As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Development Assistant in Lawrence, MA is $46,031, equivalent to $22 per hour, $885 weekly, or $3,836 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 $34,296 to $61,187. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($39,889) and 75th percentile ($53,964), while top earners (90th percentile) make $61,187 per year. This $14,075 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 $34,296 Lawrence, MA August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $39,889 Lawrence, MA August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $46,031 Lawrence, MA August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $53,964 Lawrence, MA August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $61,187 Lawrence, MA August 01, 2026
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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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