What is the hourly salary range of event planner assistant?

As of April 01, 2026, the average hourly pay of event planner assistant in the United States is $18. While Salary.com is seeing that event planner assistant salary in the US can go up to $22 or down to $15, but most earn between $16 and $20. Salary.com shows the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of event planner assistant in the United States.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
event planner assistant Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Hourly Pay Rate Location Last Updated
10th Percentile event planner assistant Salary $15 US April 01, 2026
25th Percentile event planner assistant Salary $16 US April 01, 2026
50th Percentile event planner assistant Salary $18 US April 01, 2026
75th Percentile event planner assistant Salary $20 US April 01, 2026
90th Percentile event planner assistant Salary $22 US April 01, 2026
25% $16 10% $15 90% $22 75% $20 $18 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a event planner assistant ?

An event planner assistant supports the planning and execution of various events, including corporate functions, weddings, and social gatherings. Responsibilities include coordinating logistics, managing vendor relationships, assisting with budgeting, and ensuring timelines are met. The role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and effective communication abilities. Salaries for event planner assistants typically range from $30,000 to $50,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and the complexity of events managed. Entry-level positions may start at the lower ...

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  1. This Job:

    event planner assistant

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

  2. Up a level:

    Meeting/Event Supervisor

    3 - 5 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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Average Hourly Wage

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Average Total Hourly Cash Compensation

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These charts show the average hourly wage (core compensation), as well as the average total hourly cash compensation for the job of event planner assistant in the United States. The average hourly rate for event planner assistant ranges from $16 to $20 with the average hourly pay of $18. The total hourly cash compensation, which includes base and short-term incentives, can vary anywhere from $19 to $26 with the average total hourly cash compensation of $22.

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