As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Development Assistant in Charleston, SC is $41,361, equivalent to $20 per hour, $795 weekly, or $3,447 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 Charleston, SC vary widely, spanning from $30,821 to $54,980. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($35,844) and 75th percentile ($48,489), while top earners (90th percentile) make $54,980 per year. This $12,645 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, Charleston Development Assistant often earn 1.3% lower than national averages. However, Charleston currently ranks 560 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 $30,821 Charleston, SC May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $35,844 Charleston, SC May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $41,361 Charleston, SC May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $48,489 Charleston, SC May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $54,980 Charleston, SC 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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