Executive assistant salary in United States (Updated 2026)

The average salary for an Executive Assistant is $73,778 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 July 26, 2026.

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Executive Assistant salaries typically range between a low of $45,045 and a high of $120,838 per year, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Executive Assistant include San Francisco, CA at $114,310 per year, New York, NY at $99,177 per year, and Los Angeles, CA at $86,540 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 $90,999 per year
• Junior Executive Assistant: Average $64,167 per year