As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Development Assistant in Hattiesburg, MS is $38,053, equivalent to $18 per hour, $732 weekly, or $3,171 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 Hattiesburg, MS vary widely, spanning from $28,360 to $50,579. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($32,979) and 75th percentile ($44,610), while top earners (90th percentile) make $50,579 per year. This $11,631 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, Hattiesburg Development Assistant often earn 2.0% lower than national averages. However, Hattiesburg currently ranks 787 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 $28,360 Hattiesburg, MS April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $32,979 Hattiesburg, MS April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $38,053 Hattiesburg, MS April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $44,610 Hattiesburg, MS April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $50,579 Hattiesburg, MS April 01, 2026
25% $32,979 10% $28,360 90% $50,579 75% $44,610 $38,053 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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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Development Assistant in Hattiesburg, MS. The base salary for Development Assistant ranges from $32,979 to $44,610 with the average base salary of $38,053. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $35,357 to $51,276 with the average total cash compensation of $42,240.

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About Hattiesburg, Mississippi    Hattiesburg is a city in the U.S. state of Mississippi, primarily in Forrest County (where it is the county seat) and extending west into Lamar County....More

Hattiesburg, Mississippi  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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