Administrative Program Support Specialist Salary in California

How much does an Administrative Program Support Specialist make in California? As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Administrative Program Support Specialist in California is $59,792 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $73,238
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $53,972 to $66,830
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $48,674

Key Factors That Influence Administrative Program Support Specialist Salaries

An Administrative Program Support 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 Administrative Program Support Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Administrative Program Support 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): $54,949
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $55,394
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $58,521
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $62,040
  • Expert (over 8 years): $63,702
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Entry Level Administrative Program Support Specialist less than 1 year $54,949
Early Career Level Administrative Program Support Specialist 1-2 years $55,394
Mid-Level Level Administrative Program Support Specialist 2-4 years $58,521
Senior-Level Level Administrative Program Support Specialist 5-8 years $62,040
Expert Level Administrative Program Support Specialist over 8 years $63,702

Top Paying Cities for Administrative Program Support 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: $59,895
  • West Hollywood: $59,851
  • Dodgertown: $59,894

Administrative Program Support Specialist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Administrative Program Support Specialist 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 Program Support Specialist positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Administrative Program Support Specialist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Administrative Program Support Specialist

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology $74,740 $36.0 25%
Internet $71,750 $34.0 20%
Software & Networking $71,750 $34.0 20%
Energy & Utilities $68,760 $33.0 15%
Aerospace & Defense $65,771 $32.0 10%

Administrative Program Support Specialist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Administrative Program Support 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 August 01, 2026
$53,972
Average $59,792/year
$66,830
$4,498
Average $4,983/month
$5,569
$1,038
Average $1,150/week
$1,285
$26
Average $29/hour
$32
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $66,830 $5,569 $1,285 $32
Average $59,792 $4,983 $1,150 $29
25th Percentile $53,972 $4,498 $1,038 $26

Find Your Next Administrative Program Support Specialist Job

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