What are the main factors that influence an Accountant Assistant/Bookkeeper's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Accountant Assistant/Bookkeeper?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Accountant Assistant/Bookkeeper roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

How does experience change An Accountant Assistant/Bookkeeper's salary?

An Accountant Assistant/Bookkeeper's salary grows with experience: starting around $43,008 for beginners, reaching about $44,521 at mid-level, and approach $45,943 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Accountant Assistant/Bookkeeper?

Accountant Assistant/Bookkeeper salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Accountant Assistant/Bookkeeper roles are District of Columbia $50,757, California $50,565, Massachusetts $49,891. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Accountant Assistant/Bookkeeper roles make?

Salaries for Accountant Assistant/Bookkeeper level roles vary by specialization: Accountant V: $140,907; Senior Accountant: $83,890; Plant Accountant: $82,136; Intermediate Accountant: $72,390; Accountant II: $72,361.

Accountant Assistant/Bookkeeper Salary in Vermont

How much does an Accountant Assistant/Bookkeeper make in Vermont? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Accountant Assistant/Bookkeeper in Vermont is $44,995 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $22.

However, an Accountant Assistant/Bookkeeper's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $51,513
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $41,441 to $48,407
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $38,206

10% $38,206

50% (Median) $44,995

90% $51,513

Accountant Assistant/Bookkeeper Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$48,407	$4,034	$931	$23
Average	$44,995	$3,750	$865	$22
25th Percentile	$41,441	$3,453	$797	$20

Salary Factors Salary by Experience Related Job Salaries Top Paying Cities Explore Related Jobs

For HR & Compensation Team

What should I pay?

See how Salary.com helps teams price roles more accurately.

Benchmark Accountant Assistant/Bookkeeper with confidence

Get deeper market data to support decisions.

Work Email

Phone No.

Choose a perfect time to talk with a compensation expert.

Book a Demo

Check out Accountant Assistant/Bookkeeper Job Openings in Vermont

Junior Accountant

Famous Smoke Shop – EASTON, PA

Tax Accountant Retail Location

Intuit – NORTH BRANFORD, CT

Tax Accountant

Intuit – NORTHFORD, CT

Tax Accountant

Intuit – ANSONIA, CT

Key Factors That Influence Accountant Assistant/Bookkeeper Salaries

An Accountant Assistant/Bookkeeper'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 and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Accountant Assistant/Bookkeeper Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Accountant Assistant/Bookkeeper'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): $43,008
Early Career (1-2 years): $43,124
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $44,521
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $45,848
Expert (over 8 years): $45,943

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Entry Level Accountant Assistant/Bookkeeper	less than 1 year	$43,008
Early Career Level Accountant Assistant/Bookkeeper	1-2 years	$43,124
Mid-Level Level Accountant Assistant/Bookkeeper	2-4 years	$44,521
Senior-Level Level Accountant Assistant/Bookkeeper	5-8 years	$45,848
Expert Level Accountant Assistant/Bookkeeper	over 8 years	$45,943

How Do Accountant Assistant/Bookkeeper Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Accountant Assistant/Bookkeepers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $50,757.
California: $50,565.
Massachusetts: $49,891.

District of Columbia $50,757 California $50,565 Massachusetts $49,891 Washington $49,708 New Jersey $49,689 Alaska $49,625 Connecticut $48,993 New York $48,736

Hawaii $47,915 Rhode Island $47,530 Maryland $47,269 Minnesota $46,911 Colorado $46,774 Illinois $46,728 Oregon $46,554 Delaware $46,425

New Hampshire $46,345 Virginia $46,164 Pennsylvania $45,637 Nevada $45,371 North Dakota $45,284 Michigan $45,146 Wisconsin $45,096 Vermont $44,995

Texas $44,715 Maine $44,697 Arizona $44,670 Ohio $44,637 Georgia $44,216 Indiana $44,005 Wyoming $43,964 Utah $43,899

Iowa $43,872 Kansas $43,652 Louisiana $43,588 North Carolina $43,565 Missouri $43,556 Florida $43,377 Montana $43,280 Nebraska $43,189

Kentucky $43,138 South Carolina $42,955 Tennessee $42,840 Idaho $42,795 New Mexico $42,460 Oklahoma $42,387 Alabama $42,116 South Dakota $41,662

Arkansas $41,415 West Virginia $41,282 Mississippi $40,883

Top Paying Cities for Accountant Assistant/Bookkeeper

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:

Adamant: $46,056
Barre: $46,125
Cabot: $46,024

Adamant, VT $46,056

Barre, VT $46,125

Cabot, VT $46,024

Calais, VT $46,065

East Barre, VT $46,055

East Calais, VT $46,056

East Montpelier, VT $46,087

Eden, VT $46,026

Eden Mills, VT $45,984

Graniteville, VT $46,123

Hyde Park, VT $46,094

Johnson, VT $46,152

Lake Elmore, VT $46,043

Marshfield, VT $46,032

Moretown, VT $46,155

Morrisville, VT $46,150

Moscow, VT $46,173

Northfield, VT $46,099

Northfield Falls, VT $46,314

North Hyde Park, VT $46,091

North Montpelier, VT $46,044

Plainfield, VT $46,038

Roxbury, VT $45,960

South Barre, VT $46,179

Waterbury, VT $46,169

Stowe, VT $46,175

Waitsfield, VT $46,149

Warren, VT $46,063

Washington, VT $45,973

Waterbury Center, VT $46,167

Websterville, VT $46,115

Williamstown, VT $46,062

Wolcott, VT $46,037

Woodbury, VT $45,991

Worcester, VT $46,037

Rutland, VT $46,036

Belmont, VT $45,894

Benson, VT $45,893

Bomoseen, VT $45,966

Brandon, VT $45,999

Bridport, VT $46,004

Castleton, VT $45,974

Center Rutland, VT $46,006

Chittenden, VT $45,900

Cuttingsville, VT $45,884

Danby, VT $45,962

East Middlebury, VT $46,030

East Poultney, VT $45,967

East Wallingford, VT $45,917

Fair Haven, VT $45,934

Florence, VT $45,918

Forest Dale, VT $46,001

Gaysville, VT $45,709

Granville, VT $45,925

Hancock, VT $45,918

Hydeville, VT $45,971

Killington, VT $45,913

Middlebury, VT $46,101

Middletown Springs, VT $45,943

Mount Holly, VT $45,900

North Clarendon, VT $45,967

Orwell, VT $45,962

Pawlet, VT $45,979

Pittsfield, VT $45,939

Pittsford, VT $45,983

Poultney, VT $45,975

Proctor, VT $46,026

Ripton, VT $45,972

Rochester, VT $45,949

Rupert, VT $45,944

Salisbury, VT $46,017

Shoreham, VT $45,978

Stockbridge, VT $45,897

Wallingford, VT $45,921

Wells, VT $45,981

West Pawlet, VT $45,996

West Rupert, VT $45,985

West Rutland, VT $45,957

Whiting, VT $45,980

Saint Johnsbury, VT $46,030

Albany, VT $46,003

Barnet, VT $45,981

Barton, VT $45,998

Beebe Plain, VT $46,012

Concord, VT $45,937

Coventry, VT $46,065

Craftsbury, VT $46,016

Craftsbury Common, VT $46,019

Danville, VT $45,991

Derby, VT $46,012

Derby Line, VT $45,977

East Burke, VT $45,976

East Charleston, VT $45,981

East Hardwick, VT $46,005

East Haven, VT $45,876

East Saint Johnsbury, VT $46,029

Glover, VT $45,984

Granby, VT $45,819

Greensboro, VT $45,969

Greensboro Bend, VT $45,998

Hardwick, VT $46,049

Irasburg, VT $45,987

Island Pond, VT $45,911

Lowell, VT $45,971

Lower Waterford, VT $46,024

Lyndon, VT $46,015

Lyndon Center, VT $46,067

Lyndonville, VT $46,017

Morgan, VT $45,934

Newport, VT $46,039

Newport Center, VT $45,981

North Concord, VT $45,861

North Troy, VT $45,987

Orleans, VT $45,970

Passumpsic, VT $46,032

Peacham, VT $45,940

Saint Johnsbury Center, VT $46,034

Sheffield, VT $45,952

Sutton, VT $45,949

Troy, VT $45,992

West Burke, VT $45,979

West Charleston, VT $45,958

West Danville, VT $45,993

Westfield, VT $45,957

West Glover, VT $45,988

Averill, VT $45,721

Beecher Falls, VT $46,017

Canaan, VT $45,903

Gilman, VT $46,105

Guildhall, VT $45,842

Lunenburg, VT $45,942

Norton, VT $45,812

North Bennington, VT $46,324

North Pownal, VT $46,418

Pownal, VT $46,444

White River Junction, VT $46,024

Ascutney, VT $46,045

Barnard, VT $45,919

Bethel, VT $45,948

Bradford, VT $45,996

Bridgewater, VT $45,966

Bridgewater Corners, VT $45,875

Brookfield, VT $45,993

Brownsville, VT $45,967

Chelsea, VT $45,966

Corinth, VT $45,954

East Corinth, VT $45,973

East Randolph, VT $45,982

East Ryegate, VT $45,942

East Thetford, VT $45,999

Fairlee, VT $45,949

Groton, VT $45,961

Hartford, VT $46,143

Hartland, VT $45,982

Hartland Four Corners, VT $45,980

Mc Indoe Falls, VT $46,098

Newbury, VT $45,956

North Hartland, VT $46,015

North Pomfret, VT $45,936

North Thetford, VT $45,998

Norwich, VT $45,988

Plymouth, VT $45,842

Post Mills, VT $45,988

Quechee, VT $46,035

Randolph, VT $46,027

Randolph Center, VT $46,004

Reading, VT $45,880

Sharon, VT $45,947

South Pomfret, VT $45,903

South Royalton, VT $45,960

South Ryegate, VT $45,969

South Strafford, VT $45,958

South Woodstock, VT $45,892

Strafford, VT $45,918

Taftsville, VT $46,039

Thetford, VT $45,999

Thetford Center, VT $45,950

Topsham, VT $45,937

Tunbridge, VT $45,945

Vershire, VT $45,924

Wells River, VT $45,972

West Fairlee, VT $46,057

West Hartford, VT $45,937

West Newbury, VT $45,954

West Topsham, VT $45,973

Wilder, VT $46,146

Windsor, VT $46,001

Woodstock, VT $45,944

Bellows Falls, VT $46,112

Cambridgeport, VT $46,059

Cavendish, VT $45,906

Chester, VT $45,952

Chester Depot, VT $45,936

Grafton, VT $45,917

Londonderry, VT $46,000

Ludlow, VT $45,930

North Springfield, VT $46,091

Perkinsville, VT $45,966

Peru, VT $45,952

Proctorsville, VT $45,914

Saxtons River, VT $46,103

South Londonderry, VT $46,028

Springfield, VT $46,068

Westminster, VT $46,112

Westminster Station, VT $46,115

Weston, VT $45,905

Shaftsbury, VT $46,269

Brattleboro, VT $46,206

Bondville, VT $46,015

East Dover, VT $46,109

Jacksonville, VT $46,225

Jamaica, VT $46,016

Marlboro, VT $46,435

Newfane, VT $46,078

Putney, VT $46,069

Readsboro, VT $46,440

South Newfane, VT $46,094

Stamford, VT $46,407

Townshend, VT $46,037

Vernon, VT $46,347

Wardsboro, VT $46,070

West Dover, VT $46,146

West Dummerston, VT $46,090

West Halifax, VT $46,161

West Townshend, VT $45,975

West Wardsboro, VT $45,976

Whitingham, VT $46,208

Williamsville, VT $46,090

Wilmington, VT $46,180

Burlington, VT $46,306

South Burlington, VT $46,303

Winooski, VT $46,306

Colchester, VT $46,306

Alburgh, VT $46,075

Bakersfield, VT $46,143

Belvidere Center, VT $45,976

Bristol, VT $46,153

Cambridge, VT $46,208

Charlotte, VT $46,243

East Berkshire, VT $46,099

East Fairfield, VT $46,168

Enosburg Falls, VT $46,040

Essex, VT $46,271

Essex Junction, VT $46,274

Fairfax, VT $46,211

Fairfield, VT $46,167

Ferrisburgh, VT $46,192

Franklin, VT $46,043

Grand Isle, VT $46,216

Highgate Center, VT $46,082

Highgate Springs, VT $46,105

Hinesburg, VT $46,242

Huntington, VT $46,208

Isle La Motte, VT $46,132

Jeffersonville, VT $46,177

Jericho, VT $46,232

Jonesville, VT $46,242

Milton, VT $46,254

Monkton, VT $46,205

Montgomery, VT $46,040

Montgomery Center, VT $45,984

New Haven, VT $46,147

North Ferrisburgh, VT $46,213

North Hero, VT $46,167

Richford, VT $46,032

Richmond, VT $46,237

Saint Albans, VT $46,187

Saint Albans Bay, VT $46,181

Shelburne, VT $46,285

Sheldon, VT $46,132

Sheldon Springs, VT $46,246

South Hero, VT $46,258

Starksboro, VT $46,180

Swanton, VT $46,124

Underhill, VT $46,222

Underhill Center, VT $46,223

Vergennes, VT $46,133

Waterville, VT $46,149

Westford, VT $46,245

Williston, VT $46,280

Montpelier, VT $46,118

Bennington, VT $46,358

Arlington, VT $46,195

Dorset, VT $46,015

East Arlington, VT $45,998

East Dorset, VT $46,016

Manchester, VT $46,140

Manchester Center, VT $46,110

Accountant Assistant/Bookkeeper Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Accountant Assistant/Bookkeeper roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 61% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Accountant Assistant/Bookkeeper positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Accountant Assistant/Bookkeeper as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Accountant Assistant/Bookkeeper

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$56,244	$27.0	25%
Financial Services	$53,994	$26.0	20%
Pharmaceuticals	$53,994	$26.0	20%
Software & Networking	$53,994	$26.0	20%
Energy & Utilities	$51,744	$25.0	15%

Accountant Assistant/Bookkeeper Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Accountant Assistant/Bookkeeper'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.

$41,441

Average $44,995/year

$48,407

$3,453

Average $3,750/month

$4,034

$797

Average $865/week

$931

$20

Average $22/hour

$23

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$48,407	$4,034	$931	$23
Average	$44,995	$3,750	$865	$22
25th Percentile	$41,441	$3,453	$797	$20

Find Your Next Accountant Assistant/Bookkeeper Job

Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Accountant Assistant/Bookkeeper job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.

Intuit | ANSONIA, CT

Tax Accountant Retail Location

Intuit | ANSONIA, CT

Overview. Intuit is seeking highly motivated individuals to join our dynamic team as dedicated year-round TurboTax Retail Experts in one of our TurboTax Re... more

1 Month Ago
Plains | CRESTWOOD, TX

Pipeline Accountant

Plains | CRESTWOOD, TX

Plains is seeking a Pipeline Accountant to support financial management of our crude oil and NGL pipeline and terminal assets. In this role, you will prepa... more

1 Day Ago
CF Industries | WOODWARD, OK

Senior Accountant

CF Industries | WOODWARD, OK

CF Industries, a global leader in transforming natural gas into nitrogen products for agricultural and industrial markets, seeks a skilled Sr Accountant to... more

2 Days Ago
CF Industries | CLAIREMORE, OK

Senior Accountant

CF Industries | CLAIREMORE, OK

CF Industries, a global leader in transforming natural gas into nitrogen products for agricultural and industrial markets, seeks a skilled Sr Accountant to... more

2 Days Ago
Micro Center | HILLIARD, OH

Cost Accountant

Micro Center | HILLIARD, OH

Micro Center seeks a Cost Accountant to support our fast-paced retail and tech-focused operations. You’ll own product and inventory cost analysis, maintain... more

3 Days Ago

For Employees

Analyze the market and your qualifications to negotiate your salary with confidence.

Get a Salary Increase

Search thousands of open positions to find your next opportunity.

Search Job Openings

For Employers

Individualize employee pay based on unique job requirements and personal qualifications.

Adjust Employee Salary

Get the latest market price for benchmark jobs and jobs in your industry.

Price My Industry Jobs

Where Does Our Salary Data Come From?

Salary.com salary estimates, histograms, trends, and comparisons are derived from both employer job postings and third-party data sources. We also provide multiple percentiles of salary information for your reference, click here to know Why the Salary Midpoint Formula Is Crucial to Getting Pay Equity Right. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Are you an HR manager or compensation specialist?

Salary.com's CompAnalyst platform offers:

Detailed skills and competency reports for specific positions
Job and employee pricing reports
Compensation data tools, salary structures, surveys and benchmarks.

Learn about

Salary Search

Salary Calculator Tools

Know Your Worth

Advance at Work

Explore Career Path

Land Your Next Role

Software + AI

Data

Survey Catalogue

Accountant Assistant/Bookkeeper Salary in Vermont

Check out Accountant Assistant/Bookkeeper Job Openings in Vermont

Key Factors That Influence Accountant Assistant/Bookkeeper Salaries

How Experience Level Affects Accountant Assistant/Bookkeeper Salaries?

How Do Accountant Assistant/Bookkeeper Salaries Vary from State to State?

Top Paying Cities for Accountant Assistant/Bookkeeper

Accountant Assistant/Bookkeeper Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

The top paying industries for an Accountant Assistant/Bookkeeper

Accountant Assistant/Bookkeeper Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Find Your Next Accountant Assistant/Bookkeeper Job

For Employees

For Employers

Where Does Our Salary Data Come From?

Are you an HR manager or compensation specialist?

Accountant Assistant/Bookkeeper Salary in Vermont

Check out Accountant Assistant/Bookkeeper Job Openings in Vermont

Key Factors That Influence Accountant Assistant/Bookkeeper Salaries

How Experience Level Affects Accountant Assistant/Bookkeeper Salaries?

How Do Accountant Assistant/Bookkeeper Salaries Vary from State to State?

Top Paying Cities for Accountant Assistant/Bookkeeper

Accountant Assistant/Bookkeeper Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

The top paying industries for an Accountant Assistant/Bookkeeper

Accountant Assistant/Bookkeeper Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Salaries of jobs related to Accountant Assistant/Bookkeeper

Find Your Next Accountant Assistant/Bookkeeper Job

For Employees

For Employers

Where Does Our Salary Data Come From?

Are you an HR manager or compensation specialist?