As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for event planner assistant in Louisville, KY is $36,251, equivalent to $17 per hour, $697 weekly, or $3,021 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for event planner assistant in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for event planner assistant in Louisville, KY vary widely, spanning from $29,678 to $43,539. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($32,810) and 75th percentile ($40,066), while top earners (90th percentile) make $43,539 per year. This $7,256 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Event Marketing, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Louisville event planner assistant often earn 1.6% lower than national averages. However, Louisville currently ranks 538 statewide for event planner 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
event planner assistant Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile event planner assistant Salary $29,678 Louisville, KY January 01, 2026
25th Percentile event planner assistant Salary $32,810 Louisville, KY January 01, 2026
50th Percentile event planner assistant Salary $36,251 Louisville, KY January 01, 2026
75th Percentile event planner assistant Salary $40,066 Louisville, KY January 01, 2026
90th Percentile event planner assistant Salary $43,539 Louisville, KY January 01, 2026
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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 Base Salary

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Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
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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 event planner assistant in Louisville, KY. The base salary for event planner assistant ranges from $32,810 to $40,066 with the average base salary of $36,251. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $37,430 to $51,109 with the average total cash compensation of $42,819.

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