As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Development Assistant in Gainesville, FL is $39,414, equivalent to $19 per hour, $758 weekly, or $3,285 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 Gainesville, FL vary widely, spanning from $29,370 to $52,392. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($34,156) and 75th percentile ($46,207), while top earners (90th percentile) make $52,392 per year. This $12,051 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, Gainesville Development Assistant often earn 4.4% lower than national averages. However, Gainesville currently ranks 721 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 $29,370 Gainesville, FL May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $34,156 Gainesville, FL May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $39,414 Gainesville, FL May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $46,207 Gainesville, FL May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $52,392 Gainesville, FL May 01, 2026
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Development Assistant

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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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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Development Assistant in Gainesville, FL. The base salary for Development Assistant ranges from $34,156 to $46,207 with the average base salary of $39,414. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $36,708 to $53,234 with the average total cash compensation of $43,853.

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About Gainesville, Florida    Gainesville is located at 29°39'55" North, 82°20'10" West (29.665245, −82.336097), which is roughly the same latitude as Houston, Texas. According to ....More

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