As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Development Assistant in Allentown, PA is $43,540, equivalent to $21 per hour, $837 weekly, or $3,628 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Development Assistant in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Development Assistant in Allentown, PA vary widely, spanning from $32,450 to $57,872. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($37,735) and 75th percentile ($51,042), while top earners (90th percentile) make $57,872 per year. This $13,307 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, Allentown Development Assistant often earn 0.4% lower than national averages. However, Allentown currently ranks 349 statewide for Development 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
Development Assistant Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $32,450 Allentown, PA April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $37,735 Allentown, PA April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $43,540 Allentown, PA April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $51,042 Allentown, PA April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $57,872 Allentown, PA April 01, 2026
25% $37,735 10% $32,450 90% $57,872 75% $51,042 $43,540 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Development Assistant

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Development and Fundraising Supervisor

    3 - 5 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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About Allentown, Pennsylvania    Allentown (Pennsylvania Dutch: Allenschteddel) is a city located in Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, United States. It is Pennsylvania's third most populo....More

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