As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Development Assistant in Troy, NY is $44,183, equivalent to $21 per hour, $850 weekly, or $3,682 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 Troy, NY vary widely, spanning from $32,924 to $58,732. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($38,290) and 75th percentile ($51,798), while top earners (90th percentile) make $58,732 per year. This $13,508 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, Troy Development Assistant often earn 4.6% higher than national averages. However, Troy currently ranks 286 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 $32,924 Troy, NY May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $38,290 Troy, NY May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $44,183 Troy, NY May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $51,798 Troy, NY May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $58,732 Troy, NY May 01, 2026
25% $38,290 10% $32,924 90% $58,732 75% $51,798 $44,183 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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  1. This Job:

    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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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Development Assistant in Troy, NY. The base salary for Development Assistant ranges from $38,290 to $51,798 with the average base salary of $44,183. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $41,150 to $59,676 with the average total cash compensation of $49,160.

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About Troy, New York    Troy is a city in the U.S. state of New York and the seat of Rensselaer County. The city is located on the western edge of Rensselaer County and on th....More

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