What are the main factors that influence an Accounts Payable 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 Accounts Payable Bookkeeper?

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

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

An Accounts Payable Bookkeeper's salary grows with experience: starting around $43,517 for beginners, reaching about $45,048 at mid-level, and approach $46,487 for experts.

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

Accounts Payable Bookkeeper salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Accounts Payable Bookkeeper roles are District of Columbia $49,776, California $49,587, Massachusetts $48,927. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Accounts Payable Bookkeeper level roles vary by specialization: Director of Accounts Payable: $190,519; Accounts Payable Manager: $101,115; Accounts Payable Supervisor: $73,033; Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable: $66,322; Accounts Receivable/Bookkeeper: $51,574.

Accounts Payable Bookkeeper Salary in Delaware

How much does an Accounts Payable Bookkeeper make in Delaware? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Accounts Payable Bookkeeper in Delaware is $45,528 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $22.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $52,123
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $41,932 to $48,980
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $38,658

10% $38,658

50% (Median) $45,528

90% $52,123

Accounts Payable Bookkeeper Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$48,980	$4,082	$942	$24
Average	$45,528	$3,794	$876	$22
25th Percentile	$41,932	$3,494	$806	$20

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Key Factors That Influence Accounts Payable Bookkeeper Salaries

An Accounts Payable 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 Accounts Payable Bookkeeper Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Accounts Payable 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): $43,517
Early Career (1-2 years): $43,635
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $45,048
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $46,391
Expert (over 8 years): $46,487

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Entry Level Accounts Payable Bookkeeper	less than 1 year	$43,517
Early Career Level Accounts Payable Bookkeeper	1-2 years	$43,635
Mid-Level Level Accounts Payable Bookkeeper	2-4 years	$45,048
Senior-Level Level Accounts Payable Bookkeeper	5-8 years	$46,391
Expert Level Accounts Payable Bookkeeper	over 8 years	$46,487

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

District of Columbia: $49,776.
California: $49,587.
Massachusetts: $48,927.

District of Columbia $49,776 California $49,587 Massachusetts $48,927 Washington $48,747 New Jersey $48,729 Alaska $48,666 Connecticut $48,045 New York $47,794

Hawaii $46,989 Rhode Island $46,611 Maryland $46,355 Minnesota $46,004 Colorado $45,870 Illinois $45,825 Oregon $45,654 Delaware $45,528

New Hampshire $45,449 Virginia $45,272 Pennsylvania $44,755 Nevada $44,494 North Dakota $44,408 Michigan $44,274 Wisconsin $44,224 Vermont $44,125

Texas $43,851 Maine $43,833 Arizona $43,806 Ohio $43,775 Georgia $43,361 Indiana $43,154 Wyoming $43,114 Utah $43,051

Iowa $43,024 Kansas $42,808 Louisiana $42,745 North Carolina $42,723 Missouri $42,714 Florida $42,538 Montana $42,444 Nebraska $42,354

Kentucky $42,304 South Carolina $42,125 Tennessee $42,012 Idaho $41,967 New Mexico $41,639 Oklahoma $41,567 Alabama $41,302 South Dakota $40,857

Arkansas $40,614 West Virginia $40,484 Mississippi $40,093

Top Paying Cities for Accounts Payable 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:

Lincoln: $45,323
Little Creek: $45,655
Magnolia: $45,589

Lincoln, DE $45,323

Little Creek, DE $45,655

Magnolia, DE $45,589

Milford, DE $45,438

Marydel, DE $45,513

Millsboro, DE $45,133

Millville, DE $45,202

Milton, DE $45,281

Nassau, DE $45,313

Ocean View, DE $45,195

Rehoboth Beach, DE $45,281

Seaford, DE $45,307

Selbyville, DE $45,120

Smyrna, DE $45,686

Viola, DE $45,476

Woodside, DE $45,598

Bear, DE $45,493

Newark, DE $45,476

Claymont, DE $45,569

Delaware City, DE $45,521

Hockessin, DE $45,472

Kirkwood, DE $45,513

Middletown, DE $45,530

Montchanin, DE $45,482

New Castle, DE $45,489

Odessa, DE $45,553

Port Penn, DE $45,583

Rockland, DE $45,486

Saint Georges, DE $45,516

Townsend, DE $45,586

Winterthur, DE $45,492

Lewes, DE $45,298

Wilmington, DE $45,474

Dover, DE $45,655

Dover Afb, DE $45,414

Bethany Beach, DE $45,147

Bethel, DE $45,194

Bridgeville, DE $45,300

Camden Wyoming, DE $45,526

Cheswold, DE $45,640

Clayton, DE $45,641

Dagsboro, DE $45,116

Delmar, DE $45,043

Ellendale, DE $45,180

Felton, DE $45,434

Fenwick Island, DE $45,125

Frankford, DE $45,047

Frederica, DE $45,479

Georgetown, DE $45,099

Greenwood, DE $45,308

Harbeson, DE $45,147

Harrington, DE $45,377

Hartly, DE $45,518

Houston, DE $45,312

Kenton, DE $45,643

Laurel, DE $45,072

Yorklyn, DE $45,485

Accounts Payable Bookkeeper Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Accounts Payable 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, Accounts Payable Bookkeeper positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Accounts Payable Bookkeeper as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Accounts Payable Bookkeeper

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$56,910	$27.0	25%
Financial Services	$54,633	$26.0	20%
Pharmaceuticals	$54,633	$26.0	20%
Software & Networking	$54,633	$26.0	20%
Energy & Utilities	$52,357	$25.0	15%

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

Understanding how an Accounts Payable 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.

$41,932

Average $45,528/year

$48,980

$3,494

Average $3,794/month

$4,082

$806

Average $876/week

$942

$20

Average $22/hour

$24

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$48,980	$4,082	$942	$24
Average	$45,528	$3,794	$876	$22
25th Percentile	$41,932	$3,494	$806	$20

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