How much does a secretary and administrative assistant make in Columbia?
$39,680a year
Median yearly pay for secretary and administrative assistants in the Columbia, MO metro area. That is $19.08 an hour or $3,307 a month.
- Hourly
- $19.08
- Vs. national median
- -17%
- Rank among cities
- 329 of 392
- Jobs in the area
- 1,350
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,100Median: $39,680Highest 10%: $61,110
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,100 | $14.95 | |
| 25th | $37,070 | $17.82 | |
| Median | $39,680 | $19.08 | |
| 75th | $47,700 | $22.93 | |
| 90th | $61,110 | $29.38 |
Other cities in Missouri
Median yearly pay for secretary and administrative assistants.
| Kansas City, MO | $46,810 |
| St. Louis, MO | $46,200 |
| St. Joseph, MO | $42,210 |
| Jefferson City, MO | $40,980 |
| Springfield, MO | $40,690 |
| Joplin, MO | $38,540 |
| Cape Girardeau, MO | $37,480 |
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Salaries for every job in Columbia, MOFrequently asked questions
How much does a secretary and administrative assistant make an hour in Columbia?
The median hourly pay in the Columbia, MO metro area is $19.08 ($39,680 a year).
Do secretary and administrative assistants make more in Columbia than the national average?
No: $39,680 against $47,540 nationally, 17% less.
How does Columbia compare with the rest of Missouri?
The median in Missouri is $43,540, so Columbia pays 9% less.
Where does Columbia rank for secretary and administrative assistant pay?
329 of 392 metro areas with data.
How much does a secretary and administrative assistant make starting out in Columbia?
The lowest-paid 10% make $31,100 or less a year; the top 10% make $61,110 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.