As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Communications Assistant in Alpena, SD is $92,403, equivalent to $44 per hour, $1,777 weekly, or $7,700 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 Alpena, SD vary widely, spanning from $71,650 to $112,992. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($81,540) and 75th percentile ($103,180), while top earners (90th percentile) make $112,992 per year. This $21,640 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, Alpena Communications Assistant often earn 1.6% lower than national averages. 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 $71,650 Alpena, SD June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Communications Assistant Salary $81,540 Alpena, SD June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Communications Assistant Salary $92,403 Alpena, SD June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Communications Assistant Salary $103,180 Alpena, SD June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Communications Assistant Salary $112,992 Alpena, SD June 01, 2026
25% $81,540 10% $71,650 90% $112,992 75% $103,180 $92,403 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Alpena, South Dakota    Alpena (pronounced al-PEE'-nuh) is a town in Jerauld County, South Dakota, United States. The population was 286 at the 2010 census. Alpena is located....More

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