As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Development Assistant in Olympia, WA is $46,175, equivalent to $22 per hour, $888 weekly, or $3,848 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 Olympia, WA vary widely, spanning from $34,414 to $61,374. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($40,018) and 75th percentile ($54,131), while top earners (90th percentile) make $61,374 per year. This $14,113 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, Olympia Development Assistant often earn 2.2% higher than national averages. However, Olympia currently ranks 182 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 $34,414 Olympia, WA April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $40,018 Olympia, WA April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $46,175 Olympia, WA April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $54,131 Olympia, WA April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $61,374 Olympia, WA April 01, 2026
25% $40,018 10% $34,414 90% $61,374 75% $54,131 $46,175 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 Olympia, Washington    Olympia is the capital of the U.S. state of Washington and the county seat of Thurston County. European settlers claimed the area in 1846, with the Tr....More

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