As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Development Assistant in Burlington, NC is $40,443, equivalent to $19 per hour, $778 weekly, or $3,370 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 Burlington, NC vary widely, spanning from $30,137 to $53,760. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($35,048) and 75th percentile ($47,413), while top earners (90th percentile) make $53,760 per year. This $12,365 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, Burlington Development Assistant often earn 2.3% lower than national averages. However, Burlington currently ranks 654 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 $30,137 Burlington, NC May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $35,048 Burlington, NC May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $40,443 Burlington, NC May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $47,413 Burlington, NC May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $53,760 Burlington, NC May 01, 2026
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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 Burlington, North Carolina    Burlington is a city in Alamance and Guilford counties in the U.S. state of North Carolina. It is the principal city of the Burlington, North Carolina....More

Burlington, North Carolina  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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