As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Development Assistant in Stamford, CT is $49,397, equivalent to $24 per hour, $950 weekly, or $4,116 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 Stamford, CT vary widely, spanning from $36,809 to $65,662. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($42,808) and 75th percentile ($57,910), while top earners (90th percentile) make $65,662 per year. This $15,102 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, Stamford Development Assistant often earn 6.1% higher than national averages. However, Stamford currently ranks 26 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 $36,809 Stamford, CT May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $42,808 Stamford, CT May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $49,397 Stamford, CT May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $57,910 Stamford, CT May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $65,662 Stamford, CT May 01, 2026
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    Development Assistant

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

  2. Up a level:

    Development and Fundraising Supervisor

    3 - 5 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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About Stamford, Connecticut    Stamford (/ˈstæmfərd/) is a city in Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States. According to the 2010 census, the population of the city is 122,643....More

Stamford, Connecticut  area prices were up 1.7% from a year ago

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