Executive assistant salary in United States

The average salary for an Executive Assistant is $74,423 per year in the United States. This figure is based on 12.7k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on September 7, 2026.

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Executive Assistant salaries typically range between a low of $45,694 and a high of $121,213 per year, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Executive Assistant include San Francisco, CA at $114,358 per year, New York, NY at $100,402 per year, and Los Angeles, CA at $86,696 per year.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Executive Assistant include County of Marin, CA ($298,636 per year) and County of San Mateo ($275,687 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Executive Assistant salary compares to related positions:

• Senior Executive Assistant: Average $92,674 per year
• Junior Executive Assistant: Average $63,625 per year