SOC 436014
Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive
Perform routine administrative functions such as drafting correspondence, scheduling appointments, organizing and maintaining paper and electronic files, or providing information to callers. Excludes legal, medical, and executive secretaries (43-6011 through 43-6013).
National Median
$46,290
per year
National Salary Overview
Median Annual
$46,290
Entry Level (10th pct)
$31,600
Experienced (90th pct)
$64,150
Total Employed
1,737,820
Salary Distribution
Salary percentiles show the range from entry-level (10th) to top earners (90th)
Salary by Experience Level
| Experience Level | Estimated Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Entry Level0-2 years experience | $31,600 - $37,770 |
| Mid Career2-8 years experience | $37,770 - $55,650 |
| Senior / Expert8+ years experience | $55,650 - $64,150 |
Highest Paying Locations for Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive
Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive Salary by Location
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average salary for a Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive?
The national median annual salary for Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive is $46,290, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics data. This means half of workers in this occupation earn more, and half earn less.
Where do Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executives earn the most?
The highest-paying metro area for Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executives is New Haven, CT, with a median salary of $62,600.
How much can an experienced Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive make?
Top-earning Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executives (90th percentile) make $64,150 or more annually. This typically reflects workers with significant experience, specialized skills, or positions in high-paying regions.