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Benefits Assistant

Average Early-Career Benefits Assistant with Benefits & Compensation Skills Hourly Pay

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$17.36
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Avg. Base Hourly Rate (USD)
10%
$13.59
MEDIAN
$17.36
90%
$21.85

The average hourly pay for a Benefits Assistant is $17.36 in 2025

Hourly Rate
$14 - $22
Bonus
$0 - $509
Total Pay
$28k - $46k
Based on 11 salary profiles (last updated Oct 03 2022)
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What Do Benefits Assistants Do?

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Common Health Benefits for a Benefits Assistant

Medical
80%
Dental
70%
Vision
80%
None
20%

Gender Breakdown for Benefits Assistants

Female
100.0%
This data is based on 8 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Benefits Assistants

What is the highest pay for Benefits Assistants?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Benefits Assistant is $21.85 / hour

What is the lowest pay for Benefits Assistants?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Benefits Assistant is $13.59 / hour

How can Benefits Assistants increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Benefits Assistant is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Benefits Assistant that oversees more junior Benefits Assistants, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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What your skills are worth in the job market is constantly changing.
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