What are the main factors that influence an Administrative Support Assistant's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Administrative Support Assistant?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Administrative Support Assistant roles, with salaries approximately 15% above the market median.

How does experience change An Administrative Support Assistant's salary?

An Administrative Support Assistant's salary grows with experience: an Administrative Support Assistant (0-1 years)earns $46,640, an Administrative Assistant II (1-3 years)earns $54,844, an Administrative Assistant III (3-5 years)earns $65,278, an Administrative Assistant IV (5-7 years)earns $76,571,

What are the highest paying states for an Administrative Support Assistant?

Administrative Support Assistant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Administrative Support Assistant roles are District of Columbia $51,354, California $51,159, Massachusetts $50,477. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Administrative Support Assistant roles make?

Salaries for Administrative Support Assistant level roles vary by specialization: Trust Administrative Support Assistant III: $69,260; Administrative Program Support Assistant: $65,160; Trust Administrative Support Assistant II: $60,400; Assistant Manager - Administrative and Support: $59,829; Administrative Assistant Support Staff: $53,898.

Administrative Support Assistant Salary in Delaware

How much does an Administrative Support Assistant make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Administrative Support Assistant in Delaware is $46,971 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $23.

However, an Administrative Support Assistant's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $55,569
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $42,559 to $51,471
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $38,543

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Administrative Support Assistant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$51,471	$4,289	$990	$25
Average	$46,971	$3,914	$903	$23
25th Percentile	$42,559	$3,547	$818	$20

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Key Factors That Influence Administrative Support Assistant Salaries

An Administrative Support Assistant's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Administrative Support Assistant Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Administrative Support Assistants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $51,354.
California: $51,159.
Massachusetts: $50,477.

District of Columbia $51,354 California $51,159 Massachusetts $50,477 Washington $50,292 New Jersey $50,273 Alaska $50,208 Connecticut $49,568 New York $49,308

Hawaii $48,478 Rhode Island $48,089 Maryland $47,824 Minnesota $47,462 Colorado $47,323 Illinois $47,277 Oregon $47,101 Delaware $46,971

New Hampshire $46,889 Virginia $46,706 Pennsylvania $46,173 Nevada $45,904 North Dakota $45,816 Michigan $45,677 Wisconsin $45,626 Vermont $45,524

Texas $45,241 Maine $45,222 Arizona $45,194 Ohio $45,162 Georgia $44,735 Indiana $44,522 Wyoming $44,480 Utah $44,415

Iowa $44,387 Kansas $44,165 Louisiana $44,100 North Carolina $44,077 Missouri $44,067 Florida $43,886 Montana $43,789 Nebraska $43,696

Kentucky $43,645 South Carolina $43,460 Tennessee $43,344 Idaho $43,297 New Mexico $42,959 Oklahoma $42,885 Alabama $42,611 South Dakota $42,152

Arkansas $41,901 West Virginia $41,767 Mississippi $41,363

Top Paying Cities for Administrative Support Assistants

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $46,759
Little Creek: $47,102
Magnolia: $47,034

Lincoln, DE $46,759 Little Creek, DE $47,102 Magnolia, DE $47,034 Milford, DE $46,878 Marydel, DE $46,955 Millsboro, DE $46,563 Millville, DE $46,635 Milton, DE $46,716

Nassau, DE $46,750 Ocean View, DE $46,627 Rehoboth Beach, DE $46,717 Seaford, DE $46,743 Selbyville, DE $46,550 Smyrna, DE $47,134 Viola, DE $46,917 Woodside, DE $47,043

Bear, DE $46,935 Newark, DE $46,917 Claymont, DE $47,013 Delaware City, DE $46,964 Hockessin, DE $46,913 Kirkwood, DE $46,955 Middletown, DE $46,973 Montchanin, DE $46,923

New Castle, DE $46,930 Odessa, DE $46,996 Port Penn, DE $47,028 Rockland, DE $46,928 Saint Georges, DE $46,958 Townsend, DE $47,031 Winterthur, DE $46,934 Lewes, DE $46,734

Wilmington, DE $46,915 Dover, DE $47,102 Dover Afb, DE $46,853 Bethany Beach, DE $46,578 Bethel, DE $46,626 Bridgeville, DE $46,736 Camden Wyoming, DE $46,969 Cheswold, DE $47,086

Clayton, DE $47,088 Dagsboro, DE $46,545 Delmar, DE $46,471 Ellendale, DE $46,612 Felton, DE $46,874 Fenwick Island, DE $46,556 Frankford, DE $46,474 Frederica, DE $46,921

Georgetown, DE $46,528 Greenwood, DE $46,743 Harbeson, DE $46,577 Harrington, DE $46,815 Hartly, DE $46,961 Houston, DE $46,748 Kenton, DE $47,090 Laurel, DE $46,500

Yorklyn, DE $46,927

Administrative Support Assistant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Administrative Support Assistant roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Telecom sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 15% above the average. In contrast, Administrative Support Assistant positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Administrative Support Assistant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Administrative Support Assistant

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$54,016	$26.0	15%
Telecom	$54,016	$26.0	15%
Biotechnology	$51,668	$25.0	10%
Energy & Utilities	$51,668	$25.0	10%
Internet	$51,668	$25.0	10%

Administrative Support Assistant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Administrative Support Assistant's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

$42,559

Average $46,971/year

$51,471

$3,547

Average $3,914/month

$4,289

$818

Average $903/week

$990

$20

Average $23/hour

$25

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$51,471	$4,289	$990	$25
Average	$46,971	$3,914	$903	$23
25th Percentile	$42,559	$3,547	$818	$20

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