As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Administrative Specialist in the US is $56,398, equivalent to $27 per hour, $1,085 weekly, or $4,700 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Administrative Specialist in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Administrative Specialist in the US vary widely, spanning from $45,468 to $68,602. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($50,677) and 75th percentile ($62,786), while top earners (90th percentile) make $68,602 per year. This $12,109 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Accounting, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Administrative Specialist often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 68 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Administrative Specialist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Administrative Specialist Salary $45,468 US June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Administrative Specialist Salary $50,677 US June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Administrative Specialist Salary $56,398 US June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Administrative Specialist Salary $62,786 US June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Administrative Specialist Salary $68,602 US June 01, 2026
25% $50,677 10% $45,468 90% $68,602 75% $62,786 $56,398 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is an Administrative Specialist ?

A person responsible for providing various kinds of administrative assistance is called the Administrative Assistant (Admin Assistant) or also sometimes an Administrative Support Specialist....

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