Occupation ยท SOC 43-6011
Executive Secretaries and Executive Administrative Assistants: can it be done remotely?
According to the Dingel and Neiman (2020) classification, the work of executive secretaries and executive administrative assistants can typically be done from home. The score reflects the tasks involved, not whether a particular employer allows remote work.
Nationally, about 472,770 people work in this occupation, with a median annual wage of $74,260 ($35.70 an hour).
US employment
472,770
Median annual wage
$74,260
Mean annual wage
$77,060
Median hourly wage
$35.70
Education and training
Typical education
High school diploma or equivalent
Related work experience
Less than 5 years
On-the-job training
None
Job zone
3
Medium preparation
Pay by state
Top 5 by nominal pay
- District of Columbia$85,520
- California$84,790
- New Jersey$83,740
- Connecticut$80,510
- New York$80,490
Top 5 after cost of living
- Delaware$78,630
- New Mexico$78,010
- Minnesota$77,920
- District of Columbia$77,820
- Connecticut$77,700
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| Occupation | Median wage | Wage gain | Job zone | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chief Executives | $206,420 | $132,160 (+178.0%) | 5 | Bachelor's degree |
| Management Analysts | $101,190 | $26,930 (+36.3%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| First-Line Supervisors of Non-Retail Sales Workers | $84,130 | $9,870 (+13.3%) | 4 | High school diploma or equivalent |
States with the most jobs
- 1. New York88,830
- 2. California63,250
- 3. Texas35,090
- 4. Florida19,950
- 5. Massachusetts16,630
- 6. Maryland15,940
- 7. Illinois13,490
- 8. New Jersey12,850
- 9. Georgia12,710
- 10. Pennsylvania11,870
States that pay the most
- 1. District of Columbia$85,520
- 2. California$84,790
- 3. New Jersey$83,740
- 4. Connecticut$80,510
- 5. New York$80,490
- 6. Massachusetts$79,360
- 7. Delaware$78,480
- 8. Washington$78,140
- 9. Virginia$77,640
- 10. Hawaii$77,510
Median annual wage. Based on 52 states and territories with published figures.
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