How much does an Academic Assistant make?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for an Academic Assistant in the United States is $52,804. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $45,439 to $60,918, with most professionals earning between $38,733 and $68,306.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Academic Assistant Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Academic Assistant Salary $38,733 US April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Academic Assistant Salary $45,439 US April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Academic Assistant Salary $52,804 US April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Academic Assistant Salary $60,918 US April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Academic Assistant Salary $68,306 US April 01, 2025
25% $45,439 10% $38,733 90% $68,306 75% $60,918 $52,804 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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  1. This Job:

    Academic Assistant

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Student Union Manager

    5 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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