As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Development Assistant in Atlanta, GA is $42,643, equivalent to $21 per hour, $820 weekly, or $3,554 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 Atlanta, GA vary widely, spanning from $31,781 to $56,680. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($36,958) and 75th percentile ($49,990), while top earners (90th percentile) make $56,680 per year. This $13,032 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, Atlanta Development Assistant often earn 1.5% lower than national averages. However, Atlanta currently ranks 429 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 $31,781 Atlanta, GA April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $36,958 Atlanta, GA April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $42,643 Atlanta, GA April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $49,990 Atlanta, GA April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $56,680 Atlanta, GA April 01, 2026
25% $36,958 10% $31,781 90% $56,680 75% $49,990 $42,643 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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