As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Data Assistant in Newark, NJ is $89,024, equivalent to $43 per hour, $1,712 weekly, or $7,419 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Data Assistant in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Data Assistant in Newark, NJ vary widely, spanning from $64,411 to $93,018. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($76,141) and 75th percentile ($91,115), while top earners (90th percentile) make $93,018 per year. This $14,974 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, Newark Data Assistant often earn 4.5% higher than national averages. However, Newark currently ranks 33 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 $64,411 Newark, NJ February 01, 2026
25th Percentile Data Assistant Salary $76,141 Newark, NJ February 01, 2026
50th Percentile Data Assistant Salary $89,024 Newark, NJ February 01, 2026
75th Percentile Data Assistant Salary $91,115 Newark, NJ February 01, 2026
90th Percentile Data Assistant Salary $93,018 Newark, NJ February 01, 2026
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About Newark, New Jersey    Newark (/ˈnjuːərk/,[24] locally /njʊərk/)[25] is the most populous city in the U.S. state of New Jersey and the seat of Essex County.[26] As one of th....More

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