What are the main factors that influence a Community Support Associate'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 Community Support Associate?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Community Support Associate roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Community Support Associate's salary?

A Community Support Associate's salary grows with experience: starting around $118,453 for beginners, reaching about $107,312 at mid-level, and approach $182,607 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Community Support Associate?

Community Support Associate salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Community Support Associate roles are District of Columbia $120,100, California $119,645, Massachusetts $118,050. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Community Support Associate roles make?

Salaries for Community Support Associate level roles vary by specialization: Community Support Manager: $111,178; Community and Support Manager: $110,110; Community Support Supervisor: $109,234; Community Relations Associate: $76,430; Community Associate: $76,399.

Community Support Associate Salary in Delaware

How much does a Community Support Associate make in Delaware? As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Community Support Associate in Delaware is $109,850 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $53.

However, a Community Support Associate's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $133,114
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $101,253 to $122,027
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $93,426

10% $93,426

50% (Median) $109,850

90% $133,114

Community Support Associate Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$122,027	$10,169	$2,347	$59
Average	$109,850	$9,154	$2,112	$53
25th Percentile	$101,253	$8,438	$1,947	$49

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Key Factors That Influence Community Support Associate Salaries

A Community Support Associate'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 Community Support Associate Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Community Support Associate'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): $118,453
Early Career (1-2 years): $150,943
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $107,312
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $154,956
Expert (over 8 years): $182,607

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Community Relations Specialist IV	less than 1 year	$118,453
Community Relations Specialist V	1-2 years	$150,943
Community Support Associate	2-4 years	$107,312
Community Relations Senior Manager	5-8 years	$154,956
Community Relations Director	over 8 years	$182,607

How Do Community Support Associate 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 Community Support Associates. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $120,100.
California: $119,645.
Massachusetts: $118,050.

District of Columbia $120,100 California $119,645 Massachusetts $118,050 Washington $117,616 New Jersey $117,573 Alaska $117,421 Connecticut $115,924 New York $115,317

Hawaii $113,375 Rhode Island $112,464 Maryland $111,845 Minnesota $110,999 Colorado $110,674 Illinois $110,566 Oregon $110,153 Delaware $109,850

New Hampshire $109,659 Virginia $109,231 Pennsylvania $107,984 Nevada $107,355 North Dakota $107,149 Michigan $106,823 Wisconsin $106,704 Vermont $106,465

Texas $105,804 Maine $105,760 Arizona $105,695 Ohio $105,619 Georgia $104,621 Indiana $104,122 Wyoming $104,025 Utah $103,873

Iowa $103,808 Kansas $103,287 Louisiana $103,135 North Carolina $103,081 Missouri $103,059 Florida $102,636 Montana $102,408 Nebraska $102,191

Kentucky $102,072 South Carolina $101,638 Tennessee $101,367 Idaho $101,259 New Mexico $100,467 Oklahoma $100,293 Alabama $99,653 South Dakota $98,579

Arkansas $97,994 West Virginia $97,679 Mississippi $96,735

Top Paying Cities for Community Support Associate

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:

Lincoln: $109,355
Little Creek: $110,155
Magnolia: $109,997

Lincoln, DE $109,355

Little Creek, DE $110,155

Magnolia, DE $109,997

Milford, DE $109,633

Marydel, DE $109,813

Millsboro, DE $108,896

Millville, DE $109,064

Milton, DE $109,253

Nassau, DE $109,332

Ocean View, DE $109,046

Rehoboth Beach, DE $109,255

Seaford, DE $109,317

Selbyville, DE $108,865

Smyrna, DE $110,231

Viola, DE $109,724

Woodside, DE $110,019

Bear, DE $109,765

Newark, DE $109,724

Claymont, DE $109,948

Delaware City, DE $109,833

Hockessin, DE $109,714

Kirkwood, DE $109,813

Middletown, DE $109,855

Montchanin, DE $109,739

New Castle, DE $109,755

Odessa, DE $109,909

Port Penn, DE $109,983

Rockland, DE $109,750

Saint Georges, DE $109,820

Townsend, DE $109,990

Winterthur, DE $109,763

Lewes, DE $109,295

Wilmington, DE $109,719

Dover, DE $110,155

Dover Afb, DE $109,575

Bethany Beach, DE $108,931

Bethel, DE $109,044

Bridgeville, DE $109,301

Camden Wyoming, DE $109,845

Cheswold, DE $110,120

Clayton, DE $110,123

Dagsboro, DE $108,855

Delmar, DE $108,680

Ellendale, DE $109,010

Felton, DE $109,624

Fenwick Island, DE $108,879

Frankford, DE $108,689

Frederica, DE $109,732

Georgetown, DE $108,814

Greenwood, DE $109,318

Harbeson, DE $108,930

Harrington, DE $109,485

Hartly, DE $109,826

Houston, DE $109,329

Kenton, DE $110,128

Laurel, DE $108,749

Yorklyn, DE $109,747

Community Support Associate Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Community Support Associate 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 Biotechnology and Healthcare sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Community Support Associate positions in Aerospace & Defense or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Community Support Associate as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Community Support Associate

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$131,820	$63.0	20%
Healthcare	$126,327	$61.0	15%
Software & Networking	$123,032	$59.0	12%
Financial Services	$120,835	$58.0	10%
Media	$118,638	$57.0	8%

Community Support Associate Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Community Support Associate'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.

$101,253

Average $109,850/year

$122,027

$8,438

Average $9,154/month

$10,169

$1,947

Average $2,112/week

$2,347

$49

Average $53/hour

$59

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$122,027	$10,169	$2,347	$59
Average	$109,850	$9,154	$2,112	$53
25th Percentile	$101,253	$8,438	$1,947	$49

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