Assistant Project Supervisor Salary in California

How much does an Assistant Project Supervisor make in California? As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant Project Supervisor in California is $83,804 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $96,160
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $77,244 to $90,272
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $71,272

Key Factors That Influence Assistant Project Supervisor Salaries

An Assistant Project Supervisor'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 Project Supervisor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Assistant Project Supervisor'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): $79,797
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $80,116
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $80,861
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $81,712
  • Expert (over 8 years): $82,636
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Entry Level Assistant Project Supervisor less than 1 year $79,797
Early Career Level Assistant Project Supervisor 1-2 years $80,116
Mid-Level Level Assistant Project Supervisor 2-4 years $80,861
Senior-Level Level Assistant Project Supervisor 5-8 years $81,712
Expert Level Assistant Project Supervisor over 8 years $82,636

Top Paying Cities for Assistant Project Supervisor

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: $83,948
  • West Hollywood: $83,887
  • Dodgertown: $83,947

Assistant Project Supervisor Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Assistant Project Supervisor roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 45% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Assistant Project Supervisor positions in MFG Nondurable or MFG Durable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Assistant Project Supervisor as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Assistant Project Supervisor

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities $100,565 $48.0 20%
Aerospace & Defense $96,374 $46.0 15%
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit $87,994 $42.0 5%

Assistant Project Supervisor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Assistant Project Supervisor'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
$77,244
Average $83,804/year
$90,272
$6,437
Average $6,984/month
$7,523
$1,485
Average $1,612/week
$1,736
$37
Average $40/hour
$43
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $90,272 $7,523 $1,736 $43
Average $83,804 $6,984 $1,612 $40
25th Percentile $77,244 $6,437 $1,485 $37

Find Your Next Assistant Project Supervisor Job

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