As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Development Assistant in Edison, NJ is $48,840, equivalent to $23 per hour, $939 weekly, or $4,070 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 Edison, NJ vary widely, spanning from $36,394 to $64,922. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($42,325) and 75th percentile ($57,258), while top earners (90th percentile) make $64,922 per year. This $14,933 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, Edison Development Assistant often earn 3.5% higher than national averages. However, Edison currently ranks 46 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 $36,394 Edison, NJ May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $42,325 Edison, NJ May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $48,840 Edison, NJ May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $57,258 Edison, NJ May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $64,922 Edison, NJ 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 Edison, New Jersey    According to the United States Census Bureau, the township had a total area of 30.638 square miles (79.351 km2), including 29.940 square miles (77.543....More

Edison, New Jersey  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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