montchanin, DE $42,055

New Castle, DE $42,061 Odessa, DE $42,120 Port Penn, DE $42,148 Rockland, DE $42,059 Saint Georges, DE $42,086 Townsend, DE $42,151 Winterthur, DE $42,064 Lewes, DE $41,885

Wilmington, DE $42,047 Dover, DE $42,215 Dover Afb, DE $41,992 Bethany Beach, DE $41,745 Bethel, DE $41,788 Bridgeville, DE $41,887 Camden Wyoming, DE $42,096 Cheswold, DE $42,201

Clayton, DE $42,202 Dagsboro, DE $41,716 Delmar, DE $41,649 Ellendale, DE $41,776 Felton, DE $42,011 Fenwick Island, DE $41,725 Frankford, DE $41,653 Frederica, DE $42,052

Georgetown, DE $41,700 Greenwood, DE $41,894 Harbeson, DE $41,745 Harrington, DE $41,958 Hartly, DE $42,088 Houston, DE $41,898 Kenton, DE $42,204 Laurel, DE $41,675

Yorklyn, DE $42,058

Unit Assistant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Unit Assistant roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Unit Assistant positions in Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Unit Assistant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Unit Assistant

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$50,517	$24.0	20%

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

Understanding how an Unit 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

$38,530

Average $42,097/year

$45,759

$3,211

Average $3,508/month

$3,813

$741

Average $810/week

$880

$19

Average $20/hour

$22

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$45,759	$3,813	$880	$22
Average	$42,097	$3,508	$810	$20
25th Percentile	$38,530	$3,211	$741	$19

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