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Job outlook for information assistants in the United States
Are information assistant jobs in demand?
Information assistant job and salary trends over time
Information assistant jobs over time
Information assistant job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 3,185 | 0.00% |
| 2020 | 3,228 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 3,556 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 3,778 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 3,934 | 0.00% |
Average information assistant salary over time
Information assistant salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $34,616 | $16.64 | +3.1% |
| 2024 | $33,582 | $16.15 | +2.9% |
| 2023 | $32,638 | $15.69 | +2.9% |
| 2022 | $31,711 | $15.25 | +2.2% |
| 2021 | $31,025 | $14.92 | +2.7% |
Information assistant jobs by state
Most common states for information assistants
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alaska | 739,795 | 200 | 27% |
| 2 | Massachusetts | 6,859,819 | 1,481 | 22% |
| 3 | North Dakota | 755,393 | 160 | 21% |
| 4 | District of Columbia | 693,972 | 144 | 21% |
| 5 | Montana | 1,050,493 | 215 | 20% |
| 6 | Wyoming | 579,315 | 114 | 20% |
| 7 | Rhode Island | 1,059,639 | 196 | 18% |
| 8 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 231 | 17% |
| 9 | Vermont | 623,657 | 103 | 17% |
| 10 | Colorado | 5,607,154 | 919 | 16% |
| 11 | Minnesota | 5,576,606 | 892 | 16% |
| 12 | Utah | 3,101,833 | 492 | 16% |
| 13 | Nebraska | 1,920,076 | 315 | 16% |
| 14 | Idaho | 1,716,943 | 272 | 16% |
| 15 | Delaware | 961,939 | 158 | 16% |
| 16 | South Dakota | 869,666 | 141 | 16% |
| 17 | Washington | 7,405,743 | 1,084 | 15% |
| 18 | Oregon | 4,142,776 | 638 | 15% |
| 19 | Arizona | 7,016,270 | 977 | 14% |
| 20 | Wisconsin | 5,795,483 | 794 | 14% |
Most common cities for information assistants
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Carmichael | 1 | 2% | $42,394 |
| 2 | Twin Falls | 1 | 2% | $29,515 |
| 3 | Elk Grove | 1 | 1% | $42,499 |
| 4 | Meridian | 1 | 1% | $29,729 |
| 5 | Chicago | 1 | 0% | $34,322 |
| 6 | San Diego | 1 | 0% | $41,045 |
| 7 | Tampa | 1 | 0% | $30,032 |
Information Assistant job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of information assistant experts
Grambling State University
Missouri University of Science & Technology
University of Iowa
College of Charleston
Yenumula Reddy
IEEE Senior Member, ACM Senior Member, IARIA FellowGrambling State University
College of Arts and Sciences
What skills stand out on Information Assistant resumes?
Yenumula Reddy: -Programming languages.
-Common operating systems.
-Software proficiency.
-Technical writing.
-Project management.
-Data analysis.
What soft skills should all Information Assistants possess?
Yenumula Reddy: -Communication skills
-Problem-solving skills
-Work ethic
-Interpersonal skills
-Time management
What skills will help Information Assistants earn the most?
Yenumula Reddy: -Communication skills
-Analytical and research skills
-Flexibility and adaptability
-Interpersonal abilities
-Ability to make decisions
-Ability to plan, organize and prioritize the work
-Leadership and management
Christi Patton Luks
Professor (NTT) and Associate Chair for Academic AffairsMissouri University of Science & Technology
Linda & Bipin Doshi Department of Chemical & Biochemical Engineering
What's a good job out of college for Information Assistants?
Christi Patton Luks: A good job out of college is one that can be adapted to the individual's skills and interests and encourages them to stretch. Frequently, students think they want to work in a particular type of job. Once they have it, they discover that it was not what they thought it would be. Many companies rotate new employees through a variety of positions. Those are great for helping people find their own hidden talents. I know that I have discovered abilities that I would not have even attempted when I was 20.
What experience really stands out on Information Assistant resumes?
Brian Lai Ph.D.: Authentic experiences that mirror what they will be doing in a job. So internships in similar kinds of positions or experiential learning opportunities that mirror what positions require you to do.
What experience really stands out on Information Assistant resumes?
Jacob Craig Ph.D.: I believe strongly in dexterity and a language of expertise. That means that if a student can show they can adapt to new demands by learning a new way of working, learning about a new audience, learning how to address a new purpose, learning a new genre or style, and learning a new technology, that employee attractive. Especially at the entry-level, the ability to learn and adapt is valuable. Being able to talk about their experience using a persuasive vocabulary is often useful. For instance, if students can describe their approach to communication without using cliches (short and sweet, clear) and something along the lines of purpose, audience, situation, genre, medium--that's persuasive.