What are the main factors that influence an Assistant Cost Planner'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 Assistant Cost Planner?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Assistant Cost Planner roles, with salaries approximately 22% above the market median.

How does experience change An Assistant Cost Planner's salary?

An Assistant Cost Planner's salary grows with experience: starting around $58,034 for beginners, reaching about $89,941 at mid-level, and approach $92,886 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Assistant Cost Planner?

Assistant Cost Planner salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Assistant Cost Planner roles are District of Columbia $63,421, California $63,180, Massachusetts $62,338. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Assistant Cost Planner roles make?

Salaries for Assistant Cost Planner level roles vary by specialization: Assistant Merchandise Planner: $81,178; Assistant Cost Controller: $78,908; Cost Planner: $78,806; Assistant Cost Manager: $69,456; Assistant Media Planner: $66,955.

Assistant Cost Planner Salary in Rhode Island

How much does an Assistant Cost Planner make in Rhode Island? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant Cost Planner in Rhode Island is $59,388 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

However, an Assistant Cost Planner's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $71,804
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $53,522 to $65,887
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $48,182

10% $48,182

50% (Median) $59,388

90% $71,804

Assistant Cost Planner Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$65,887	$5,491	$1,267	$32
Average	$59,388	$4,949	$1,142	$29
25th Percentile	$53,522	$4,460	$1,029	$26

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Key Factors That Influence Assistant Cost Planner Salaries

An Assistant Cost Planner'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 Assistant Cost Planner Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Assistant Cost Planner'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): $58,034
Early Career (1-2 years): $65,447
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $89,941
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $110,109
Expert (over 8 years): $92,886

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Assistant Cost Planner	less than 1 year	$58,034
Meeting/Event Planner II	1-2 years	$65,447
Meeting/Event Planner III	2-4 years	$89,941
Meeting/Event Planner IV	5-8 years	$110,109
Meeting/Event Supervisor	over 8 years	$92,886

How Do Assistant Cost Planner 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 Assistant Cost Planners. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $63,421.
California: $63,180.
Massachusetts: $62,338.

District of Columbia $63,421 California $63,180 Massachusetts $62,338 Washington $62,109 New Jersey $62,086 Alaska $62,006 Connecticut $61,215 New York $60,895

Hawaii $59,869 Rhode Island $59,388 Maryland $59,062 Minnesota $58,615 Colorado $58,443 Illinois $58,386 Oregon $58,168 Delaware $58,008

New Hampshire $57,907 Virginia $57,681 Pennsylvania $57,022 Nevada $56,690 North Dakota $56,581 Michigan $56,410 Wisconsin $56,347 Vermont $56,221

Texas $55,871 Maine $55,848 Arizona $55,814 Ohio $55,774 Georgia $55,247 Indiana $54,983 Wyoming $54,932 Utah $54,852

Iowa $54,817 Kansas $54,542 Louisiana $54,462 North Carolina $54,433 Missouri $54,422 Florida $54,199 Montana $54,078 Nebraska $53,964

Kentucky $53,901 South Carolina $53,672 Tennessee $53,528 Idaho $53,471 New Mexico $53,053 Oklahoma $52,961 Alabama $52,623 South Dakota $52,056

Arkansas $51,747 West Virginia $51,581 Mississippi $51,082

Top Paying Cities for Assistant Cost Planner

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:

Adamsville: $60,130
Albion: $59,622
Ashaway: $60,016

Adamsville, RI $60,130

Albion, RI $59,622

Ashaway, RI $60,016

Barrington, RI $59,465

Block Island, RI $59,797

Bradford, RI $59,980

Bristol, RI $59,695

Carolina, RI $59,881

Charlestown, RI $59,903

Chepachet, RI $59,784

Clayville, RI $59,617

Coventry, RI $59,620

West Greenwich, RI $59,784

East Greenwich, RI $59,580

Exeter, RI $59,768

Fiskeville, RI $59,464

Forestdale, RI $59,923

Foster, RI $59,752

Glendale, RI $59,927

Greene, RI $59,831

Greenville, RI $59,487

Harmony, RI $59,564

Harrisville, RI $59,901

Hope, RI $59,502

Hope Valley, RI $59,964

Hopkinton, RI $60,043

Jamestown, RI $59,842

Kenyon, RI $59,874

Little Compton, RI $60,121

Manville, RI $59,701

Mapleville, RI $59,795

Newport, RI $59,902

Middletown, RI $59,929

North Kingstown, RI $59,683

North Scituate, RI $59,565

Oakland, RI $59,860

Pascoag, RI $59,941

Pawtucket, RI $59,377

Central Falls, RI $59,403

Cumberland, RI $59,740

Lincoln, RI $59,463

Portsmouth, RI $59,896

Prudence Island, RI $59,773

Rockville, RI $60,034

Saunderstown, RI $59,806

Shannock, RI $59,877

Slatersville, RI $59,923

Slocum, RI $59,805

Tiverton, RI $60,078

Wakefield, RI $59,857

Kingston, RI $59,834

Narragansett, RI $59,874

Peace Dale, RI $59,850

Warren, RI $59,619

Warwick, RI $59,453

Westerly, RI $60,031

West Kingston, RI $59,853

West Warwick, RI $59,526

Wood River Junction, RI $59,939

Woonsocket, RI $59,926

North Smithfield, RI $59,790

Wyoming, RI $59,877

Providence, RI $59,359

Cranston, RI $59,367

North Providence, RI $59,374

East Providence, RI $59,363

Riverside, RI $59,382

Rumford, RI $59,374

Smithfield, RI $59,494

Johnston, RI $59,394

Assistant Cost Planner Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Assistant Cost Planner 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 Pharmaceuticals and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 22% above the average. In contrast, Assistant Cost Planner positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Assistant Cost Planner as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Assistant Cost Planner

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$72,453	$35.0	22%
Internet	$70,078	$34.0	18%
Insurance	$66,515	$32.0	12%
Energy & Utilities	$65,327	$31.0	10%
Healthcare	$64,139	$31.0	8%

Assistant Cost Planner Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Assistant Cost Planner'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.

$53,522

Average $59,388/year

$65,887

$4,460

Average $4,949/month

$5,491

$1,029

Average $1,142/week

$1,267

$26

Average $29/hour

$32

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$65,887	$5,491	$1,267	$32
Average	$59,388	$4,949	$1,142	$29
25th Percentile	$53,522	$4,460	$1,029	$26

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