Admissions Assistant/Campus Receptionist Salary in California

How much does an Admissions Assistant/Campus Receptionist make in California? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Admissions Assistant/Campus Receptionist in California is $44,064 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $21.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $50,845
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $40,510 to $47,614
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $37,274

Key Factors That Influence Admissions Assistant/Campus Receptionist Salaries

An Admissions Assistant/Campus Receptionist'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 Admissions Assistant/Campus Receptionist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Admissions Assistant/Campus Receptionist'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): $43,325
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $48,354
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $54,003
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $62,107
  • Expert (over 8 years): $94,949
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Admissions Assistant/Campus Receptionist less than 1 year $43,325
Patient Referral Specialist 1-2 years $48,354
Senior Patient Referral Specialist 2-4 years $54,003
Admitting Supervisor 5-8 years $62,107
Admitting Manager over 8 years $94,949

Top Paying Cities for Admissions Assistant/Campus Receptionist

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: $44,140
  • West Hollywood: $44,108
  • Dodgertown: $44,140

Admissions Assistant/Campus Receptionist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Admissions Assistant/Campus Receptionist 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 Healthcare and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Admissions Assistant/Campus Receptionist positions in Insurance or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Admissions Assistant/Campus Receptionist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Admissions Assistant/Campus Receptionist

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare $52,877 $25.0 20%
Business Services $48,471 $23.0 10%

Admissions Assistant/Campus Receptionist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Admissions Assistant/Campus Receptionist'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 September 01, 2026
$40,510
Average $44,064/year
$47,614
$3,376
Average $3,672/month
$3,968
$779
Average $847/week
$916
$19
Average $21/hour
$23
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $47,614 $3,968 $916 $23
Average $44,064 $3,672 $847 $21
25th Percentile $40,510 $3,376 $779 $19

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