Accessibility Lead Salary in the United States

How much does an Accessibility Lead make in the United States? As of November 01, 2026, the average salary for an Accessibility Lead in the United States is $106,080 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $51.

However, an Accessibility Lead's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $119,505
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $94,434 to $113,107
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $83,831

Key Factors That Influence Accessibility Lead Salaries

An Accessibility Lead's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Accessibility Lead Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Accessibility Lead's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $99,421
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $100,045
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $101,084
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $102,538
  • Expert (over 8 years): $104,616
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Entry Level Accessibility Lead less than 1 year $99,421
Early Career Level Accessibility Lead 1-2 years $100,045
Mid-Level Level Accessibility Lead 2-4 years $101,084
Senior-Level Level Accessibility Lead 5-8 years $102,538
Expert Level Accessibility Lead over 8 years $104,616

Top Paying Cities for Accessibility Lead

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $133,799
  • San Francisco: $132,334
  • Oakland: $129,545

Accessibility Lead Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Accessibility Lead roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Construction and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Accessibility Lead positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Accessibility Lead as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Accessibility Lead

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Construction $127,296 $61.0 20%
Energy & Utilities $116,688 $56.0 10%

How Education impacts an Accessibility Lead's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Accessibility Lead professionals enter the field with a Bachelor's degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Accessibility Lead with a Bachelor's is between $95,060 and $104,714.

Accessibility Lead Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Accessibility Lead
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Degree 20%
High School 20%
Associate's Degree 20%
Bachelor's Degree 60%
Master's Degree or MBA 0%
JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent 0%

Accessibility Lead Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Accessibility Lead's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

  • Hourly
  • Monthly
  • Weekly
  • Yearly
  • Table View
Last Updated on November 01, 2026
$94,434
Average $106,080/year
$113,107
$7,870
Average $8,840/month
$9,426
$1,816
Average $2,040/week
$2,175
$45
Average $51/hour
$54
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $113,107 $9,426 $2,175 $54
Average $106,080 $8,840 $2,040 $51
25th Percentile $94,434 $7,870 $1,816 $45

Most common benefits for Accessibility Lead

  • Social Security
  • 401 (k)
  • Disability
  • Healthcare
  • Pension
  • Time Off (days)

Common company salaries for Accessibility Lead

Here are companies hiring for Accessibility Lead and their salaries, click below for more details.

Find Your Next Accessibility Lead Job

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  • Ames Construction | Columbus, OH

    Ames Construction | Columbus, OH

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FAQ about Accessibility Lead

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Accessibility Lead?

The Construction industry offers the highest average compensation for Accessibility Lead roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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