As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Communications Assistant in Aberdeen, SD is $92,616, equivalent to $45 per hour, $1,781 weekly, or $7,718 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Communications Assistant in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Communications Assistant in Aberdeen, SD vary widely, spanning from $71,816 to $113,253. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($81,728) and 75th percentile ($103,418), while top earners (90th percentile) make $113,253 per year. This $21,690 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Initiative or Microsoft Office, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Aberdeen Communications Assistant often earn 1.8% lower than national averages. However, Aberdeen currently ranks 667 statewide for Communications Assistant job salary. 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
Communications Assistant Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Communications Assistant Salary $71,816 Aberdeen, SD June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Communications Assistant Salary $81,728 Aberdeen, SD June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Communications Assistant Salary $92,616 Aberdeen, SD June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Communications Assistant Salary $103,418 Aberdeen, SD June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Communications Assistant Salary $113,253 Aberdeen, SD June 01, 2026
25% $81,728 10% $71,816 90% $113,253 75% $103,418 $92,616 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Aberdeen, South Dakota    Aberdeen (Lakota: Ablíla) is a city in and the county seat of Brown County, South Dakota, United States, about 125 miles (201 km) northeast of Pierre.....More

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