As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Data Assistant in San Diego, CA is $85,074, equivalent to $41 per hour, $1,636 weekly, or $7,090 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 San Diego, CA vary widely, spanning from $61,564 to $89,013. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($72,768) and 75th percentile ($87,136), while top earners (90th percentile) make $89,013 per year. This $14,368 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, San Diego Data Assistant often earn 1.9% higher than national averages. However, San Diego currently ranks 135 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 $61,564 San Diego, CA April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Data Assistant Salary $72,768 San Diego, CA April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Data Assistant Salary $85,074 San Diego, CA April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Data Assistant Salary $87,136 San Diego, CA April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Data Assistant Salary $89,013 San Diego, CA April 01, 2026
25% $72,768 10% $61,564 90% $89,013 75% $87,136 $85,074 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Data Assistant

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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