What are the main factors that influence an Administrative Assistant/Records Assistant's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Administrative Assistant/Records Assistant?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Administrative Assistant/Records Assistant roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

How does experience change An Administrative Assistant/Records Assistant's salary?

An Administrative Assistant/Records Assistant's salary grows with experience: starting around $51,854 for beginners, reaching about $55,224 at mid-level, and approach $60,114 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Administrative Assistant/Records Assistant?

Administrative Assistant/Records Assistant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Administrative Assistant/Records Assistant roles are District of Columbia $61,229, California $60,997, Massachusetts $60,184. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Administrative Assistant/Records Assistant roles make?

Salaries for Administrative Assistant/Records Assistant level roles vary by specialization: Administrative Assistant IV: $74,042; Administrative Assistant, Senior: $63,200; Senior Administrative Assistant: $63,143; Administrative Assistant III: $63,124; Administrative Assistant General Administrative: $54,797.

Administrative Assistant/Records Assistant Salary in Colorado

How much does an Administrative Assistant/Records Assistant make in Colorado? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Administrative Assistant/Records Assistant in Colorado is $56,423 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $27.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $69,116
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $50,931 to $63,067
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $45,931

10% $45,931

50% (Median) $56,423

90% $69,116

Administrative Assistant/Records Assistant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$63,067	$5,256	$1,213	$30
Average	$56,423	$4,702	$1,085	$27
25th Percentile	$50,931	$4,244	$979	$24

Salary Factors Salary by Experience Related Job Salaries Top Paying Cities Explore Related Jobs

For HR & Compensation Team

What should I pay?

See how Salary.com helps teams price roles more accurately.

Benchmark Administrative Assistant/Records Assistant with confidence

Get deeper market data to support decisions.

Work Email

Phone No.

Choose a perfect time to talk with a compensation expert.

Book a Demo

Check out Administrative Assistant/Records Assistant Job Openings in Colorado

Administrative Assistant

Ouray Hot Springs Pool – Ouray, CO

Administrative Assistant

IES Residential, Inc. – Littleton, CO

Administrative Assistant

AdventHealth Porter – Englewood, CO

Administrative Assistant

Workoo Technologies – Denver, CO

Key Factors That Influence Administrative Assistant/Records Assistant Salaries

An Administrative Assistant/Records 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 Administrative Assistant/Records Assistant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Administrative Assistant/Records 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): $51,854
Early Career (1-2 years): $52,273
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $55,224
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $58,546
Expert (over 8 years): $60,114

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Entry Level Administrative Assistant/Records Assistant	less than 1 year	$51,854
Early Career Level Administrative Assistant/Records Assistant	1-2 years	$52,273
Mid-Level Level Administrative Assistant/Records Assistant	2-4 years	$55,224
Senior-Level Level Administrative Assistant/Records Assistant	5-8 years	$58,546
Expert Level Administrative Assistant/Records Assistant	over 8 years	$60,114

How Do Administrative Assistant/Records 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 Administrative Assistant/Records Assistants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $61,229.
California: $60,997.
Massachusetts: $60,184.

District of Columbia $61,229 California $60,997 Massachusetts $60,184 Washington $59,963 New Jersey $59,940 Alaska $59,863 Connecticut $59,100 New York $58,790

Hawaii $57,800 Rhode Island $57,336 Maryland $57,021 Minnesota $56,589 Colorado $56,423 Illinois $56,368 Oregon $56,158 Delaware $56,003

New Hampshire $55,906 Virginia $55,688 Pennsylvania $55,052 Nevada $54,731 North Dakota $54,626 Michigan $54,460 Wisconsin $54,399 Vermont $54,278

Texas $53,940 Maine $53,918 Arizona $53,885 Ohio $53,846 Georgia $53,338 Indiana $53,083 Wyoming $53,033 Utah $52,956

Iowa $52,923 Kansas $52,657 Louisiana $52,580 North Carolina $52,552 Missouri $52,541 Florida $52,326 Montana $52,209 Nebraska $52,099

Kentucky $52,038 South Carolina $51,817 Tennessee $51,679 Idaho $51,623 New Mexico $51,220 Oklahoma $51,131 Alabama $50,805 South Dakota $50,257

Arkansas $49,959 West Virginia $49,798 Mississippi $49,317

Top Paying Cities for Administrative Assistant/Records Assistant

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:

Glen Haven: $55,318
Hygiene: $57,241
Johnstown: $55,442

Glen Haven, CO $55,318

Hygiene, CO $57,241

Johnstown, CO $55,442

Laporte, CO $54,827

Livermore, CO $54,649

Loveland, CO $55,269

Lyons, CO $57,141

Masonville, CO $54,862

Mead, CO $56,072

Milliken, CO $55,365

Niwot, CO $57,690

Red Feather Lakes, CO $54,800

Severance, CO $54,906

Timnath, CO $54,835

Wellington, CO $54,528

Windsor, CO $54,914

Brighton, CO $56,275

Ault, CO $54,810

Briggsdale, CO $54,825

Carr, CO $53,882

Eastlake, CO $56,422

Eaton, CO $54,983

Evans, CO $55,263

Fort Lupton, CO $56,115

Galeton, CO $54,988

Gilcrest, CO $55,564

Gill, CO $55,078

Greeley, CO $55,127

Henderson, CO $56,362

Hudson, CO $55,930

Keenesburg, CO $55,660

Kersey, CO $55,085

La Salle, CO $55,469

Lucerne, CO $55,067

Nunn, CO $54,635

Orchard, CO $54,818

Pierce, CO $54,844

Ohio City, CO $55,409

Parlin, CO $55,148

Penrose, CO $54,666

Pitkin, CO $55,340

Poncha Springs, CO $54,965

Powderhorn, CO $55,033

Rockvale, CO $54,418

Sargents, CO $54,872

Twin Lakes, CO $56,684

Westcliffe, CO $54,449

Wetmore, CO $54,098

Durango, CO $55,187

Cahone, CO $55,051

Cortez, CO $55,010

Dolores, CO $55,141

Dove Creek, CO $54,997

Egnar, CO $55,027

Hesperus, CO $54,705

Lewis, CO $55,149

Mancos, CO $55,009

Marvel, CO $54,703

Mesa Verde National Park, CO $54,724

Pleasant View, CO $54,893

Rico, CO $55,154

Towaoc, CO $54,780

Yellow Jacket, CO $55,083

Montrose, CO $55,360

Austin, CO $55,432

Bedrock, CO $55,013

Cedaredge, CO $55,489

Cory, CO $55,419

Crawford, CO $55,262

Delta, CO $55,359

Eckert, CO $55,446

Hotchkiss, CO $55,412

Lazear, CO $55,370

Naturita, CO $55,125

Norwood, CO $55,146

Nucla, CO $55,209

Olathe, CO $55,298

Ophir, CO $55,206

Ouray, CO $55,197

Paonia, CO $55,666

Paradox, CO $55,044

Placerville, CO $55,155

Redvale, CO $55,172

Ridgway, CO $55,190

Silverton, CO $55,097

Somerset, CO $55,835

Telluride, CO $55,217

Grand Junction, CO $55,701

Platteville, CO $55,688

Roggen, CO $55,113

Weldona, CO $54,688

Wiggins, CO $54,981

Fort Morgan, CO $54,710

Log Lane Village, CO $54,889

Akron, CO $54,314

Amherst, CO $54,139

Atwood, CO $54,504

Brush, CO $54,500

Crook, CO $54,349

Eckley, CO $54,178

Fleming, CO $54,453

Grover, CO $54,410

Haxtun, CO $54,442

Hereford, CO $54,063

Hillrose, CO $54,554

Holyoke, CO $54,277

Idalia, CO $54,005

Iliff, CO $54,492

Julesburg, CO $54,272

Lindon, CO $54,081

Merino, CO $54,551

New Raymer, CO $54,539

Otis, CO $54,362

Ovid, CO $54,291

Padroni, CO $54,353

Paoli, CO $54,442

Peetz, CO $54,338

Sedgwick, CO $54,311

Snyder, CO $54,510

Sterling, CO $54,597

Stoneham, CO $54,542

Vernon, CO $54,056

Woodrow, CO $54,194

Wray, CO $54,164

Yuma, CO $54,346

Anton, CO $54,095

Arapahoe, CO $53,668

Arriba, CO $53,863

Bethune, CO $53,943

Burlington, CO $53,892

Calhan, CO $54,745

Cascade, CO $55,195

Cheyenne Wells, CO $53,746

Cope, CO $54,069

Cripple Creek, CO $55,091

Divide, CO $55,120

Flagler, CO $53,918

Florissant, CO $55,076

Fountain, CO $54,740

Genoa, CO $53,899

Green Mountain Falls, CO $55,181

Guffey, CO $55,016

Hugo, CO $53,569

Joes, CO $54,123

Karval, CO $53,258

Kirk, CO $54,078

Kit Carson, CO $53,679

Limon, CO $54,225

Lake George, CO $55,159

Manitou Springs, CO $55,195

Matheson, CO $54,185

Peyton, CO $55,003

Ramah, CO $53,835

Rush, CO $53,963

Seibert, CO $53,896

Simla, CO $54,431

Stratton, CO $53,949

U S A F Academy, CO $55,192

Victor, CO $55,066

Vona, CO $53,927

Wild Horse, CO $53,576

Woodland Park, CO $55,150

Yoder, CO $54,171

Colorado Springs, CO $55,196

Clifton, CO $55,666

Fruita, CO $55,528

Gateway, CO $55,137

Glade Park, CO $55,328

Loma, CO $55,548

Mack, CO $55,400

Palisade, CO $55,566

Whitewater, CO $55,324

Glenwood Springs, CO $56,238

Dinosaur, CO $55,309

Aspen, CO $57,292

Snowmass Village, CO $57,289

Avon, CO $56,775

Basalt, CO $57,109

Carbondale, CO $56,897

Collbran, CO $55,511

Craig, CO $55,918

De Beque, CO $55,504

Eagle, CO $56,543

Edwards, CO $56,664

Parachute, CO $55,793

Battlement Mesa, CO $55,742

Gypsum, CO $56,261

Hamilton, CO $56,157

Hayden, CO $55,998

Maybell, CO $55,378

Meeker, CO $56,162

Meredith, CO $56,922

Mesa, CO $55,484

Minturn, CO $56,602

Molina, CO $55,451

New Castle, CO $56,044

Rangely, CO $55,534

Red Cliff, CO $56,595

Rifle, CO $55,905

Silt, CO $55,882

Slater, CO $55,652

Snowmass, CO $57,174

Wolcott, CO $56,576

Woody Creek, CO $57,288

Vail, CO $56,845

Pueblo, CO $53,520

Colorado City, CO $53,886

Aguilar, CO $54,121

Arlington, CO $53,168

Avondale, CO $53,663

Beulah, CO $53,889

Boncarbo, CO $54,148

Boone, CO $53,837

Branson, CO $53,705

Campo, CO $53,506

Cheraw, CO $53,608

Crowley, CO $53,723

Eads, CO $53,647

Fort Lyon, CO $53,587

Fowler, CO $53,741

Gardner, CO $54,267

Granada, CO $53,767

Hartman, CO $53,870

Hasty, CO $53,705

Haswell, CO $53,388

Hoehne, CO $54,060

Holly, CO $53,700

Kim, CO $53,649

La Junta, CO $53,684

Lamar, CO $53,848

Las Animas, CO $53,654

La Veta, CO $54,362

Mc Clave, CO $53,714

Manzanola, CO $53,643

Model, CO $53,725

Olney Springs, CO $53,551

Ordway, CO $53,284

Pritchett, CO $53,652

Rocky Ford, CO $53,565

Rye, CO $53,969

Sheridan Lake, CO $53,668

Springfield, CO $53,762

Sugar City, CO $53,142

Swink, CO $53,631

Trinchera, CO $53,829

Trinidad, CO $54,062

Two Buttes, CO $53,759

Vilas, CO $53,751

Walsenburg, CO $54,075

Walsh, CO $53,695

Weston, CO $54,250

Wiley, CO $53,664

Alamosa, CO $54,775

Antonito, CO $54,740

Arboles, CO $54,851

Arvada, CO $56,424

Aurora, CO $56,385

Bayfield, CO $55,005

Broomfield, CO $56,672

Commerce City, CO $56,291

Dupont, CO $56,399

Eldorado Springs, CO $57,742

Lafayette, CO $57,230

Louisville, CO $57,300

Westminster, CO $56,398

Wheat Ridge, CO $56,395

Agate, CO $54,397

Bennett, CO $55,811

Byers, CO $55,145

Castle Rock, CO $55,389

Deer Trail, CO $54,781

Elbert, CO $55,039

Elizabeth, CO $55,503

Englewood, CO $56,385

Franktown, CO $55,353

Kiowa, CO $55,104

Larkspur, CO $55,209

Littleton, CO $56,329

Lone Tree, CO $56,181

Louviers, CO $56,103

Monument, CO $55,155

Palmer Lake, CO $55,161

Parker, CO $55,975

Sedalia, CO $55,417

Strasburg, CO $55,634

Watkins, CO $56,051

Denver, CO $56,379

Thornton, CO $56,423

Boulder, CO $58,020

Golden, CO $56,391

Alma, CO $56,073

Bailey, CO $55,946

Black Hawk, CO $56,954

Bond, CO $56,571

Breckenridge, CO $56,193

Buffalo Creek, CO $55,753

Burns, CO $56,208

Central City, CO $56,634

Clark, CO $55,675

Climax, CO $56,258

Coalmont, CO $55,579

Como, CO $55,389

Conifer, CO $56,092

Cowdrey, CO $55,354

Dillon, CO $56,160

Dumont, CO $56,432

Evergreen, CO $56,293

Empire, CO $56,174

Fairplay, CO $55,441

Fraser, CO $56,238

Frisco, CO $56,506

Georgetown, CO $56,132

Granby, CO $56,088

Grand Lake, CO $56,057

Grant, CO $55,658

Hartsel, CO $55,145

Hot Sulphur Springs, CO $56,013

Idaho Springs, CO $56,336

Idledale, CO $56,333

Indian Hills, CO $56,304

Jamestown, CO $57,927

Jefferson, CO $55,542

Kittredge, CO $56,309

Kremmling, CO $56,007

Leadville, CO $56,189

Mc Coy, CO $56,199

Morrison, CO $56,292

Nederland, CO $57,400

Oak Creek, CO $56,099

Parshall, CO $56,340

Phippsburg, CO $56,154

Pine, CO $55,820

Pinecliffe, CO $57,670

Rand, CO $55,583

Rollinsville, CO $57,132

Shawnee, CO $55,807

Silver Plume, CO $55,895

Steamboat Springs, CO $55,994

Tabernash, CO $56,369

Toponas, CO $56,133

Walden, CO $55,500

Ward, CO $57,249

Winter Park, CO $56,442

Yampa, CO $56,209

Silverthorne, CO $56,458

Longmont, CO $57,018

Allenspark, CO $56,759

Estes Park, CO $55,907

Bellvue, CO $55,191

Berthoud, CO $55,868

Dacono, CO $56,519

Drake, CO $55,211

Erie, CO $56,772

Firestone, CO $56,379

Fort Collins, CO $54,797

Frederick, CO $56,381

Blanca, CO $54,581

Capulin, CO $54,861

Center, CO $54,816

Chama, CO $54,394

Chimney Rock, CO $54,874

Chromo, CO $54,505

Conejos, CO $54,706

Creede, CO $54,993

Crestone, CO $54,606

Del Norte, CO $54,874

Fort Garland, CO $54,458

San Luis, CO $54,237

Homelake, CO $54,822

Hooper, CO $54,640

Ignacio, CO $54,768

Jaroso, CO $54,356

La Jara, CO $54,794

Manassa, CO $54,739

Moffat, CO $54,678

Monte Vista, CO $54,855

Mosca, CO $54,571

Pagosa Springs, CO $54,869

Romeo, CO $54,900

Saguache, CO $54,867

Sanford, CO $54,592

San Pablo, CO $54,312

South Fork, CO $54,929

Villa Grove, CO $54,752

Salida, CO $54,967

Almont, CO $56,382

Buena Vista, CO $56,296

Canon City, CO $54,722

Cimarron, CO $55,091

Coal Creek, CO $54,397

Coaldale, CO $54,832

Cotopaxi, CO $54,679

Crested Butte, CO $56,678

Florence, CO $54,311

Monarch, CO $55,082

Granite, CO $55,908

Gunnison, CO $55,134

Hillside, CO $54,658

Howard, CO $54,931

Lake City, CO $55,088

Nathrop, CO $55,132

Administrative Assistant/Records Assistant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Administrative Assistant/Records Assistant roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 65% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Administrative Assistant/Records Assistant positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Administrative Assistant/Records Assistant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Administrative Assistant/Records Assistant

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$70,529	$34.0	25%
Internet	$67,708	$33.0	20%
Software & Networking	$67,708	$33.0	20%
Energy & Utilities	$64,887	$31.0	15%
Aerospace & Defense	$62,066	$30.0	10%

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

Understanding how an Administrative Assistant/Records 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.

$50,931

Average $56,423/year

$63,067

$4,244

Average $4,702/month

$5,256

$979

Average $1,085/week

$1,213

$24

Average $27/hour

$30

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$63,067	$5,256	$1,213	$30
Average	$56,423	$4,702	$1,085	$27
25th Percentile	$50,931	$4,244	$979	$24

Find Your Next Administrative Assistant/Records Assistant Job

Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Administrative Assistant/Records Assistant job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.

Blue Ox | Denver, CO

Administrative Assistant

Blue Ox | Denver, CO

Job Title:Administrative Assistant (Entry Level)Company: Blue OxLocation: Denver, COPay: $15&OpenCurlyDoubleQuote. 17 per hourEmployment Type: Full-TimeAbo... more

4 Days Ago
Mercer Advisors | Denver, CO

Administrative Assistant

Mercer Advisors | Denver, CO

Administrative Assistant (Estate Planning Operations Specialist)For 40 years, Mercer Advisors has worked with families to help them amplify and simplify th... more

4 Days Ago
NOV, Inc. | Brighton, CO

Administrative Assistant

NOV, Inc. | Brighton, CO

Job DescriptionResponsible for administrative duties involving the inventory control and tracking of materials with the use of the GOLD system for Oxy with... more

4 Days Ago
Solvista Health | Canon City, CO

Administrative Assistant

Solvista Health | Canon City, CO

Job TypeFull-timeDescriptionGeneral PurposeThe Administrative Assistant provides administrative and secretarial support for Solvista Health, works as part ... more

4 Days Ago
Grand Fire Protection District No. 1 | Granby, CO

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Grand Fire Protection District No. 1 | Granby, CO

Full Time. FLSA Non-Exempt. ($21.00 - 26.44/hour DOQ/E).Grand Fire and Grand Lake Fire are seeking qualified applicants for the position of Administrative ... more

5 Days Ago
Superior Drywall, Inc. | Rifle, CO

Administrative Assistant

Superior Drywall, Inc. | Rifle, CO

Position Overview We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Office Administrative Assistant to support our preconstruction, project management, and g... more

5 Days Ago

For Employees

Analyze the market and your qualifications to negotiate your salary with confidence.

Get a Salary Increase

Search thousands of open positions to find your next opportunity.

Search Job Openings

For Employers

Individualize employee pay based on unique job requirements and personal qualifications.

Adjust Employee Salary

Get the latest market price for benchmark jobs and jobs in your industry.

Price My Industry Jobs

Where Does Our Salary Data Come From?

Salary.com salary estimates, histograms, trends, and comparisons are derived from both employer job postings and third-party data sources. We also provide multiple percentiles of salary information for your reference, click here to know Why the Salary Midpoint Formula Is Crucial to Getting Pay Equity Right. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Are you an HR manager or compensation specialist?

Salary.com's CompAnalyst platform offers:

Detailed skills and competency reports for specific positions
Job and employee pricing reports
Compensation data tools, salary structures, surveys and benchmarks.

Learn about

Salary Search

Salary Calculator Tools

Know Your Worth

Advance at Work

Explore Career Path

Land Your Next Role

Software + AI

Data

Survey Catalogue

Administrative Assistant/Records Assistant Salary in Colorado

Check out Administrative Assistant/Records Assistant Job Openings in Colorado

Key Factors That Influence Administrative Assistant/Records Assistant Salaries

How Experience Level Affects Administrative Assistant/Records Assistant Salaries?

How Do Administrative Assistant/Records Assistant Salaries Vary from State to State?

Top Paying Cities for Administrative Assistant/Records Assistant

Administrative Assistant/Records Assistant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

The top paying industries for an Administrative Assistant/Records Assistant

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

Find Your Next Administrative Assistant/Records Assistant Job

For Employees

For Employers

Where Does Our Salary Data Come From?

Are you an HR manager or compensation specialist?

Administrative Assistant/Records Assistant Salary in Colorado

Check out Administrative Assistant/Records Assistant Job Openings in Colorado

Key Factors That Influence Administrative Assistant/Records Assistant Salaries

How Experience Level Affects Administrative Assistant/Records Assistant Salaries?

How Do Administrative Assistant/Records Assistant Salaries Vary from State to State?

Top Paying Cities for Administrative Assistant/Records Assistant

Administrative Assistant/Records Assistant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

The top paying industries for an Administrative Assistant/Records Assistant

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

Salaries of jobs related to Administrative Assistant/Records Assistant

Find Your Next Administrative Assistant/Records Assistant Job

For Employees

For Employers

Where Does Our Salary Data Come From?

Are you an HR manager or compensation specialist?