As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Development Assistant in Abingdon, VA is $39,565, equivalent to $19 per hour, $761 weekly, or $3,297 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Development Assistant in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Development Assistant in Abingdon, VA vary widely, spanning from $29,479 to $52,592. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($34,285) and 75th percentile ($46,384), while top earners (90th percentile) make $52,592 per year. This $12,099 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, Abingdon Development Assistant often earn 9.8% lower than national averages. 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
Development Assistant Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $29,479 Abingdon, VA August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $34,285 Abingdon, VA August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $39,565 Abingdon, VA August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $46,384 Abingdon, VA August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $52,592 Abingdon, VA August 01, 2026
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    Development Assistant

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

  2. Up a level:

    Development and Fundraising Supervisor

    3 - 5 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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About Abingdon, Virginia    Abingdon is a town in Washington County, Virginia, United States, 133 miles (214 km) southwest of Roanoke. The population was 8,191 at the 2010 census....More

Abingdon, Virginia  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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