As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Communications Assistant in Passaic, NJ is $113,774, equivalent to $55 per hour, $2,188 weekly, or $9,481 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 Passaic, NJ vary widely, spanning from $88,222 to $139,125. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($100,399) and 75th percentile ($127,044), while top earners (90th percentile) make $139,125 per year. This $26,645 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, Passaic Communications Assistant often earn 4.8% higher than national averages. However, Passaic currently ranks 19 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 $88,222 Passaic, NJ June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Communications Assistant Salary $100,399 Passaic, NJ June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Communications Assistant Salary $113,774 Passaic, NJ June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Communications Assistant Salary $127,044 Passaic, NJ June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Communications Assistant Salary $139,125 Passaic, NJ June 01, 2026
25% $100,399 10% $88,222 90% $139,125 75% $127,044 $113,774 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Passaic, New Jersey    According to the United States Census Bureau, the city had a total area of 3.244 square miles (8.401 km2), including 3.146 square miles (8.149 km2) of....More

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