Office Assitant Salary in Detroit, Michigan

How much does an Office Assitant make in Detroit, MI?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for an Office Assitant in Detroit, MI is $44,536. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $40,399 to $49,868, with most professionals earning between $36,632 and $54,722.

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What is an Office Assitant?

An office assistant is responsible for providing administrative and clerical support to ensure the efficient operation of the office. This includes managing and organizing files, scheduling appointments, answering phones, and handling correspondence. They may also assist with basic bookkeeping tasks, such as processing invoices and maintaining financial records. Additionally, office assistants may be tasked with ordering office supplies, coordinating meetings and events, and performing other general office duties as needed. Strong organizational and communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask are essential for success in this role.

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What does an Office Assitant do?

Common responsibilities of an Office Assitant

Greet and assist visitors to the office, providing information and directing them to the appropriate person or department.

September 11, 2023

Answer and direct phone calls, take messages, and provide information to callers.

September 14, 2023

Handle incoming and outgoing mail, including sorting, distributing, and processing as necessary.

September 20, 2023

Schedule and coordinate meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements for office staff.

October 04, 2023

Assist with basic IT support, such as troubleshooting computer and printer issues.

October 05, 2023

Perform other duties as assigned by office management or staff.

October 15, 2023

Maintain office supplies and equipment, including ordering and restocking as needed.

October 23, 2023

Assist with basic administrative tasks, such as filing, data entry, and document preparation.

November 03, 2023

Assist with basic bookkeeping tasks, such as processing invoices and expense reports.

November 09, 2023

Coordinate and organize office events, such as staff meetings, trainings, and social gatherings.

November 19, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Office Assitant in Detroit, MI

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

40399

49868

44536

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

40820

51019

45334

What is the average salary for Office Assitant in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Office Assitant in Detroit, MI. The base salary for Office Assitant ranges from $40,399 to $49,868 with the average base salary of $44,536. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $40,820 to $51,019 with the average total cash compensation of $45,334.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$44,536	$40,399 - $49,868
Bonus	$798	$421 - $1,151
Total Pay	$45,334	$40,820 - $51,019

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Office Assitant Salary Near Detroit, MI

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Detroit, MI
CITY, STATE Dearborn, MI	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $40,523 - $50,021	COMPARE TO Detroit, MI
CITY, STATE Dearborn Heights, MI	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $40,502 - $49,995	COMPARE TO Detroit, MI
CITY, STATE Livonia, MI	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $40,395 - $49,863	COMPARE TO Detroit, MI
CITY, STATE Taylor, MI	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $40,459 - $49,942	COMPARE TO Detroit, MI
CITY, STATE Westland, MI	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $40,780 - $50,338	COMPARE TO Detroit, MI
CITY, STATE Southfield, MI	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $40,437 - $49,916	COMPARE TO Detroit, MI

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About Detroit, Michigan

Detroit (/dɪˈtrɔɪt/, locally also /ˈdiːtrɔɪt/; French: Détroit, lit. 'strait') is the largest and most populous city in the U.S. state of Michigan, the largest United States city on the United States–Canada border, and the seat of Wayne County. The municipality of Detroit had a 2017 estimated population of 673,104, making it the 23rd-most populous city in the United States. The metropolitan area, known as Metro Detroit, is home to 4.3 million people, making it the second-largest in the Midwest after the Chicago metropolitan area. Regarded as a major cultural center, Detroit is known for its co...

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