What education is needed to become a secretaries and administrative assistants, except legal, medical, and executive?

Typical education required: High school diploma.

Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive Salary

Name: Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive Salary Data
Creator: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
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Official U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Data - May 2024

Median Annual Salary

$40,990

$19.71 / hour

▼ -2% (Little or no change)

Salary Range

$21,725 - $70,503

10th to 90th percentile

Total Employed

1,934,190

workers nationally

🏛️ Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024 | Updated: Annual | Methodology

Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive Salary by Percentile

$21,725 $70,503

10th pct Median: $40,990 90th pct

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
10th (Entry Level)	$21,725	$10.44
25th Percentile	$29,513	$14.19
50th (Median)	$40,990	$19.71
75th Percentile	$56,566	$27.20
90th (Top Earners)	$70,503	$33.90
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Top Paying States for Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive

#	State	Median Annual	Median Hourly
1	District of Columbia (DC)	$54,107	$26.01
2	California (CA)	$51,238	$24.63
3	Massachusetts (MA)	$50,008	$24.04
4	New York (NY)	$50,008	$24.04
5	New Jersey (NJ)	$49,188	$23.65
6	Connecticut (CT)	$48,368	$23.25
7	Maryland (MD)	$48,368	$23.25
8	Hawaii (HI)	$47,138	$22.66
9	Alaska (AK)	$45,909	$22.07
10	Washington (WA)	$45,909	$22.07
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive

Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the administrative sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Requirements

Typical Entry-Level Education: High school diploma

Job Outlook for Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive

Projected Growth

-2%

2022-2032

▼ -2% (Little or no change)

Annual Job Openings

1,619,300

projected annually

Outlook data based on BLS Employment Projections program. Growth rate is projected change in employment 2022-2032.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive make?

The median annual salary for Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive is $40,990 (BLS OEWS May 2024). Entry-level workers earn around $21,725, while the top 10% earn $70,503 or more.

What is the hourly wage for Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive?

Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive earn a median hourly wage of $19.71 per hour. Working full-time (40 hrs/week, 52 weeks), this equals approximately $40,990 annually.

Is Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive a good-paying career?

With a median salary of $40,990, Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive represents a viable career path. Job outlook: Little or no change (-2% growth, 2022-2032).

What education do Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive need?

Typical entry-level education: High school diploma. Requirements vary by employer and specialization - check with specific employers and BLS OOH for detailed requirements.