What are the main factors that influence an Administrative Paraprofessional'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 Paraprofessional?

The Retail & Wholesale industry offers the highest average compensation for Administrative Paraprofessional roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change An Administrative Paraprofessional's salary?

An Administrative Paraprofessional's salary grows with experience: starting around $95,274 for beginners, reaching about $103,906 at mid-level, and approach $219,264 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Administrative Paraprofessional?

Administrative Paraprofessional salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Administrative Paraprofessional roles are District of Columbia $49,333, California $49,146, Massachusetts $48,491. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Administrative Paraprofessional roles make?

Salaries for Administrative Paraprofessional level roles vary by specialization: Accounting Paraprofessional: $71,872; Aba Paraprofessional: $53,209; Paraprofessional Administrative Assistant: $53,023; Sped Paraprofessional: $51,702; Paraprofessional: $43,490.

Administrative Paraprofessional Salary in New Mexico

How much does an Administrative Paraprofessional make in New Mexico? As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Administrative Paraprofessional in New Mexico is $41,268 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $20.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $46,757
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $36,113 to $44,141
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $31,419

10% $31,419

50% (Median) $41,268

90% $46,757

Administrative Paraprofessional Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$44,141	$3,678	$849	$21
Average	$41,268	$3,439	$794	$20
25th Percentile	$36,113	$3,009	$694	$17

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Key Factors That Influence Administrative Paraprofessional Salaries

An Administrative Paraprofessional'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 Paraprofessional Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Administrative Paraprofessional'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): $95,274
Early Career (1-2 years): $40,670
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $103,906
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $167,984
Expert (over 8 years): $219,264

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Retail Store Operations Administrator	less than 1 year	$95,274
Administrative Paraprofessional	1-2 years	$40,670
Retail Store Operations Manager	2-4 years	$103,906
Retail Store Operations Director	5-8 years	$167,984
Retail Store Operations Executive	over 8 years	$219,264

How Do Administrative Paraprofessional 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 Paraprofessionals. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $49,333.
California: $49,146.
Massachusetts: $48,491.

District of Columbia $49,333 California $49,146 Massachusetts $48,491 Washington $48,313 New Jersey $48,295 Alaska $48,232 Connecticut $47,618 New York $47,368

Hawaii $46,570 Rhode Island $46,196 Maryland $45,942 Minnesota $45,595 Colorado $45,461 Illinois $45,416 Oregon $45,247 Delaware $45,122

New Hampshire $45,044 Virginia $44,868 Pennsylvania $44,356 Nevada $44,098 North Dakota $44,013 Michigan $43,879 Wisconsin $43,830 Vermont $43,732

Texas $43,460 Maine $43,443 Arizona $43,416 Ohio $43,385 Georgia $42,975 Indiana $42,770 Wyoming $42,730 Utah $42,667

Iowa $42,641 Kansas $42,427 Louisiana $42,364 North Carolina $42,342 Missouri $42,333 Florida $42,159 Montana $42,066 Nebraska $41,977

Kentucky $41,928 South Carolina $41,749 Tennessee $41,638 Idaho $41,593 New Mexico $41,268 Oklahoma $41,197 Alabama $40,934 South Dakota $40,493

Arkansas $40,252 West Virginia $40,123 Mississippi $39,735

Top Paying Cities for Administrative Paraprofessional

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:

Algodones: $41,708
Belen: $41,475
Bernalillo: $41,782

Algodones, NM $41,708

Belen, NM $41,475

Bernalillo, NM $41,782

Bluewater, NM $40,904

Bosque, NM $41,171

Casa Blanca, NM $41,264

Cedar Crest, NM $41,816

Cedarvale, NM $40,177

Cerrillos, NM $41,738

Claunch, NM $40,028

Coyote, NM $41,123

Cuba, NM $41,057

Cubero, NM $41,355

Edgewood, NM $41,630

Estancia, NM $41,133

Gallina, NM $40,908

Counselor, NM $40,933

Grants, NM $40,857

Milan, NM $41,021

Isleta, NM $41,853

Jarales, NM $41,435

Jemez Pueblo, NM $41,507

Jemez Springs, NM $41,379

Laguna, NM $41,557

La Jara, NM $41,011

La Joya, NM $40,916

Lindrith, NM $40,867

Los Lunas, NM $41,695

Mcintosh, NM $41,360

Pueblo Of Acoma, NM $41,084

Moriarty, NM $41,221

Mountainair, NM $40,776

Nageezi, NM $40,879

New Laguna, NM $41,335

Paguate, NM $41,363

Pena Blanca, NM $41,825

Peralta, NM $41,761

Placitas, NM $41,782

Ponderosa, NM $41,454

Prewitt, NM $40,892

Regina, NM $40,920

Sandia Park, NM $41,711

Corrales, NM $41,868

San Fidel, NM $41,112

San Rafael, NM $40,937

Santo Domingo Pueblo, NM $41,712

San Ysidro, NM $41,655

Stanley, NM $41,215

Tijeras, NM $41,716

Tome, NM $41,639

Torreon, NM $41,501

Veguita, NM $41,168

Willard, NM $40,702

Youngsville, NM $41,135

Bosque Farms, NM $41,838

Clines Corners, NM $40,966

Cochiti Pueblo, NM $41,743

Cochiti Lake, NM $41,798

Albuquerque, NM $41,892

Kirtland Afb, NM $41,892

Rio Rancho, NM $41,823

Gallup, NM $40,951

Brimhall, NM $40,835

Church Rock, NM $40,854

Continental Divide, NM $40,825

Crownpoint, NM $40,859

Fence Lake, NM $40,677

Fort Wingate, NM $40,840

Gamerco, NM $40,909

Mentmore, NM $40,845

Mexican Springs, NM $40,840

Ramah, NM $40,766

Rehoboth, NM $40,868

Thoreau, NM $40,870

Tohatchi, NM $40,832

Vanderwagen, NM $40,840

Zuni, NM $40,831

Navajo, NM $40,886

Jamestown, NM $40,785

Pinehill, NM $40,734

Sheep Springs, NM $40,877

Smith Lake, NM $41,029

Yatahey, NM $40,862

Farmington, NM $41,058

Aztec, NM $41,134

Blanco, NM $40,942

Bloomfield, NM $40,894

Flora Vista, NM $41,101

Fruitland, NM $40,844

Kirtland, NM $41,101

La Plata, NM $41,116

Navajo Dam, NM $41,098

Shiprock, NM $41,041

Waterflow, NM $41,020

Newcomb, NM $40,852

Sanostee, NM $40,877

Santa Fe, NM $42,106

Abiquiu, NM $40,954

Alcalde, NM $41,667

Amalia, NM $40,892

Arroyo Hondo, NM $40,834

Arroyo Seco, NM $40,881

Canjilon, NM $40,828

Canones, NM $41,200

Carson, NM $40,991

Cebolla, NM $40,852

Cerro, NM $40,864

Chama, NM $41,031

Chamisal, NM $41,557

Chimayo, NM $41,849

Cordova, NM $41,778

Costilla, NM $41,063

Taos Ski Valley, NM $40,752

Dixon, NM $41,517

Dulce, NM $41,030

El Prado, NM $40,918

El Rito, NM $41,105

Embudo, NM $41,304

Espanola, NM $41,798

Glorieta, NM $41,944

Hernandez, NM $41,409

Ilfeld, NM $41,557

La Madera, NM $41,033

Lamy, NM $41,784

Llano, NM $41,473

Los Alamos, NM $41,883

White Rock, NM $41,962

Medanales, NM $41,455

Ojo Caliente, NM $41,212

Los Ojos, NM $40,930

Pecos, NM $41,813

Penasco, NM $41,319

Petaca, NM $40,790

Questa, NM $40,907

Ranchos De Taos, NM $41,123

Red River, NM $40,790

Ribera, NM $41,053

Rowe, NM $41,596

San Cristobal, NM $40,789

San Jose, NM $41,493

Ohkay Owingeh, NM $41,696

Santa Cruz, NM $41,835

Serafina, NM $40,949

Taos, NM $40,894

Tererro, NM $41,947

Tesuque, NM $42,106

Tierra Amarilla, NM $40,894

Trampas, NM $41,285

Tres Piedras, NM $40,779

Truchas, NM $41,661

Vadito, NM $41,264

Valdez, NM $40,820

Vallecitos, NM $40,787

Velarde, NM $41,454

Villanueva, NM $40,973

Spaceport City, NM $40,138

Las Vegas, NM $40,626

Angel Fire, NM $40,746

Anton Chico, NM $40,555

Buena Vista, NM $40,928

Chacon, NM $40,957

Cimarron, NM $40,682

Cleveland, NM $41,247

Eagle Nest, NM $40,713

Guadalupita, NM $40,894

Holman, NM $41,142

La Loma, NM $40,487

Maxwell, NM $40,696

Miami, NM $40,608

Mills, NM $40,464

Montezuma, NM $41,457

Mora, NM $41,305

Mosquero, NM $40,428

Ocate, NM $40,652

Ojo Feliz, NM $40,759

Rainsville, NM $40,938

Raton, NM $40,798

Rociada, NM $41,478

Roy, NM $40,472

Sapello, NM $41,118

Solano, NM $40,423

Springer, NM $40,590

Ute Park, NM $40,701

Valmora, NM $40,591

Wagon Mound, NM $40,545

Watrous, NM $40,605

Socorro, NM $40,511

Aragon, NM $40,634

Datil, NM $40,466

Lemitar, NM $40,700

Luna, NM $40,706

Magdalena, NM $40,469

Pie Town, NM $40,604

Polvadera, NM $40,798

Quemado, NM $40,689

Reserve, NM $40,615

San Acacia, NM $40,865

San Antonio, NM $40,287

Truth Or Consequences, NM $40,279

Arrey, NM $40,272

Caballo, NM $40,300

Derry, NM $40,095

Elephant Butte, NM $40,383

Garfield, NM $39,978

Hatch, NM $39,338

Monticello, NM $40,276

Rincon, NM $39,111

Salem, NM $39,854

Williamsburg, NM $40,329

Winston, NM $40,306

Las Cruces, NM $38,599

White Sands Missile Range, NM $38,726

Santa Teresa, NM $39,007

Playas, NM $40,465

Animas, NM $40,564

Anthony, NM $38,998

Arenas Valley, NM $40,493

Bayard, NM $40,455

Berino, NM $38,821

Buckhorn, NM $40,497

Santa Clara, NM $40,526

Chamberino, NM $38,862

Cliff, NM $40,450

Columbus, NM $40,341

Deming, NM $40,351

Dona Ana, NM $38,601

Fairacres, NM $38,716

Faywood, NM $40,332

Fort Bayard, NM $40,487

Gila, NM $40,390

Glenwood, NM $40,422

Hachita, NM $40,341

Hanover, NM $40,350

Hillsboro, NM $40,267

Hurley, NM $40,428

La Mesa, NM $39,338

Lordsburg, NM $40,435

Mesilla, NM $38,600

Mesilla Park, NM $38,604

Mesquite, NM $38,637

Mimbres, NM $40,382

Mule Creek, NM $40,491

Organ, NM $38,624

Pinos Altos, NM $40,449

Radium Springs, NM $38,616

Redrock, NM $40,346

Rodeo, NM $40,615

San Miguel, NM $38,622

Silver City, NM $40,450

Sunland Park, NM $38,800

Tyrone, NM $40,570

Vado, NM $38,653

Chaparral, NM $39,140

Clovis, NM $40,372

Cannon Afb, NM $40,283

Broadview, NM $40,255

Causey, NM $40,186

Crossroads, NM $40,090

Dora, NM $40,281

Elida, NM $40,114

Floyd, NM $40,211

Fort Sumner, NM $40,179

Grady, NM $40,293

House, NM $40,261

Kenna, NM $40,114

Lingo, NM $40,183

Melrose, NM $40,267

Milnesand, NM $40,098

Pep, NM $40,153

Portales, NM $40,300

Rogers, NM $40,164

Saint Vrain, NM $40,293

Taiban, NM $40,165

Texico, NM $40,309

Yeso, NM $40,019

Roswell, NM $40,066

Artesia, NM $40,145

Caprock, NM $40,063

Carlsbad, NM $40,171

Dexter, NM $40,094

Eunice, NM $40,207

Hagerman, NM $40,114

Hobbs, NM $40,266

Hope, NM $39,967

Jal, NM $40,160

Lake Arthur, NM $40,048

Lakewood, NM $40,108

Loco Hills, NM $40,181

Loving, NM $40,161

Lovington, NM $40,227

Mcdonald, NM $40,117

Malaga, NM $40,122

Maljamar, NM $40,083

Monument, NM $40,177

Tatum, NM $40,143

Whites City, NM $40,210

Carrizozo, NM $39,876

Alamogordo, NM $39,749

Alto, NM $39,882

Bent, NM $39,756

Capitan, NM $39,789

Cloudcroft, NM $39,752

Corona, NM $40,049

Encino, NM $40,371

Fort Stanton, NM $39,806

Glencoe, NM $39,777

High Rolls Mountain Park, NM $39,744

Holloman Air Force Base, NM $39,744

Hondo, NM $39,814

La Luz, NM $39,744

Lincoln, NM $39,698

Mayhill, NM $39,834

Mescalero, NM $39,762

Nogal, NM $39,933

Orogrande, NM $39,764

Picacho, NM $39,805

Pinon, NM $39,955

Ruidoso, NM $39,957

Ruidoso Downs, NM $39,903

Sacramento, NM $39,780

San Patricio, NM $39,827

Sunspot, NM $39,744

Timberon, NM $39,830

Tinnie, NM $39,782

Tularosa, NM $39,771

Vaughn, NM $40,208

Weed, NM $39,830

Tucumcari, NM $40,408

Amistad, NM $40,356

Bard, NM $40,291

Capulin, NM $40,747

Clayton, NM $40,434

Conchas Dam, NM $40,471

Cuervo, NM $40,276

Des Moines, NM $40,587

Folsom, NM $40,649

Garita, NM $40,393

Gladstone, NM $40,474

Grenville, NM $40,467

Logan, NM $40,407

Mcalister, NM $40,281

Nara Visa, NM $40,311

Newkirk, NM $40,355

Quay, NM $40,378

San Jon, NM $40,335

Santa Rosa, NM $40,378

Sedan, NM $40,393

Trementina, NM $40,391

Administrative Paraprofessional Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Administrative Paraprofessional roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 25% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Retail & Wholesale, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, Administrative Paraprofessional positions in Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Administrative Paraprofessional as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Administrative Paraprofessional

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Retail & Wholesale	$45,395	$22.0	10%
Media	$43,332	$21.0	5%

Administrative Paraprofessional Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Administrative Paraprofessional'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.

$36,113

Average $41,268/year

$44,141

$3,009

Average $3,439/month

$3,678

$694

Average $794/week

$849

$17

Average $20/hour

$21

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$44,141	$3,678	$849	$21
Average	$41,268	$3,439	$794	$20
25th Percentile	$36,113	$3,009	$694	$17

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