Administrative Support Aide Salary in the United States

How much does an Administrative Support Aide make in the United States? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Administrative Support Aide in the United States is $46,054 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $22.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $54,857
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $41,925 to $50,662
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $38,166

Key Factors That Influence Administrative Support Aide Salaries

An Administrative Support Aide'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Administrative Support Aide Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Administrative Support Aide'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): $43,995
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $44,965
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $46,822
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $48,422
  • Expert (over 8 years): $48,614
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Entry Level Administrative Support Aide less than 1 year $43,995
Early Career Level Administrative Support Aide 1-2 years $44,965
Mid-Level Level Administrative Support Aide 2-4 years $46,822
Senior-Level Level Administrative Support Aide 5-8 years $48,422
Expert Level Administrative Support Aide over 8 years $48,614

Top Paying Cities for Administrative Support Aide

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:

  • San Jose: $58,088
  • San Francisco: $57,452
  • Oakland: $56,241

Administrative Support Aide Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

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

The top paying industries for an Administrative Support Aide

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense $52,962 $25.0 15%
Telecom $52,962 $25.0 15%
Biotechnology $50,659 $24.0 10%
Energy & Utilities $50,659 $24.0 10%
Internet $50,659 $24.0 10%

How Education impacts an Administrative Support Aide's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Administrative Support Aide professionals enter the field with a high school degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Administrative Support Aide with a high school is between $44,365 and $47,070.

Administrative Support Aide Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Administrative Support Aide
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Degree 1.1%
High School 33.1%
Associate's Degree 19.5%
Bachelor's Degree 42.6%
Master's Degree or MBA 3.6%
JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent 0.1%

Administrative Support Aide Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Administrative Support Aide'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.

  • Hourly
  • Monthly
  • Weekly
  • Yearly
  • Table View
Last Updated on September 01, 2026
$41,925
Average $46,054/year
$50,662
$3,494
Average $3,838/month
$4,222
$806
Average $886/week
$974
$20
Average $22/hour
$24
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $50,662 $4,222 $974 $24
Average $46,054 $3,838 $886 $22
25th Percentile $41,925 $3,494 $806 $20

Most common benefits for Administrative Support Aide

  • Social Security
  • 401 (k)
  • Disability
  • Healthcare
  • Pension
  • Time Off (days)

Common company salaries for Administrative Support Aide

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FAQ about Administrative Support Aide

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Administrative Support Aide?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Administrative Support Aide roles, with salaries approximately 15% above the market median.

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