As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Development Assistant in Jackson, MS is $38,745, equivalent to $19 per hour, $745 weekly, or $3,229 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 Jackson, MS vary widely, spanning from $28,868 to $51,501. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($33,575) and 75th percentile ($45,422), while top earners (90th percentile) make $51,501 per year. This $11,847 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, Jackson Development Assistant often earn 0.3% lower than national averages. However, Jackson currently ranks 766 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 $28,868 Jackson, MS August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $33,575 Jackson, MS August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $38,745 Jackson, MS August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $45,422 Jackson, MS August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $51,501 Jackson, MS August 01, 2026
25% $33,575 10% $28,868 90% $51,501 75% $45,422 $38,745 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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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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About Jackson, Mississippi    Jackson is located primarily in northeastern Hinds County, with small portions in Madison and Rankin counties. The Pearl River forms most of the easte....More

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

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