As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Development Assistant in Hartford, CT is $45,995, equivalent to $22 per hour, $885 weekly, or $3,833 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 Hartford, CT vary widely, spanning from $34,274 to $61,138. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($39,860) and 75th percentile ($53,922), while top earners (90th percentile) make $61,138 per year. This $14,062 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, Hartford Development Assistant often earn 1.3% higher than national averages. However, Hartford currently ranks 186 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 $34,274 Hartford, CT September 01, 2026
25th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $39,860 Hartford, CT September 01, 2026
50th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $45,995 Hartford, CT September 01, 2026
75th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $53,922 Hartford, CT September 01, 2026
90th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $61,138 Hartford, CT September 01, 2026
25% $39,860 10% $34,274 90% $61,138 75% $53,922 $45,995 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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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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