As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Development Assistant in Paterson, NJ is $49,515, equivalent to $24 per hour, $952 weekly, or $4,126 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 Paterson, NJ vary widely, spanning from $36,893 to $65,818. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($42,908) and 75th percentile ($58,049), while top earners (90th percentile) make $65,818 per year. This $15,141 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, Paterson Development Assistant often earn 4.8% higher than national averages. However, Paterson currently ranks 22 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 $36,893 Paterson, NJ August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $42,908 Paterson, NJ August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $49,515 Paterson, NJ August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $58,049 Paterson, NJ August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $65,818 Paterson, NJ 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 Paterson, New Jersey    Paterson is the largest city in and the county seat of Passaic County, New Jersey, United States. As of the 2010 United States Census, its population ....More

Paterson, New Jersey  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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