Executive Secretaries and Executive Administrative Assistants Hourly Pay
As of May 2025, the median hourly wage for executive secretaries and executive administrative assistants in the United States was $36.82, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OES survey.
Hourly Wage Percentiles
| Percentile | Hourly Wage |
|---|---|
| 10th | $24.31 |
| 25th | $29.52 |
| Median | $36.82 |
| 75th | $45.38 |
| 90th | $52.81 |
Data source: BLS OES national file · U.S. BLS OES survey, May 2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do executive secretaries and executive administrative assistants make an hour?
The median hourly wage is $36.82; the mean hourly wage is $38.05.
What is the entry-level hourly pay for executive secretaries and executive administrative assistants?
Workers at the 10th percentile earn about $24.31 per hour — a common proxy for entry-level pay.
What is the top hourly pay for executive secretaries and executive administrative assistants?
Workers at the 90th percentile earn about $52.81 per hour.