Administrative Assistant Salary in San Diego, California

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How much does an Administrative Assistant make in San Diego, CA? The average Administrative Assistant salary in San Diego, CA is $59,659 as of April 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $53,633 and $66,860. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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$22/hour | Part-Time Administrative Assistant | Flexible Hours & Career Growth!
Employers Options - KAHULUI , HI
Position. Administrative Assistant. Location. Kahului, HI. Pay. $22/hour. Experience. Related administrative experience required. Type. Part-time (20 to 30 hour
- 130 days ago
Administrative Nursing Director Surgical Services
Northeast Baptist Hospital - SAN ANTONIO , TX
This role provides leadership and support to the senior executive position (CNO) responsible for all nursing and other designated patient care functions/service
- 131 days ago
Administrative Assistant
JACE CONTRACTING - EL PASO , TX
We are seeking an Administrative Assistant to join our team. You will perform clerical and administrative functions in order to drive company success. Responsib
- 16 days ago
Administrative Associate
Camp Albemarle - NEWPORT , NC
Job Summary. We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Appointment Setter to join our team. The Appointment Setter will be responsible for contacting p
- 2 days ago
TAP Administrative Specialist (Fort Johnson)
Choctaw Global - FORT JOHNSON , LA
HIRING ACTION IS CONTINGENT UPON SUCCESSFUL AWARD OF CONTRACT. WHY JOIN CHOCTAW ADVANTAGE SOLUTIONS. Are you a detail-oriented individual who is organized and r
- 5 days ago
TAP Administrative Specialist (Fort Moore)
Choctaw Global - FORT BENNING , GA
HIRING ACTION IS CONTINGENT UPON SUCCESSFUL AWARD OF CONTRACT. WHY JOIN CHOCTAW ADVANTAGE SOLUTIONS. Are you a detail-oriented individual who is organized and r
- 5 days ago

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About San Diego, California    According to SDSU professor emeritus Monte Marshall, San Diego Bay is "the surface expression of a north-south-trending, nested graben". The Rose Cany....More

San Diego, California  area prices were up 2.6% from a year ago

Administrative Assistant Salary in popular cities: Los Angeles, San Jose, San Francisco

Skills associated with Administrative Assistant: Scheduling, BOARD, Timely

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