- Open jobs
- 8
- Agencies hiring
- 2
- Median pay in listings
- $20.75/hour
- Pay range
- $17.40 – $25.50/hour
- Median wage in California (BLS)
- $26.64/hour
Administrative Assistant – Accounts Payable
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Data Entry / Administrative Assistant - Entry Level
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Front Office / Administrative Assistant
Administrative Assistant pay in California
The median wage for Administrative Assistant jobs in California is $26.64 per hour ($55,411 a year full-time). Jobs on this page pay a median of $20.75/hour, from $17.40 to $25.50. Travel and contract jobs often pay more than staff positions because they include housing and meal stipends.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. Pay in listings is converted to an hourly rate assuming 36–40 hours a week.
License and requirements
Office, customer service and admin jobs usually need a high school diploma and basic computer skills. Staffing agencies often start you on a temp or temp-to-hire assignment that can become permanent.
Agencies hiring for Administrative Assistant jobs in California
| Agency | Open jobs | Median pay |
|---|---|---|
| Express Employment Professionals | 5 | $20.75/hr |
| Health Advocates Network | 3 | — |
Cities with the most Administrative Assistant jobs
Pomona (2), Sacramento (2), Rancho Cordova (2), San Diego (1), Folsom (1)
FAQ
How much does a Administrative Assistant make in California?
The median wage for Administrative Assistant jobs in California is $26.64 per hour (about $55,411 a year), according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. Administrative Assistant jobs listed on ReferHire pay a median of $20.75 per hour.
How many Administrative Assistant jobs are open in California?
8 Administrative Assistant jobs from 2 staffing agencies are open on ReferHire right now.
What license do I need?
Office, customer service and admin jobs usually need a high school diploma and basic computer skills. Staffing agencies often start you on a temp or temp-to-hire assignment that can become permanent.