Assistant Supervisor/Team Lead Salary in the United States

How much does an Assistant Supervisor/Team Lead make in the United States? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant Supervisor/Team Lead in the United States is $136,746 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $66.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $154,244
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $128,643 to $145,905
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $121,266

Key Factors That Influence Assistant Supervisor/Team Lead Salaries

An Assistant Supervisor/Team Lead'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 Assistant Supervisor/Team Lead Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Assistant Supervisor/Team Lead'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): $144,389
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $167,819
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $134,837
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $152,620
  • Expert (over 8 years): $177,773
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Applications Programmer IV less than 1 year $144,389
Applications Programmer V 1-2 years $167,819
Assistant Supervisor/Team Lead 2-4 years $134,837
Applications Programming Manager 5-8 years $152,620
Applications Programming Senior Manager over 8 years $177,773

Top Paying Cities for Assistant Supervisor/Team Lead

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: $172,478
  • San Francisco: $170,589
  • Oakland: $166,994

Assistant Supervisor/Team Lead Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Assistant Supervisor/Team Lead roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 28% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Internet and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 15% above the average. In contrast, Assistant Supervisor/Team Lead positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or MFG Nondurable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Assistant Supervisor/Team Lead as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Assistant Supervisor/Team Lead

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Internet $157,258 $76.0 15%
Energy & Utilities $150,421 $72.0 10%
Construction $147,686 $71.0 8%
Insurance $146,318 $70.0 7%
Transportation $144,951 $70.0 6%

How Education impacts an Assistant Supervisor/Team Lead's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Assistant Supervisor/Team Lead professionals enter the field with a Bachelor's 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 Assistant Supervisor/Team Lead with a Bachelor's is between $131,014 and $139,491.

Assistant Supervisor/Team Lead Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Assistant Supervisor/Team Lead
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Degree 11.4%
High School 11.4%
Associate's Degree 2.3%
Bachelor's Degree 56.8%
Master's Degree or MBA 29.5%
JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent 0%

Assistant Supervisor/Team Lead Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Assistant Supervisor/Team Lead'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
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Last Updated on September 01, 2026
$128,643
Average $136,746/year
$145,905
$10,720
Average $11,396/month
$12,159
$2,474
Average $2,630/week
$2,806
$62
Average $66/hour
$70
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $145,905 $12,159 $2,806 $70
Average $136,746 $11,396 $2,630 $66
25th Percentile $128,643 $10,720 $2,474 $62

Most common benefits for Assistant Supervisor/Team Lead

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

Common company salaries for Assistant Supervisor/Team Lead

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FAQ about Assistant Supervisor/Team Lead

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Assistant Supervisor/Team Lead?

The Internet industry offers the highest average compensation for Assistant Supervisor/Team Lead roles, with salaries approximately 15% above the market median.

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