As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Development Assistant in Lawrence, MA is $46,008, equivalent to $22 per hour, $885 weekly, or $3,834 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 Lawrence, MA vary widely, spanning from $34,284 to $61,157. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($39,871) and 75th percentile ($53,938), while top earners (90th percentile) make $61,157 per year. This $14,067 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, Lawrence Development Assistant often earn 2.9% higher than national averages. However, Lawrence currently ranks 183 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 $34,284 Lawrence, MA May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $39,871 Lawrence, MA May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $46,008 Lawrence, MA May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $53,938 Lawrence, MA May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $61,157 Lawrence, MA May 01, 2026
25% $39,871 10% $34,284 90% $61,157 75% $53,938 $46,008 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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About Lawrence, Massachusetts    According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 7.4 square miles (19 km2), of which 7.0 square miles (18 km2) is land and 0....More

Lawrence, Massachusetts  area prices were up 1.6% from a year ago

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