In 2013, executive assistants earned a median salary of $51,870, according to the BLS. The highest earners made about $74,970, while the lowest earners took home approximately $32,090.The highest-paid executive assistants worked in the metropolitan areas of San Francisco; Nassau, New York; and New York City.he highest earners made about $74,970, while the lowest earners took home approximately $32,090. The highest-paid executive assistants worked in the metropolitan areas of San Francisco; Nassau, New York; and New York City.