As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Development Assistant in Pittsburgh, PA is $42,406, equivalent to $20 per hour, $816 weekly, or $3,534 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 Pittsburgh, PA vary widely, spanning from $31,600 to $56,369. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($36,750) and 75th percentile ($49,715), while top earners (90th percentile) make $56,369 per year. This $12,965 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, Pittsburgh Development Assistant often earn 2.2% lower than national averages. However, Pittsburgh currently ranks 447 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 $31,600 Pittsburgh, PA May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $36,750 Pittsburgh, PA May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $42,406 Pittsburgh, PA May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $49,715 Pittsburgh, PA May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $56,369 Pittsburgh, PA May 01, 2026
25% $36,750 10% $31,600 90% $56,369 75% $49,715 $42,406 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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  1. This Job:

    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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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Development Assistant in Pittsburgh, PA. The base salary for Development Assistant ranges from $36,750 to $49,715 with the average base salary of $42,406. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $39,495 to $57,275 with the average total cash compensation of $47,183.

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