As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Development Assistant in Indianapolis, IN is $42,401, equivalent to $20 per hour, $815 weekly, or $3,533 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 Indianapolis, IN vary widely, spanning from $31,592 to $56,361. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($36,743) and 75th percentile ($49,708), while top earners (90th percentile) make $56,361 per year. This $12,965 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, Indianapolis Development Assistant often earn 1.4% lower than national averages. However, Indianapolis currently ranks 451 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 $31,592 Indianapolis, IN August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $36,743 Indianapolis, IN August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $42,401 Indianapolis, IN August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $49,708 Indianapolis, IN August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $56,361 Indianapolis, IN August 01, 2026
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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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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Development Assistant in Indianapolis, IN. The base salary for Development Assistant ranges from $36,743 to $49,708 with the average base salary of $42,401. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $39,758 to $57,654 with the average total cash compensation of $47,496.

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