As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Admissions Assistant in the US is $48,490, equivalent to $23 per hour, $933 weekly, or $4,041 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Admissions Assistant in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Admissions Assistant in the US vary widely, spanning from $35,561 to $61,190. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($41,723) and 75th percentile ($55,137), while top earners (90th percentile) make $61,190 per year. This $13,414 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Data Entry, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Admissions Assistant often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 47 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Admissions Assistant Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Admissions Assistant Salary $35,561 US April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Admissions Assistant Salary $41,723 US April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Admissions Assistant Salary $48,490 US April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Admissions Assistant Salary $55,137 US April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Admissions Assistant Salary $61,190 US April 01, 2026
25% $41,723 10% $35,561 90% $61,190 75% $55,137 $48,490 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Bachelor's Degree

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    2 - 4 years experience
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