Education Associate Salary in the United States

How much does an Education Associate make in the United States?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for an Education Associate in the United States is $67,170 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $32.

However, an Education Associate's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $84,555
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $58,330 to $76,270
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $50,282
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Education Associate Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $76,270 $6,356 $1,467 $37
Average $67,170 $5,597 $1,292 $32
25th Percentile $58,330 $4,861 $1,122 $28
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Key Factors That Influence Education Associate Salaries

An Education Associate'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 Education Associate Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Education Associate'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): $63,554
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $64,223
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $65,161
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $66,768
  • Expert (over 8 years): $69,445
Levels Salary
Entry Level Education Associate$63,554
Intermediate Level Education Associate$64,223
Senior Level Education Associate$65,161
Specialist Level Education Associate$66,768
Expert Level Education Associate$69,445
$63,554 0 yr
$64,223 < 2 yrs
$65,161 2-4 yrs
$66,768 5-8 yrs
$69,445 > 8 yrs
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How Do Education Associate 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 Education Associates. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $74,370.
  • California: $74,088.
  • Massachusetts: $73,101.

Top Paying Cities for Education Associates

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: $84,721
  • San Francisco: $83,888
  • Oakland: $82,028

What Skills Can Increase an Education Associate's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Commitment (Mentioned in 11.16% Job Postings): An agreement or pledge to do something in the future a commitment to improve conditions at the prison especially : an engagement to assume a financial obligation at a future date.
  • Classroom Management (Mentioned in 2.24% Job Postings): Classroom Management is a term teachers use to describe the process of ensuring that classroom lessons run smoothly without disruptive behavior from students compromising the delivery of instruction.
  • Tutoring (Mentioned in 1.75% Job Postings): A Tutor is responsible for helping students learn and understand new concepts and complete assignments.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Commitment 11.16%
Classroom Management 2.24%
Tutoring 1.75%
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 an Education Associate's salary.
  • Products and Services: Can increase your salary by up to 13%.
  • Analysis: Can increase your salary by up to 11%.
  • Spring: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Products and Services
$75,902
13%
Analysis
$74,558
11%
Spring
$73,887
10%
Presentation
$73,215
9%
Flexibility
$72,543
8%
Scheduling
$72,543
8%
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Education Associate Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Education Associate'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 April 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Education Associate

Salaries for an Education Associate can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $55,632 in 2023 to around $53,735 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Education Associate salary trends, .

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2024 $54,921
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