What are the main factors that influence an Accounting Co-op'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 Accounting Co-op?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Accounting Co-op roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

How does experience change An Accounting Co-op's salary?

An Accounting Co-op's salary grows with experience: starting around $42,770 for beginners, reaching about $45,377 at mid-level, and approach $45,742 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Accounting Co-op?

Accounting Co-op salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Accounting Co-op roles are District of Columbia $48,235, California $48,052, Massachusetts $47,412. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Accounting Co-op roles make?

Salaries for Accounting Co-op level roles vary by specialization: SVP of Accounting: $292,164; VP of Accounting: $233,883; Accounting Director: $194,357; Professor - Accounting: $126,139; Accounting Manager: $117,381.

Accounting Co-op Salary in Delaware

How much does an Accounting Co-op make in Delaware? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Accounting Co-op in Delaware is $44,118 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $21.

However, an Accounting Co-op's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $49,701
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $41,378 to $47,040
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $38,883

10% $38,883

50% (Median) $44,118

90% $49,701

Accounting Co-op Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$47,040	$3,920	$905	$23
Average	$44,118	$3,677	$848	$21
25th Percentile	$41,378	$3,448	$796	$20

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Key Factors That Influence Accounting Co-op Salaries

An Accounting Co-op'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 Accounting Co-op Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Accounting Co-op'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): $42,770
Early Career (1-2 years): $43,713
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $45,377
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $45,620
Expert (over 8 years): $45,742

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Entry Level Accounting Co-op	less than 1 year	$42,770
Early Career Level Accounting Co-op	1-2 years	$43,713
Mid-Level Level Accounting Co-op	2-4 years	$45,377
Senior-Level Level Accounting Co-op	5-8 years	$45,620
Expert Level Accounting Co-op	over 8 years	$45,742

How Do Accounting Co-op 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 Accounting Co-ops. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $48,235.
California: $48,052.
Massachusetts: $47,412.

District of Columbia $48,235 California $48,052 Massachusetts $47,412 Washington $47,238 New Jersey $47,220 Alaska $47,159 Connecticut $46,558 New York $46,314

Hawaii $45,534 Rhode Island $45,168 Maryland $44,920 Minnesota $44,580 Colorado $44,450 Illinois $44,406 Oregon $44,240 Delaware $44,118

New Hampshire $44,042 Virginia $43,870 Pennsylvania $43,369 Nevada $43,116 North Dakota $43,034 Michigan $42,903 Wisconsin $42,855 Vermont $42,759

Texas $42,493 Maine $42,476 Arizona $42,450 Ohio $42,419 Georgia $42,019 Indiana $41,818 Wyoming $41,779 Utah $41,718

Iowa $41,692 Kansas $41,483 Louisiana $41,422 North Carolina $41,400 Missouri $41,391 Florida $41,221 Montana $41,130 Nebraska $41,043

Kentucky $40,995 South Carolina $40,821 Tennessee $40,712 Idaho $40,668 New Mexico $40,350 Oklahoma $40,280 Alabama $40,023 South Dakota $39,592

Arkansas $39,357 West Virginia $39,230 Mississippi $38,851

Top Paying Cities for Accounting Co-op

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:

Lincoln: $43,920
Little Creek: $44,241
Magnolia: $44,178

Lincoln, DE $43,920

Little Creek, DE $44,241

Magnolia, DE $44,178

Milford, DE $44,031

Marydel, DE $44,104

Millsboro, DE $43,736

Millville, DE $43,803

Milton, DE $43,879

Nassau, DE $43,911

Ocean View, DE $43,796

Rehoboth Beach, DE $43,880

Seaford, DE $43,905

Selbyville, DE $43,723

Smyrna, DE $44,272

Viola, DE $44,068

Woodside, DE $44,186

Bear, DE $44,084

Newark, DE $44,068

Claymont, DE $44,158

Delaware City, DE $44,112

Hockessin, DE $44,064

Kirkwood, DE $44,104

Middletown, DE $44,121

Montchanin, DE $44,074

New Castle, DE $44,081

Odessa, DE $44,142

Port Penn, DE $44,172

Rockland, DE $44,078

Saint Georges, DE $44,107

Townsend, DE $44,175

Winterthur, DE $44,084

Lewes, DE $43,896

Wilmington, DE $44,066

Dover, DE $44,241

Dover Afb, DE $44,008

Bethany Beach, DE $43,749

Bethel, DE $43,795

Bridgeville, DE $43,898

Camden Wyoming, DE $44,117

Cheswold, DE $44,227

Clayton, DE $44,228

Dagsboro, DE $43,719

Delmar, DE $43,649

Ellendale, DE $43,781

Felton, DE $44,028

Fenwick Island, DE $43,729

Frankford, DE $43,652

Frederica, DE $44,071

Georgetown, DE $43,702

Greenwood, DE $43,905

Harbeson, DE $43,749

Harrington, DE $43,972

Hartly, DE $44,109

Houston, DE $43,909

Kenton, DE $44,230

Laurel, DE $43,676

Yorklyn, DE $44,077

Accounting Co-op Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Accounting Co-op roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 80% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Healthcare and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Accounting Co-op positions in Insurance or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Accounting Co-op as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Accounting Co-op

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$66,178	$32.0	50%
Financial Services	$52,942	$25.0	20%

Accounting Co-op Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Accounting Co-op'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.

$41,378

Average $44,118/year

$47,040

$3,448

Average $3,677/month

$3,920

$796

Average $848/week

$905

$20

Average $21/hour

$23

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$47,040	$3,920	$905	$23
Average	$44,118	$3,677	$848	$21
25th Percentile	$41,378	$3,448	$796	$20

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