How much does an A&A Associate make in the United States? As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an A&A Associate in the United States is $83,765 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $108,195
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $74,620 to $96,553
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $66,293

Key Factors That Influence A&A Associate Salaries

An A&A 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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects A&A Associate Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an A&A 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): $77,133
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $77,794
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $78,853
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $80,175
  • Expert (over 8 years): $82,877
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Entry Level A&A Associate less than 1 year $77,133
Early Career Level A&A Associate 1-2 years $77,794
Mid-Level Level A&A Associate 2-4 years $78,853
Senior-Level Level A&A Associate 5-8 years $80,175
Expert Level A&A Associate over 8 years $82,877

Top Paying Cities for A&A Associate

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: $105,653
  • San Francisco: $104,496
  • Oakland: $102,294

A&A Associate Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For A&A Associate roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 0% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit, offers compensation 0% above the average. Conversely, A&A Associate positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view A&A Associate as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an A&A Associate

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg

How Education impacts an A&A Associate's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many A&A Associate professionals enter the field with a Bachelor's degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an A&A Associate with a Bachelor's is between $77,341 and $89,173.

A&A Associate Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for A&A Associate
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Degree 2.9%
High School 2.9%
Associate's Degree 35.3%
Bachelor's Degree 11.8%
Master's Degree or MBA 35.3%
JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent 50%

A&A Associate Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an A&A 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.

  • Hourly
  • Monthly
  • Weekly
  • Yearly
  • Table View
Last Updated on August 01, 2026
$74,620
Average $83,765/year
$96,553
$6,218
Average $6,980/month
$8,046
$1,435
Average $1,611/week
$1,857
$36
Average $40/hour
$46
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $96,553 $8,046 $1,857 $46
Average $83,765 $6,980 $1,611 $40
25th Percentile $74,620 $6,218 $1,435 $36

Most common benefits for A&A Associate

  • Social Security
  • 401 (k)
  • Disability
  • Healthcare
  • Pension
  • Time Off (days)

Common company salaries for A&A Associate

Here are companies hiring for A&A Associate and their salaries, click below for more details.

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FAQ about A&A Associate

1. What industry pays the highest salary for A&A Associate?

The Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit industry offers the highest average compensation for A&A Associate roles, with salaries approximately 0% above the market median.

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