What are the main factors that influence an Accounts Payable Agent'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 Accounts Payable Agent?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Accounts Payable Agent roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change An Accounts Payable Agent's salary?

An Accounts Payable Agent's salary grows with experience: starting around $41,485 for beginners, reaching about $51,431 at mid-level, and approach $82,626 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Accounts Payable Agent?

Accounts Payable Agent salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Accounts Payable Agent roles are District of Columbia $56,422, California $56,208, Massachusetts $55,459. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Accounts Payable Agent roles make?

Salaries for Accounts Payable Agent level roles vary by specialization: Director of Accounts Payable: $190,534; Accounts Payable Manager: $101,110; Accounts Payable Supervisor: $74,951; Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable: $66,324; Accounts Payable/Purchasing Agent: $55,887.

Accounts Payable Agent Salary in New Mexico

How much does an Accounts Payable Agent make in New Mexico? As of October 01, 2026, the average salary for an Accounts Payable Agent in New Mexico is $47,199 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $23.

However, an Accounts Payable Agent's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $54,602
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $43,722 to $51,074
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $40,557

10% $40,557

50% (Median) $47,199

90% $54,602

Accounts Payable Agent Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$51,074	$4,256	$982	$25
Average	$47,199	$3,933	$908	$23
25th Percentile	$43,722	$3,644	$841	$21

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 Accounts Payable Agent 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 Accounts Payable Agent Job Openings in New Mexico

Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable Clerk

Consolidated Electrical Distributors – Santa Fe, NM

Accounts Payable Specialist

Hire Virtue – Carlsbad, NM

Accounts Payable Clerk

LHH Talent – Albuquerque, NM

Accounts Payable Clerk

Pueblo of San Felipe – Algodones, NM

Key Factors That Influence Accounts Payable Agent Salaries

An Accounts Payable Agent'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 Accounts Payable Agent Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Accounts Payable Agent'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): $41,485
Early Career (1-2 years): $46,391
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $51,431
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $69,322
Expert (over 8 years): $82,626

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Accounts Payable Clerk I	less than 1 year	$41,485
Accounts Payable Agent	1-2 years	$46,391
Accounts Payable Clerk III	2-4 years	$51,431
Accounts Payable Supervisor	5-8 years	$69,322
Accounts Payable Senior Supervisor	over 8 years	$82,626

How Do Accounts Payable Agent 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 Accounts Payable Agents. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $56,422.
California: $56,208.
Massachusetts: $55,459.

District of Columbia $56,422 California $56,208 Massachusetts $55,459 Washington $55,255 New Jersey $55,235 Alaska $55,164 Connecticut $54,460 New York $54,175

Hawaii $53,263 Rhode Island $52,835 Maryland $52,544 Minnesota $52,147 Colorado $51,994 Illinois $51,943 Oregon $51,749 Delaware $51,607

New Hampshire $51,517 Virginia $51,316 Pennsylvania $50,730 Nevada $50,435 North Dakota $50,338 Michigan $50,185 Wisconsin $50,129 Vermont $50,017

Texas $49,706 Maine $49,686 Arizona $49,655 Ohio $49,619 Georgia $49,150 Indiana $48,916 Wyoming $48,870 Utah $48,799

Iowa $48,768 Kansas $48,524 Louisiana $48,452 North Carolina $48,427 Missouri $48,417 Florida $48,218 Montana $48,111 Nebraska $48,009

Kentucky $47,953 South Carolina $47,749 Tennessee $47,622 Idaho $47,571 New Mexico $47,199 Oklahoma $47,117 Alabama $46,816 South Dakota $46,312

Arkansas $46,037 West Virginia $45,889 Mississippi $45,446

Top Paying Cities for Accounts Payable Agent

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:

Algodones: $47,701
Belen: $47,436
Bernalillo: $47,786

Algodones, NM $47,701

Belen, NM $47,436

Bernalillo, NM $47,786

Bluewater, NM $46,782

Bosque, NM $47,087

Casa Blanca, NM $47,194

Cedar Crest, NM $47,825

Cedarvale, NM $45,950

Cerrillos, NM $47,736

Claunch, NM $45,780

Coyote, NM $47,033

Cuba, NM $46,957

Cubero, NM $47,298

Edgewood, NM $47,612

Estancia, NM $47,044

Gallina, NM $46,786

Counselor, NM $46,815

Grants, NM $46,729

Milan, NM $46,916

Isleta, NM $47,868

Jarales, NM $47,390

Jemez Pueblo, NM $47,472

Jemez Springs, NM $47,326

Laguna, NM $47,529

La Jara, NM $46,905

La Joya, NM $46,796

Lindrith, NM $46,740

Los Lunas, NM $47,687

Mcintosh, NM $47,303

Pueblo Of Acoma, NM $46,988

Moriarty, NM $47,144

Mountainair, NM $46,636

Nageezi, NM $46,753

New Laguna, NM $47,275

Paguate, NM $47,307

Pena Blanca, NM $47,836

Peralta, NM $47,762

Placitas, NM $47,787

Ponderosa, NM $47,412

Prewitt, NM $46,768

Regina, NM $46,801

Sandia Park, NM $47,705

Corrales, NM $47,885

San Fidel, NM $47,020

San Rafael, NM $46,820

Santo Domingo Pueblo, NM $47,706

San Ysidro, NM $47,642

Stanley, NM $47,138

Tijeras, NM $47,711

Tome, NM $47,623

Torreon, NM $47,465

Veguita, NM $47,084

Willard, NM $46,552

Youngsville, NM $47,046

Bosque Farms, NM $47,850

Clines Corners, NM $46,853

Cochiti Pueblo, NM $47,742

Cochiti Lake, NM $47,804

Albuquerque, NM $47,912

Kirtland Afb, NM $47,912

Rio Rancho, NM $47,834

Gallup, NM $46,836

Brimhall, NM $46,703

Church Rock, NM $46,725

Continental Divide, NM $46,692

Crownpoint, NM $46,731

Fence Lake, NM $46,522

Fort Wingate, NM $46,709

Gamerco, NM $46,787

Mentmore, NM $46,715

Mexican Springs, NM $46,709

Ramah, NM $46,624

Rehoboth, NM $46,741

Thoreau, NM $46,743

Tohatchi, NM $46,700

Vanderwagen, NM $46,709

Zuni, NM $46,698

Navajo, NM $46,762

Jamestown, NM $46,646

Pinehill, NM $46,588

Sheep Springs, NM $46,751

Smith Lake, NM $46,925

Yatahey, NM $46,734

Farmington, NM $46,959

Aztec, NM $47,045

Blanco, NM $46,826

Bloomfield, NM $46,770

Flora Vista, NM $47,007

Fruitland, NM $46,713

Kirtland, NM $47,008

La Plata, NM $47,024

Navajo Dam, NM $47,004

Shiprock, NM $46,938

Waterflow, NM $46,914

Newcomb, NM $46,722

Sanostee, NM $46,752

Santa Fe, NM $48,157

Abiquiu, NM $46,839

Alcalde, NM $47,655

Amalia, NM $46,768

Arroyo Hondo, NM $46,702

Arroyo Seco, NM $46,756

Canjilon, NM $46,695

Canones, NM $47,120

Carson, NM $46,881

Cebolla, NM $46,722

Cerro, NM $46,736

Chama, NM $46,927

Chamisal, NM $47,529

Chimayo, NM $47,863

Cordova, NM $47,782

Costilla, NM $46,964

Taos Ski Valley, NM $46,608

Dixon, NM $47,484

Dulce, NM $46,926

El Prado, NM $46,798

El Rito, NM $47,012

Embudo, NM $47,239

Espanola, NM $47,805

Glorieta, NM $47,971

Hernandez, NM $47,360

Ilfeld, NM $47,528

La Madera, NM $46,930

Lamy, NM $47,788

Llano, NM $47,433

Los Alamos, NM $47,901

White Rock, NM $47,992

Medanales, NM $47,413

Ojo Caliente, NM $47,134

Los Ojos, NM $46,812

Pecos, NM $47,822

Penasco, NM $47,256

Petaca, NM $46,651

Questa, NM $46,785

Ranchos De Taos, NM $47,032

Red River, NM $46,652

Ribera, NM $46,952

Rowe, NM $47,573

San Cristobal, NM $46,650

San Jose, NM $47,456

Ohkay Owingeh, NM $47,688

Santa Cruz, NM $47,846

Serafina, NM $46,833

Taos, NM $46,771

Tererro, NM $47,975

Tesuque, NM $48,157

Tierra Amarilla, NM $46,771

Trampas, NM $47,218

Tres Piedras, NM $46,639

Truchas, NM $47,648

Vadito, NM $47,194

Valdez, NM $46,686

Vallecitos, NM $46,649

Velarde, NM $47,412

Villanueva, NM $46,861

Spaceport City, NM $45,906

Las Vegas, NM $46,464

Angel Fire, NM $46,601

Anton Chico, NM $46,383

Buena Vista, NM $46,809

Chacon, NM $46,842

Cimarron, NM $46,528

Cleveland, NM $47,175

Eagle Nest, NM $46,563

Guadalupita, NM $46,771

Holman, NM $47,054

La Loma, NM $46,305

Maxwell, NM $46,544

Miami, NM $46,443

Mills, NM $46,278

Montezuma, NM $47,414

Mora, NM $47,241

Mosquero, NM $46,238

Ocate, NM $46,494

Ojo Feliz, NM $46,616

Rainsville, NM $46,821

Raton, NM $46,661

Rociada, NM $47,438

Roy, NM $46,289

Sapello, NM $47,026

Solano, NM $46,232

Springer, NM $46,423

Ute Park, NM $46,550

Valmora, NM $46,425

Wagon Mound, NM $46,372

Watrous, NM $46,440

Socorro, NM $46,333

Aragon, NM $46,473

Datil, NM $46,281

Lemitar, NM $46,548

Luna, NM $46,556

Magdalena, NM $46,285

Pie Town, NM $46,439

Polvadera, NM $46,661

Quemado, NM $46,536

Reserve, NM $46,452

San Acacia, NM $46,738

San Antonio, NM $46,077

Truth Or Consequences, NM $46,067

Arrey, NM $46,059

Caballo, NM $46,091

Derry, NM $45,856

Elephant Butte, NM $46,187

Garfield, NM $45,723

Hatch, NM $44,991

Monticello, NM $46,064

Rincon, NM $44,732

Salem, NM $45,581

Williamsburg, NM $46,125

Winston, NM $46,098

Las Cruces, NM $44,146

White Sands Missile Range, NM $44,291

Santa Teresa, NM $44,613

Playas, NM $46,280

Animas, NM $46,394

Anthony, NM $44,602

Arenas Valley, NM $46,311

Bayard, NM $46,269

Berino, NM $44,400

Buckhorn, NM $46,317

Santa Clara, NM $46,350

Chamberino, NM $44,446

Cliff, NM $46,263

Columbus, NM $46,139

Deming, NM $46,149

Dona Ana, NM $44,148

Fairacres, NM $44,280

Faywood, NM $46,128

Fort Bayard, NM $46,305

Gila, NM $46,195

Glenwood, NM $46,231

Hachita, NM $46,139

Hanover, NM $46,148

Hillsboro, NM $46,054

Hurley, NM $46,238

La Mesa, NM $44,991

Lordsburg, NM $46,246

Mesilla, NM $44,147

Mesilla Park, NM $44,152

Mesquite, NM $44,190

Mimbres, NM $46,185

Mule Creek, NM $46,310

Organ, NM $44,175

Pinos Altos, NM $46,262

Radium Springs, NM $44,165

Redrock, NM $46,144

Rodeo, NM $46,452

San Miguel, NM $44,173

Silver City, NM $46,263

Sunland Park, NM $44,376

Tyrone, NM $46,400

Vado, NM $44,207

Chaparral, NM $44,765

Clovis, NM $46,174

Cannon Afb, NM $46,072

Broadview, NM $46,039

Causey, NM $45,960

Crossroads, NM $45,851

Dora, NM $46,069

Elida, NM $45,878

Floyd, NM $45,990

Fort Sumner, NM $45,953

Grady, NM $46,083

House, NM $46,046

Kenna, NM $45,879

Lingo, NM $45,957

Melrose, NM $46,054

Milnesand, NM $45,860

Pep, NM $45,923

Portales, NM $46,091

Rogers, NM $45,936

Saint Vrain, NM $46,084

Taiban, NM $45,937

Texico, NM $46,102

Yeso, NM $45,770

Roswell, NM $45,823

Artesia, NM $45,914

Caprock, NM $45,821

Carlsbad, NM $45,944

Dexter, NM $45,856

Eunice, NM $45,985

Hagerman, NM $45,879

Hobbs, NM $46,052

Hope, NM $45,711

Jal, NM $45,931

Lake Arthur, NM $45,803

Lakewood, NM $45,871

Loco Hills, NM $45,956

Loving, NM $45,932

Lovington, NM $46,008

Mcdonald, NM $45,882

Malaga, NM $45,888

Maljamar, NM $45,843

Monument, NM $45,951

Tatum, NM $45,912

Whites City, NM $45,989

Carrizozo, NM $45,606

Alamogordo, NM $45,461

Alto, NM $45,613

Bent, NM $45,470

Capitan, NM $45,507

Cloudcroft, NM $45,465

Corona, NM $45,804

Encino, NM $46,172

Fort Stanton, NM $45,526

Glencoe, NM $45,494

High Rolls Mountain Park, NM $45,456

Holloman Air Force Base, NM $45,456

Hondo, NM $45,535

La Luz, NM $45,456

Lincoln, NM $45,403

Mayhill, NM $45,559

Mescalero, NM $45,476

Nogal, NM $45,671

Orogrande, NM $45,479

Picacho, NM $45,526

Pinon, NM $45,697

Ruidoso, NM $45,699

Ruidoso Downs, NM $45,637

Sacramento, NM $45,497

San Patricio, NM $45,551

Sunspot, NM $45,456

Timberon, NM $45,554

Tinnie, NM $45,499

Tularosa, NM $45,486

Vaughn, NM $45,986

Weed, NM $45,553

Tucumcari, NM $46,215

Amistad, NM $46,155

Bard, NM $46,081

Capulin, NM $46,603

Clayton, NM $46,245

Conchas Dam, NM $46,287

Cuervo, NM $46,064

Des Moines, NM $46,419

Folsom, NM $46,491

Garita, NM $46,198

Gladstone, NM $46,291

Grenville, NM $46,282

Logan, NM $46,213

Mcalister, NM $46,070

Nara Visa, NM $46,104

Newkirk, NM $46,155

Quay, NM $46,181

San Jon, NM $46,132

Santa Rosa, NM $46,181

Sedan, NM $46,197

Trementina, NM $46,195

Accounts Payable Agent Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Accounts Payable Agent 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 Biotechnology and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Accounts Payable Agent positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Accounts Payable Agent as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Accounts Payable Agent

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$56,638	$27.0	20%
Pharmaceuticals	$55,694	$27.0	18%
Energy & Utilities	$54,278	$26.0	15%
Financial Services	$54,278	$26.0	15%
Chemicals	$51,919	$25.0	10%

Accounts Payable Agent Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Accounts Payable Agent'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.

$43,722

Average $47,199/year

$51,074

$3,644

Average $3,933/month

$4,256

$841

Average $908/week

$982

$21

Average $23/hour

$25

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$51,074	$4,256	$982	$25
Average	$47,199	$3,933	$908	$23
25th Percentile	$43,722	$3,644	$841	$21

Find Your Next Accounts Payable Agent Job

Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Accounts Payable Agent job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.

International Mineral Carlsbad, INC. | Carlsbad, NM

Accounts Payable Specialist

International Mineral Carlsbad, INC. | Carlsbad, NM

Job Description. Job Description. International Minerals Carlsbad, INC. . is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to support accurate and ... more

4 Days Ago
Amfabsteel Inc | Bernalillo, NM

Accounts Payable Clerk

Amfabsteel Inc | Bernalillo, NM

Job Description. Job Description. amfabsteel is a Design-Build/Design-Assist steel fabricator located in New Mexico. Founded in 1983, our firm is focused o... more

4 Days Ago
Jobot | San Felipe Pb, NM

Accounts Payable Clerk

Jobot | San Felipe Pb, NM

Established Organization | Experienced Leadership Team | Fast-Paced Environment This Jobot Consulting Job is hosted by: Giulia Saier Are you a fit. Easy Ap... more

5 Days Ago
Jobot | Albuquerque, NM

Accounts Payable Clerk

Jobot | Albuquerque, NM

Established Nonprofit Organization with Benefits This Jobot Consulting Job is hosted by: Daniel Gonzalez Are you a fit. Easy Apply now by clicking the "Qui... more

5 Days Ago
Santa Fe Recovery Center, Inc | Santa Fe, NM

Accounts Payable Specialist

Santa Fe Recovery Center, Inc | Santa Fe, NM

Job Description. Job Description. Description. Summary. The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for ensuring timely and accurate processing of all i... more

6 Days Ago
Garcia Automotive Group | Albuquerque, NM

Accounts Payable Receiveable Garcia Automotive

Garcia Automotive Group | Albuquerque, NM

Job Description. Job Description. . The Garcia Automotive Group is a locally owned and operated dealership group. focused on the people in our community. ... 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

Accounts Payable Agent Salary in New Mexico

Check out Accounts Payable Agent Job Openings in New Mexico

Key Factors That Influence Accounts Payable Agent Salaries

How Experience Level Affects Accounts Payable Agent Salaries?

How Do Accounts Payable Agent Salaries Vary from State to State?

Top Paying Cities for Accounts Payable Agent

Accounts Payable Agent Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

The top paying industries for an Accounts Payable Agent

Accounts Payable Agent Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Find Your Next Accounts Payable Agent Job

For Employees

For Employers

Where Does Our Salary Data Come From?

Are you an HR manager or compensation specialist?

Accounts Payable Agent Salary in New Mexico

Check out Accounts Payable Agent Job Openings in New Mexico

Key Factors That Influence Accounts Payable Agent Salaries

How Experience Level Affects Accounts Payable Agent Salaries?

How Do Accounts Payable Agent Salaries Vary from State to State?

Top Paying Cities for Accounts Payable Agent

Accounts Payable Agent Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

The top paying industries for an Accounts Payable Agent

Accounts Payable Agent Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Salaries of jobs related to Accounts Payable Agent

Find Your Next Accounts Payable Agent Job

For Employees

For Employers

Where Does Our Salary Data Come From?

Are you an HR manager or compensation specialist?