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

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

How does experience change an Exec Assistant's salary?

An Exec Assistant's salary grows with experience: starting around $92,061 for beginners, reaching about $94,957 at mid-level, and approach $101,947 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Exec Assistant?

Exec Assistant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Exec Assistant roles are District of Columbia $97,731, California $97,360, Massachusetts $96,062. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Exec Assistant roles make?

Salaries for Exec Assistant level roles vary by specialization: Enterprise Architect Exec: $277,664; Account Exec Major Projects: $196,545; Exec Director: $140,208; Physician Assistant - Cardiology: $121,578; Exec Chef & GM: $86,043.

Exec Assistant Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an Exec Assistant make in District of Columbia?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for an Exec Assistant in District of Columbia is $97,731 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $47.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $119,640
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $87,073 to $109,199
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $77,370

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Exec Assistant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$109,199	$9,100	$2,100	$52
Average	$97,731	$8,144	$1,879	$47
25th Percentile	$87,073	$7,256	$1,674	$42

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Key Factors That Influence Exec Assistant Salaries

An Exec 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 Exec Assistant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Exec 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): $92,061
Early Career (1-2 years): $92,865
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $94,957
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $98,068
Expert (over 8 years): $101,947

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Exec Assistant	$92,061
Intermediate Level Exec Assistant	$92,865
Senior Level Exec Assistant	$94,957
Specialist Level Exec Assistant	$98,068
Expert Level Exec Assistant	$101,947

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How Do Exec 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 Exec Assistants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $97,731.
California: $97,360.
Massachusetts: $96,062.

District of Columbia $97,731 California $97,360 Massachusetts $96,062 Washington $95,709 New Jersey $95,674 Alaska $95,550 Connecticut $94,332 New York $93,838

Hawaii $92,258 Rhode Island $91,517 Maryland $91,013 Minnesota $90,325 Colorado $90,060 Illinois $89,972 Oregon $89,636 Delaware $89,389

New Hampshire $89,234 Virginia $88,886 Pennsylvania $87,871 Nevada $87,359 North Dakota $87,191 Michigan $86,927 Wisconsin $86,830 Vermont $86,635

Texas $86,097 Maine $86,062 Arizona $86,009 Ohio $85,947 Georgia $85,135 Indiana $84,729 Wyoming $84,649 Utah $84,526

Iowa $84,473 Kansas $84,049 Louisiana $83,925 North Carolina $83,881 Missouri $83,864 Florida $83,519 Montana $83,334 Nebraska $83,158

Kentucky $83,060 South Carolina $82,707 Tennessee $82,487 Idaho $82,398 New Mexico $81,754 Oklahoma $81,613 Alabama $81,092 South Dakota $80,218

Arkansas $79,742 West Virginia $79,486 Mississippi $78,718

Top Paying Cities for Exec 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:

Parcel Return Service: $97,731
Washington: $97,731
Naval Anacost Annex: $97,731

Parcel Return Service, DC $97,731 Washington, DC $97,731 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $97,731 Washington Navy Yard, DC $97,731

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

Understanding how an Exec 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 January 01, 2026

$87,073

Average $97,731/year

$109,199

$7,256

Average $8,144/month

$9,100

$1,674

Average $1,879/week

$2,100

$42

Average $47/hour

$52

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$109,199	$9,100	$2,100	$52
Average	$97,731	$8,144	$1,879	$47
25th Percentile	$87,073	$7,256	$1,674	$42

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