As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Development Assistant in Springfield, MO is $38,619, equivalent to $19 per hour, $743 weekly, or $3,218 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 Springfield, MO vary widely, spanning from $28,782 to $51,332. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($33,470) and 75th percentile ($45,273), while top earners (90th percentile) make $51,332 per year. This $11,803 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, Springfield Development Assistant often earn 6.7% lower than national averages. However, Springfield currently ranks 768 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 $28,782 Springfield, MO April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $33,470 Springfield, MO April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $38,619 Springfield, MO April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $45,273 Springfield, MO April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $51,332 Springfield, MO April 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 Springfield, Missouri    Springfield is the third-largest city in the state of Missouri and the county seat of Greene County. As of the 2010 census, its population was 159,498....More

Springfield, Missouri  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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