What are the main factors that influence a Youth Program 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 Youth Program Assistant?

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

How does experience change A Youth Program Assistant's salary?

A Youth Program Assistant's salary grows with experience: starting around $38,369 for beginners, reaching about $40,881 at mid-level, and approach $41,196 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Youth Program Assistant?

Youth Program Assistant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Youth Program Assistant roles are District of Columbia $42,345, California $42,184, Massachusetts $41,622. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Youth Program Assistant roles make?

Salaries for Youth Program Assistant level roles vary by specialization: Youth Program Director: $162,881; Program Assistant: $144,782; Assistant Program Manager: $141,821; Youth Program Leader: $111,721; Assistant Director of Youth Services: $111,296.

Youth Program Assistant Salary in Delaware

How much does a Youth Program Assistant make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Youth Program Assistant in Delaware is $38,730 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $19.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $46,214
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $35,014 to $42,648
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $31,630

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Youth Program Assistant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$42,648	$3,554	$820	$21
Average	$38,730	$3,228	$745	$19
25th Percentile	$35,014	$2,918	$673	$17

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Key Factors That Influence Youth Program Assistant Salaries

A Youth Program 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 Youth Program Assistant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Youth Program 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): $38,369
Early Career (1-2 years): $39,115
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $40,881
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $41,070
Expert (over 8 years): $41,196

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Youth Program Assistant	$38,369
Intermediate Level Youth Program Assistant	$39,115
Senior Level Youth Program Assistant	$40,881
Specialist Level Youth Program Assistant	$41,070
Expert Level Youth Program Assistant	$41,196

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

District of Columbia: $42,345.
California: $42,184.
Massachusetts: $41,622.

District of Columbia $42,345 California $42,184 Massachusetts $41,622 Washington $41,469 New Jersey $41,453 Alaska $41,400 Connecticut $40,872 New York $40,658

Hawaii $39,973 Rhode Island $39,652 Maryland $39,434 Minnesota $39,136 Colorado $39,021 Illinois $38,983 Oregon $38,837 Delaware $38,730

New Hampshire $38,663 Virginia $38,512 Pennsylvania $38,073 Nevada $37,851 North Dakota $37,778 Michigan $37,663 Wisconsin $37,621 Vermont $37,537

Texas $37,304 Maine $37,289 Arizona $37,266 Ohio $37,239 Georgia $36,887 Indiana $36,711 Wyoming $36,677 Utah $36,623

Iowa $36,600 Kansas $36,417 Louisiana $36,363 North Carolina $36,344 Missouri $36,336 Florida $36,187 Montana $36,107 Nebraska $36,030

Kentucky $35,988 South Carolina $35,835 Tennessee $35,740 Idaho $35,701 New Mexico $35,422 Oklahoma $35,361 Alabama $35,135 South Dakota $34,757

Arkansas $34,550 West Virginia $34,439 Mississippi $34,107

Top Paying Cities for Youth Program 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: $38,556
Little Creek: $38,838
Magnolia: $38,782

Lincoln, DE $38,556 Little Creek, DE $38,838 Magnolia, DE $38,782 Milford, DE $38,654 Marydel, DE $38,717 Millsboro, DE $38,394 Millville, DE $38,454 Milton, DE $38,520

Nassau, DE $38,548 Ocean View, DE $38,447 Rehoboth Beach, DE $38,521 Seaford, DE $38,543 Selbyville, DE $38,383 Smyrna, DE $38,865 Viola, DE $38,686 Woodside, DE $38,790

Bear, DE $38,701 Newark, DE $38,686 Claymont, DE $38,765 Delaware City, DE $38,725 Hockessin, DE $38,683 Kirkwood, DE $38,717 Middletown, DE $38,732 Montchanin, DE $38,691

New Castle, DE $38,697 Odessa, DE $38,751 Port Penn, DE $38,777 Rockland, DE $38,695 Saint Georges, DE $38,720 Townsend, DE $38,780 Winterthur, DE $38,700 Lewes, DE $38,535

Wilmington, DE $38,685 Dover, DE $38,838 Dover Afb, DE $38,634 Bethany Beach, DE $38,406 Bethel, DE $38,446 Bridgeville, DE $38,537 Camden Wyoming, DE $38,729 Cheswold, DE $38,826

Clayton, DE $38,827 Dagsboro, DE $38,380 Delmar, DE $38,318 Ellendale, DE $38,434 Felton, DE $38,651 Fenwick Island, DE $38,388 Frankford, DE $38,321 Frederica, DE $38,689

Georgetown, DE $38,365 Greenwood, DE $38,543 Harbeson, DE $38,406 Harrington, DE $38,602 Hartly, DE $38,722 Houston, DE $38,547 Kenton, DE $38,829 Laurel, DE $38,342

Yorklyn, DE $38,694

Youth Program Assistant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Youth Program 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, Youth Program Assistant positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Youth Program Assistant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Youth Program Assistant

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$46,476	$22.0	20%

Youth Program Assistant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Youth Program 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.

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$35,014

Average $38,730/year

$42,648

$2,918

Average $3,228/month

$3,554

$673

Average $745/week

$820

$17

Average $19/hour

$21

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$42,648	$3,554	$820	$21
Average	$38,730	$3,228	$745	$19
25th Percentile	$35,014	$2,918	$673	$17

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