Jobs in finance and accounting are expected to see continued demand, with employment growth linked to the health of the broader economy. These jobs will continue to offer above average pay but usually require higher education or certification to enter the field. While automation will replace many common tasks, it is not expected to reduce the need for these employees; it will instead allow them to focus on core soft skills like advising clients and analyzing trends.
Recent salaries shared by Assistant
50 salaries
Job Title | Years of Experience
Total Pay
Base • Additional pay
Location
Date submitted
Job Title | Years of Experience
Location
Date submitted
Total Pay
Base • Additional pay
Assistant
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4-6 years
$48K/yr
($48K • $0)
Las Cruces, NM
submitted on May 6, 2026
$48K/yr
$48K • $0
Assistant
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1-3 years
$49K/yr
($49K • $0)
Charleston, WV
submitted on May 5, 2026
$49K/yr
$49K • $0
Assistant
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1-3 years
$45K/yr
($45K • $0)
Los Angeles, CA
submitted on Apr 20, 2026
$45K/yr
$45K • $0
Assistant
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10-14 years
$105K/yr
($105K • $0)
New York, NY
submitted on Apr 16, 2026
$105K/yr
$105K • $0
Assistant
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4-6 years
$18K - $21K/yr
South Bend, IN
submitted on Apr 11, 2026
$18K - $21K/yr
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Assistant
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4-6 years
$29K/yr
($29K • $0)
Savannah, GA
submitted on Apr 10, 2026
$29K/yr
$29K • $0
Assistant
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7-9 years
$47K/yr
($47K • $0)
Sunbury, OH
submitted on Apr 10, 2026
$47K/yr
$47K • $0
Assistant
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10-14 years
$70K/yr
($70K • $0)
Austin, TX
submitted on Apr 7, 2026
$70K/yr
$70K • $0
Assistant
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15+ years
$52K/yr
($52K • $0)
Lebanon, TN
submitted on Apr 3, 2026
$52K/yr
$52K • $0
Assistant
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1-3 years
$55K/yr
($55K • $0)
West Covina, CA
submitted on Apr 3, 2026
$55K/yr
$55K • $0
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Top paying industries
The top 5 paying industries for Assistant in United States are Financial Services with a median total pay of $131,965, Legal with a median total pay of $108,500, Telecommunications with a median total pay of $77,621, Information Technology with a median total pay of $76,213, and Insurance with a median total pay of $73,232.
Financial Services
Top paying companies in Financial Services for Assistant are EY, PwC, and Goldman Sachs.
Frequently asked questions about Assistant salaries
The average salary for Assistant is $75,205 per year or $36 per hour, with top earners making up to $136,766 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $56,404 (25th percentile) to $103,361 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 9962 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Assistant employees.
The highest salary for Assistant is $103,361 per year, $8,613 per month or $50 per hour.
The lowest salary for Assistant is $56,404 per year, $4,700 per month or $27 per hour.
The salary trajectory of Assistant ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $47,314 per year (estimate) and goes up to $56,226 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.
