Collections Assistant Salary in the United States

How much does a Collections Assistant make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Collections Assistant in the United States is $42,925 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $21.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $52,109
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $38,622 to $47,732
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $34,703
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Collections Assistant Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
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Weekly
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Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $47,732 $3,978 $918 $23
Average $42,925 $3,577 $825 $21
25th Percentile $38,622 $3,218 $743 $19
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Key Factors That Influence Collections Assistant Salaries

A Collections 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 Experience Level Affects Collections Assistant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Collections Assistant's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $42,572
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $48,974
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $56,268
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $73,032
  • Expert (over 8 years): $108,773
Levels Salary
Collectio... Level Collections Assistant$42,572
Credit an... Level Collections Assistant$48,974
Credit an... Level Collections Assistant$56,268
Credit an... Level Collections Assistant$73,032
Credit an... Level Collections Assistant$108,773
$42,572 0 yr
$48,974 < 2 yrs
$56,268 2-4 yrs
$73,032 5-8 yrs
$108,773 > 8 yrs
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How Do Collections 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 Collections Assistants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $47,527.
  • California: $47,346.
  • Massachusetts: $46,715.

Top Paying Cities for Collections 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:

  • San Jose: $54,142
  • San Francisco: $53,549
  • Oakland: $52,420

What Skills Can Increase a Collections Assistant's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 7.91% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Microsoft Excel (Mentioned in 3.6% Job Postings): Microsoft Excel is a spreadsheet developed by Microsoft for Windows, macOS, Android and iOS. It features calculation or computation capabilities, graphing tools, pivot tables, and a macro programming language called Visual Basic for Applications.
  • Financial Statement Analysis (Mentioned in 1.44% Job Postings): Financial statement analysis evaluates a company's performance or value through a company's balance sheet, or statement of cash flows. It is used to analyze whether an entity is stable, solvent, liquid, or profitable enough to a monetary investment.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 7.91%
Microsoft Excel 3.6%
Financial Statement Analysis 1.44%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Collections Assistant's salary.
  • Leadership Development: Can increase your salary by up to 29%.
  • Financial Analysis: Can increase your salary by up to 21%.
  • Financial Statements: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Leadership Development
$55,374
29%
Financial Analysis
$51,939
21%
Financial Statements
$48,076
12%
Talent Acquisition
$47,647
11%
Economics
$47,647
11%
Dispute Management
$47,647
11%
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Collections Assistant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Collections Assistant roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 45% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Collections Assistant positions in Retail & Wholesale or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Collections Assistant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Collections Assistant

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense$51,510$25.020%
Pharmaceuticals$51,510$25.020%
Energy & Utilities$49,364$24.015%
Insurance$49,364$24.015%
Biotechnology$47,218$23.010%

Collections Assistant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Collections 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

Salary Trends for Collections Assistant

Salaries for a Collections Assistant can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $37,514 in 2023 to around $37,924 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Collections Assistant salary trends, .

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  • JPMorganChase

    Columbus, OH

    JPMorganChase | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

    MD Staff, LLC | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

    eviCore healthcare | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

    C.R. England | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

    Maxim Healthcare | Columbus, OH

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  • Schneider

    Columbus, OH

    Schneider | Columbus, OH

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FAQ about Collections Assistant

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Collections Assistant?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Collections Assistant roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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