How much does a secretary and administrative assistant make in Hartford?
Median yearly pay for secretary and administrative assistants in the Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford, CT metro area. That is $26.89 an hour or $4,662 a month.
- Hourly
- $26.89
- Vs. national median
- +18%
- Rank among cities
- 15 of 392
- Jobs in the area
- 6,980
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $40,590 | $19.51 | |
| 25th | $46,830 | $22.51 | |
| Median | $55,940 | $26.89 | |
| 75th | $63,740 | $30.64 | |
| 90th | $74,760 | $35.94 |
Other cities in Connecticut
Median yearly pay for secretary and administrative assistants.
| New Haven, CT | $63,800 |
| Bridgeport, CT | $57,440 |
| Norwich, CT | $54,340 |
| Waterbury, CT | $50,460 |
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Salaries for every job in Hartford, CTFrequently asked questions
How much does a secretary and administrative assistant make an hour in Hartford?
The median hourly pay in the Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford, CT metro area is $26.89 ($55,940 a year).
Do secretary and administrative assistants make more in Hartford than the national average?
Yes: $55,940 against $47,540 nationally, 18% more.
How does Hartford compare with the rest of Connecticut?
The median in Connecticut is $57,210, so Hartford pays 2% less.
Where does Hartford rank for secretary and administrative assistant pay?
15 of 392 metro areas with data.
How much does a secretary and administrative assistant make starting out in Hartford?
The lowest-paid 10% make $40,590 or less a year; the top 10% make $74,760 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.