Assistant Child Development Specialist Salary in the United States

How much does an Assistant Child Development Specialist make in the United States?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for an Assistant Child Development Specialist in the United States is $56,654 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $27.

However, an Assistant Child Development Specialist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $67,301
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $49,686 to $62,227
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $43,342
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Assistant Child Development Specialist Salaries by Percentile

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Wage
75th Percentile $62,227 $5,186 $1,197 $30
Average $56,654 $4,721 $1,090 $27
25th Percentile $49,686 $4,141 $956 $24
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Key Factors That Influence Assistant Child Development Specialist Salaries

An Assistant Child Development Specialist's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Assistant Child Development Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Assistant Child Development Specialist's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $54,617
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $54,963
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $56,184
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $57,417
  • Expert (over 8 years): $57,581
Levels Salary
Entry Level Assistant Child Development Specialist$54,617
Intermediate Level Assistant Child Development Specialist$54,963
Senior Level Assistant Child Development Specialist$56,184
Specialist Level Assistant Child Development Specialist$57,417
Expert Level Assistant Child Development Specialist$57,581
$54,617 0 yr
$54,963 < 2 yrs
$56,184 2-4 yrs
$57,417 5-8 yrs
$57,581 > 8 yrs
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How Do Assistant Child Development Specialist Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Assistant Child Development Specialists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $62,727.
  • California: $62,489.
  • Massachusetts: $61,657.

Top Paying Cities for Assistant Child Development Specialists

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $71,458
  • San Francisco: $70,755
  • Oakland: $69,186

What Skills Can Increase an Assistant Child Development Specialist's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Written Communication (Mentioned in 5.28% Job Postings): Communicating information through written media to educate, inform and influence the target audience.
  • CPR (Mentioned in 6.47% Job Postings): Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) combines rescue breathing (mouth-to-mouth) and chest compressions to temporarily pump enough blood to the brain until specialized treatment is available.
  • Case Management (Mentioned in 3.33% Job Postings): Connecting patients with suitable healthcare providers, resources, and services to ensure they receive optimal, cost-effective care.
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Written Communication 5.28%
CPR 6.47%
Case Management 3.33%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on an Assistant Child Development Specialist's salary.
  • Leadership: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
  • Flexibility: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
  • Collaboration: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Leadership
 $58,354
3%
Flexibility
 $58,354
3%
Collaboration
 $58,354
3%
Patient Care
 $58,354
3%
Initiative
 $57,787
2%
Scheduling
 $57,221
1%
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How Education impacts an Assistant Child Development Specialist's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Assistant Child Development Specialists enter the field with a Associate's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Assistant Child Development Specialist with a Associate's Degree is between $56,598 and $60,239).

Assistant Child Development Specialist Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Assistant Child Development Specialist
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 2.7%
High School 2.7%
Associates 3.6%
Bachelors 60.5%
Masters 31.7%
Doctorate 1.5%
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Assistant Child Development Specialist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Assistant Child Development Specialist's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$49,686
Average $56,654/year
$62,227
$4,141
Average $4,721/month
$5,186
$956
Average $1,090/week
$1,197
$24
Average $27/hour
$30
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $62,227 $5,186 $1,197 $30
Average $56,654 $4,721 $1,090 $27
25th Percentile $49,686 $4,141 $956 $24

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Salary Trends for Assistant Child Development Specialist

Salaries for an Assistant Child Development Specialist can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $48,073 in 2023 to around $47,530 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Assistant Child Development Specialist salary trends, .

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