Academic Assessment Specialist Salary in California

How much does an Academic Assessment Specialist make in California? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Academic Assessment Specialist in California is $86,714 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $42.

However, an Academic Assessment Specialist's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $98,411
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $77,423 to $92,837
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $68,963

Key Factors That Influence Academic Assessment Specialist Salaries

An Academic Assessment Specialist'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 Academic Assessment Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Academic Assessment Specialist'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): $69,432
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $85,439
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $100,178
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $126,468
  • Expert (over 8 years): $110,228
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
System Documentation Specialist I less than 1 year $69,432
Academic Assessment Specialist 1-2 years $85,439
System Documentation Specialist III 2-4 years $100,178
System Documentation Specialist IV 5-8 years $126,468
System Documentation Supervisor over 8 years $110,228

Top Paying Cities for Academic Assessment Specialist

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:

  • Los Angeles: $86,864
  • West Hollywood: $86,801
  • Dodgertown: $86,863

Academic Assessment Specialist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Academic Assessment Specialist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 26% above the average. In contrast, Academic Assessment Specialist positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Media typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Academic Assessment Specialist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Academic Assessment Specialist

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology $109,260 $53.0 26%
Aerospace & Defense $94,518 $45.0 9%
Internet $92,784 $45.0 7%
Healthcare $91,917 $44.0 6%
Software & Networking $91,917 $44.0 6%

Academic Assessment Specialist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Academic Assessment Specialist'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.

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Last Updated on September 01, 2026
$77,423
Average $86,714/year
$92,837
$6,452
Average $7,226/month
$7,736
$1,489
Average $1,668/week
$1,785
$37
Average $42/hour
$45
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $92,837 $7,736 $1,785 $45
Average $86,714 $7,226 $1,668 $42
25th Percentile $77,423 $6,452 $1,489 $37

Find Your Next Academic Assessment Specialist Job

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