What education is needed to become a executive secretaries and executive administrative assistant?

Typical education required: High school diploma.

Executive Secretaries and Executive Administrative Assistants Salary

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

Median Annual Salary

$63,110

$30.34 / hour

▼ -2% (Little or no change)

Salary Range

$33,448 - $108,549

10th to 90th percentile

Total Employed

462,580

workers nationally

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

Executive Secretaries and Executive Administrative Assistants Salary by Percentile

$33,448 $108,549

10th pct Median: $63,110 90th pct

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
10th (Entry Level)	$33,448	$16.08
25th Percentile	$45,439	$21.85
50th (Median)	$63,110	$30.34
75th Percentile	$87,092	$41.87
90th (Top Earners)	$108,549	$52.19
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Top Paying States for Executive Secretaries and Executive Administrative Assistants

#	State	Median Annual	Median Hourly
1	District of Columbia (DC)	$83,305	$40.05
2	California (CA)	$78,888	$37.93
3	Massachusetts (MA)	$76,994	$37.02
4	New York (NY)	$76,994	$37.02
5	New Jersey (NJ)	$75,732	$36.41
6	Connecticut (CT)	$74,470	$35.80
7	Maryland (MD)	$74,470	$35.80
8	Hawaii (HI)	$72,577	$34.89
9	Alaska (AK)	$70,683	$33.98
10	Washington (WA)	$70,683	$33.98
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Executive Secretaries and Executive Administrative Assistants

Executive Secretaries and Executive Administrative Assistants 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 Executive Secretaries and Executive Administrative Assistants

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 Executive Secretaries and Executive Administrative Assistants make?

The median annual salary for Executive Secretaries and Executive Administrative Assistants is $63,110 (BLS OEWS May 2024). Entry-level workers earn around $33,448, while the top 10% earn $108,549 or more.

What is the hourly wage for Executive Secretaries and Executive Administrative Assistants?

Executive Secretaries and Executive Administrative Assistants earn a median hourly wage of $30.34 per hour. Working full-time (40 hrs/week, 52 weeks), this equals approximately $63,110 annually.

Is Executive Secretaries and Executive Administrative Assistants a good-paying career?

With a median salary of $63,110, Executive Secretaries and Executive Administrative Assistants earns above the U.S. median household income. Job outlook: Little or no change (-2% growth, 2022-2032).

What education do Executive Secretaries and Executive Administrative Assistants need?

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