As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Communications Assistant in Los Angeles, CA is $110,636, equivalent to $53 per hour, $2,128 weekly, or $9,220 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 Los Angeles, CA vary widely, spanning from $85,787 to $135,296. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($97,629) and 75th percentile ($123,544), while top earners (90th percentile) make $135,296 per year. This $25,915 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, Los Angeles Communications Assistant often earn 0.2% higher than national averages. However, Los Angeles currently ranks 69 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 $85,787 Los Angeles, CA September 01, 2026
25th Percentile Communications Assistant Salary $97,629 Los Angeles, CA September 01, 2026
50th Percentile Communications Assistant Salary $110,636 Los Angeles, CA September 01, 2026
75th Percentile Communications Assistant Salary $123,544 Los Angeles, CA September 01, 2026
90th Percentile Communications Assistant Salary $135,296 Los Angeles, CA September 01, 2026
25% $97,629 10% $85,787 90% $135,296 75% $123,544 $110,636 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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