Administrative Assistant/Office Manager Salary in Texas

How much does an Administrative Assistant/Office Manager make in Texas? As of October 01, 2026, the average salary for an Administrative Assistant/Office Manager in Texas is $44,596 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $21.

However, an Administrative Assistant/Office Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $53,122
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $40,598 to $49,059
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $36,958

Key Factors That Influence Administrative Assistant/Office Manager Salaries

An Administrative Assistant/Office Manager'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 Administrative Assistant/Office Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Administrative Assistant/Office Manager'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): $42,602
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $43,541
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $45,340
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $46,890
  • Expert (over 8 years): $47,076
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Entry Level Administrative Assistant/Office Manager less than 1 year $42,602
Early Career Level Administrative Assistant/Office Manager 1-2 years $43,541
Mid-Level Level Administrative Assistant/Office Manager 2-4 years $45,340
Senior-Level Level Administrative Assistant/Office Manager 5-8 years $46,890
Expert Level Administrative Assistant/Office Manager over 8 years $47,076

Top Paying Cities for Administrative Assistant/Office Manager

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:

  • Waka: $40,641
  • Hillsboro: $41,861
  • Austin: $45,268

Administrative Assistant/Office Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Administrative Assistant/Office Manager 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 Aerospace & Defense and Telecom sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 15% above the average. In contrast, Administrative Assistant/Office Manager positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Administrative Assistant/Office Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Administrative Assistant/Office Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense $51,286 $25.0 15%
Telecom $51,286 $25.0 15%
Biotechnology $49,056 $24.0 10%
Energy & Utilities $49,056 $24.0 10%
Internet $49,056 $24.0 10%

Administrative Assistant/Office Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Administrative Assistant/Office Manager'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 October 01, 2026
$40,598
Average $44,596/year
$49,059
$3,383
Average $3,716/month
$4,088
$781
Average $858/week
$943
$20
Average $21/hour
$24
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $49,059 $4,088 $943 $24
Average $44,596 $3,716 $858 $21
25th Percentile $40,598 $3,383 $781 $20

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