As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Development Assistant in Dover, DE is $45,199, equivalent to $22 per hour, $869 weekly, or $3,767 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 Dover, DE vary widely, spanning from $33,687 to $60,078. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($39,173) and 75th percentile ($52,987), while top earners (90th percentile) make $60,078 per year. This $13,814 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, Dover Development Assistant often earn 2.5% higher than national averages. However, Dover currently ranks 248 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 $33,687 Dover, DE April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $39,173 Dover, DE April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $45,199 Dover, DE April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $52,987 Dover, DE April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $60,078 Dover, DE April 01, 2026
25% $39,173 10% $33,687 90% $60,078 75% $52,987 $45,199 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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  1. This Job:

    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 Dover, Delaware    Dover (/ˈdoʊvər/) is the capital and second-largest city in the U.S. state of Delaware. It is also the county seat of Kent County, and the principal c....More

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