As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Development Assistant in Philadelphia, PA is $45,437, equivalent to $22 per hour, $874 weekly, or $3,786 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 Philadelphia, PA vary widely, spanning from $33,859 to $60,399. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($39,377) and 75th percentile ($53,269), while top earners (90th percentile) make $60,399 per year. This $13,892 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, Philadelphia Development Assistant often earn 4.8% higher than national averages. However, Philadelphia currently ranks 225 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 $33,859 Philadelphia, PA May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $39,377 Philadelphia, PA May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $45,437 Philadelphia, PA May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $53,269 Philadelphia, PA May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $60,399 Philadelphia, PA May 01, 2026
25% $39,377 10% $33,859 90% $60,399 75% $53,269 $45,437 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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