Accounting Coordinator/Administrative Assistant Salary in the United States

How much does an Accounting Coordinator/Administrative Assistant make in the United States? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Accounting Coordinator/Administrative Assistant in the United States is $64,185 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $31.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $78,780
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $57,951 to $71,825
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $52,275

Key Factors That Influence Accounting Coordinator/Administrative Assistant Salaries

An Accounting Coordinator/Administrative Assistant'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 Accounting Coordinator/Administrative Assistant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Accounting Coordinator/Administrative Assistant'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): $58,993
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $59,467
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $60,699
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $62,594
  • Expert (over 8 years): $66,307
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Entry Level Accounting Coordinator/Administrative Assistant less than 1 year $58,993
Early Career Level Accounting Coordinator/Administrative Assistant 1-2 years $59,467
Mid-Level Level Accounting Coordinator/Administrative Assistant 2-4 years $60,699
Senior-Level Level Accounting Coordinator/Administrative Assistant 5-8 years $62,594
Expert Level Accounting Coordinator/Administrative Assistant over 8 years $66,307

Top Paying Cities for Accounting Coordinator/Administrative Assistant

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: $80,957
  • San Francisco: $80,071
  • Oakland: $78,383

Accounting Coordinator/Administrative Assistant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Accounting Coordinator/Administrative Assistant roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 82% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Accounting Coordinator/Administrative Assistant positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Accounting Coordinator/Administrative Assistant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Accounting Coordinator/Administrative Assistant

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking $80,232 $39.0 25%
Internet $78,306 $38.0 22%
Pharmaceuticals $77,022 $37.0 20%
Financial Services $75,739 $36.0 18%
Energy & Utilities $71,888 $35.0 12%

How Education impacts an Accounting Coordinator/Administrative Assistant's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Accounting Coordinator/Administrative Assistant 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 Accounting Coordinator/Administrative Assistant with a high school is between $61,747 and $65,693.

Accounting Coordinator/Administrative Assistant Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Accounting Coordinator/Administrative Assistant
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Degree 0.8%
High School 35%
Associate's Degree 22.8%
Bachelor's Degree 37%
Master's Degree or MBA 4.1%
JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent 0.2%

Accounting Coordinator/Administrative Assistant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Accounting Coordinator/Administrative Assistant'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
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Last Updated on September 01, 2026
$57,951
Average $64,185/year
$71,825
$4,829
Average $5,349/month
$5,985
$1,114
Average $1,234/week
$1,381
$28
Average $31/hour
$35
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $71,825 $5,985 $1,381 $35
Average $64,185 $5,349 $1,234 $31
25th Percentile $57,951 $4,829 $1,114 $28

Most common benefits for Accounting Coordinator/Administrative Assistant

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

Common company salaries for Accounting Coordinator/Administrative Assistant

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FAQ about Accounting Coordinator/Administrative Assistant

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Accounting Coordinator/Administrative Assistant?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Accounting Coordinator/Administrative Assistant roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

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