As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Data Assistant in Columbia, SC is $72,585, equivalent to $35 per hour, $1,396 weekly, or $6,049 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Data Assistant in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Data Assistant in Columbia, SC vary widely, spanning from $52,558 to $75,899. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($62,102) and 75th percentile ($74,320), while top earners (90th percentile) make $75,899 per year. This $12,218 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or ERP, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Columbia Data Assistant often earn 1.4% lower than national averages. However, Columbia currently ranks 674 statewide for Data 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
Data Assistant Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Data Assistant Salary $52,558 Columbia, SC May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Data Assistant Salary $62,102 Columbia, SC May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Data Assistant Salary $72,585 Columbia, SC May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Data Assistant Salary $74,320 Columbia, SC May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Data Assistant Salary $75,899 Columbia, SC May 01, 2026
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    Bachelor's Degree

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About Columbia, South Carolina    One of Columbia's more prominent geographical features is its fall line, the boundary between the upland Piedmont region and the Atlantic Coastal Plai....More

Columbia, South Carolina  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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