What are the main factors that influence a Construction Project Assistant's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Construction Project Assistant's salary?

A Construction Project Assistant's salary grows with experience: starting around $56,488 for beginners, reaching about $58,574 at mid-level, and approach $59,044 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Construction Project Assistant?

Construction Project Assistant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Construction Project Assistant roles are District of Columbia $61,362, California $61,129, Massachusetts $60,315. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Construction Project Assistant roles make?

Salaries for Construction Project Assistant level roles vary by specialization: Project Director - Construction: $202,953; Project Manager Sr. - Construction: $147,717; Project Coordinator Sr. - Construction: $128,564; Project Engineer III - Construction: $119,695; Project Manager - Construction: $118,557.

Construction Project Assistant Salary in Delaware

How much does a Construction Project Assistant make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Construction Project Assistant in Delaware is $56,252 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $27.

However, a Construction Project Assistant's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $67,685
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $49,616 to $62,237
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $43,575

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Construction Project Assistant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$62,237	$5,186	$1,197	$30
Average	$56,252	$4,688	$1,082	$27
25th Percentile	$49,616	$4,135	$954	$24

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Key Factors That Influence Construction Project Assistant Salaries

A Construction Project Assistant'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 and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Construction Project Assistant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Construction Project Assistant'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): $56,488
Early Career (1-2 years): $57,166
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $58,574
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $58,856
Expert (over 8 years): $59,044

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Construction Project Assistant	$56,488
Intermediate Level Construction Project Assistant	$57,166
Senior Level Construction Project Assistant	$58,574
Specialist Level Construction Project Assistant	$58,856
Expert Level Construction Project Assistant	$59,044

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How Do Construction Project Assistant 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 Construction Project Assistants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $61,362.
California: $61,129.
Massachusetts: $60,315.

District of Columbia $61,362 California $61,129 Massachusetts $60,315 Washington $60,093 New Jersey $60,071 Alaska $59,993 Connecticut $59,228 New York $58,918

Hawaii $57,926 Rhode Island $57,460 Maryland $57,145 Minnesota $56,712 Colorado $56,546 Illinois $56,491 Oregon $56,280 Delaware $56,125

New Hampshire $56,027 Virginia $55,809 Pennsylvania $55,172 Nevada $54,850 North Dakota $54,745 Michigan $54,579 Wisconsin $54,518 Vermont $54,396

Texas $54,058 Maine $54,035 Arizona $54,002 Ohio $53,963 Georgia $53,453 Indiana $53,199 Wyoming $53,149 Utah $53,071

Iowa $53,038 Kansas $52,772 Louisiana $52,694 North Carolina $52,667 Missouri $52,655 Florida $52,439 Montana $52,323 Nebraska $52,212

Kentucky $52,151 South Carolina $51,929 Tennessee $51,791 Idaho $51,735 New Mexico $51,331 Oklahoma $51,242 Alabama $50,915 South Dakota $50,367

Arkansas $50,067 West Virginia $49,907 Mississippi $49,424

Top Paying Cities for Construction Project Assistants

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:

Lincoln: $58,087
Little Creek: $57,549
Magnolia: $57,787

Lincoln, DE $58,087 Little Creek, DE $57,549 Magnolia, DE $57,787 Milford, DE $58,087 Marydel, DE $57,333 Millsboro, DE $58,087 Millville, DE $58,475 Milton, DE $58,087

Nassau, DE $58,087 Ocean View, DE $58,475 Rehoboth Beach, DE $58,475 Seaford, DE $57,477 Selbyville, DE $58,475 Smyrna, DE $57,266 Viola, DE $57,787 Woodside, DE $57,621

Bear, DE $56,845 Newark, DE $56,867 Claymont, DE $56,912 Delaware City, DE $56,867 Hockessin, DE $56,912 Kirkwood, DE $56,867 Middletown, DE $57,150 Montchanin, DE $56,912

New Castle, DE $56,912 Odessa, DE $57,228 Port Penn, DE $56,712 Rockland, DE $56,912 Saint Georges, DE $56,867 Townsend, DE $57,145 Winterthur, DE $56,912 Lewes, DE $58,087

Wilmington, DE $56,912 Dover, DE $57,521 Dover Afb, DE $57,654 Bethany Beach, DE $58,475 Bethel, DE $57,477 Bridgeville, DE $58,087 Camden Wyoming, DE $57,582 Cheswold, DE $57,388

Clayton, DE $57,244 Dagsboro, DE $58,475 Delmar, DE $57,477 Ellendale, DE $58,087 Felton, DE $58,087 Fenwick Island, DE $58,475 Frankford, DE $58,475 Frederica, DE $58,087

Georgetown, DE $58,087 Greenwood, DE $58,087 Harbeson, DE $58,087 Harrington, DE $58,087 Hartly, DE $57,217 Houston, DE $58,087 Kenton, DE $57,244 Laurel, DE $57,477

Yorklyn, DE $56,912

Construction Project Assistant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Construction Project Assistant'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.

Last Updated on May 18, 2021

$49,616

Average $56,252/year

$62,237

$4,135

Average $4,688/month

$5,186

$954

Average $1,082/week

$1,197

$24

Average $27/hour

$30

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$62,237	$5,186	$1,197	$30
Average	$56,252	$4,688	$1,082	$27
25th Percentile	$49,616	$4,135	$954	$24

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