As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Development Assistant in Washington Navy Yard, DC is $48,217, equivalent to $23 per hour, $927 weekly, or $4,018 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 Washington Navy Yard, DC vary widely, spanning from $35,936 to $64,089. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($41,789) and 75th percentile ($56,525), while top earners (90th percentile) make $64,089 per year. This $14,736 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.

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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 $35,936 Washington Navy Yard, DC April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $41,789 Washington Navy Yard, DC April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $48,217 Washington Navy Yard, DC April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $56,525 Washington Navy Yard, DC April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Development Assistant Salary $64,089 Washington Navy Yard, DC 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 Washington Navy Yard, District of Columbia    The Washington Navy Yard (WNY) is the former shipyard and ordnance plant of the United States Navy in Southeast Washington, D.C. It is the oldest shor....More

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