Account Administrative Representative Salary in the United States

How much does an Account Administrative Representative make in the United States? As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Account Administrative Representative in the United States is $51,422 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $25.

However, an Account Administrative Representative's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $63,142
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $46,862 to $57,557
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $42,710

Key Factors That Influence Account Administrative Representative Salaries

An Account Administrative Representative'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 Account Administrative Representative Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Account Administrative Representative'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): $47,599
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $47,800
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $48,470
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $51,848
  • Expert (over 8 years): $53,637
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Entry Level Account Administrative Representative less than 1 year $47,599
Early Career Level Account Administrative Representative 1-2 years $47,800
Mid-Level Level Account Administrative Representative 2-4 years $48,470
Senior-Level Level Account Administrative Representative 5-8 years $51,848
Expert Level Account Administrative Representative over 8 years $53,637

Top Paying Cities for Account Administrative Representative

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: $64,859
  • San Francisco: $64,149
  • Oakland: $62,797

Account Administrative Representative Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Account Administrative Representative roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 59% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 34% above the average. In contrast, Account Administrative Representative positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Account Administrative Representative as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Account Administrative Representative

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking $68,906 $33.0 34%
Pharmaceuticals $64,278 $31.0 25%
Biotechnology $61,707 $30.0 20%
Internet $60,164 $29.0 17%
Financial Services $58,107 $28.0 13%

How Education impacts an Account Administrative Representative's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Account Administrative Representative professionals enter the field with a high school 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 Account Administrative Representative with a high school is between $48,630 and $52,542.

Account Administrative Representative Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Account Administrative Representative
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Degree 2.5%
High School 32.7%
Associate's Degree 18.2%
Bachelor's Degree 39.6%
Master's Degree or MBA 6.9%
JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent 0%

Account Administrative Representative Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Account Administrative Representative'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 August 01, 2026
$46,862
Average $51,422/year
$57,557
$3,905
Average $4,285/month
$4,796
$901
Average $989/week
$1,107
$23
Average $25/hour
$28
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $57,557 $4,796 $1,107 $28
Average $51,422 $4,285 $989 $25
25th Percentile $46,862 $3,905 $901 $23

Most common benefits for Account Administrative Representative

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

Common company salaries for Account Administrative Representative

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FAQ about Account Administrative Representative

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Account Administrative Representative?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Account Administrative Representative roles, with salaries approximately 34% above the market median.

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