Accounts Payable Expense Coordinator Salary in the United States

How much does an Accounts Payable Expense Coordinator make in the United States? As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Accounts Payable Expense Coordinator in the United States is $57,699 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $28.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $64,389
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $51,873 to $61,201
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $46,568

Key Factors That Influence Accounts Payable Expense Coordinator Salaries

An Accounts Payable Expense Coordinator'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 Accounts Payable Expense Coordinator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Accounts Payable Expense Coordinator'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): $53,849
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $54,369
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $55,409
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $56,969
  • Expert (over 8 years): $58,185
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Entry Level Accounts Payable Expense Coordinator less than 1 year $53,849
Early Career Level Accounts Payable Expense Coordinator 1-2 years $54,369
Mid-Level Level Accounts Payable Expense Coordinator 2-4 years $55,409
Senior-Level Level Accounts Payable Expense Coordinator 5-8 years $56,969
Expert Level Accounts Payable Expense Coordinator over 8 years $58,185

Top Paying Cities for Accounts Payable Expense Coordinator

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: $72,775
  • San Francisco: $71,978
  • Oakland: $70,462

Accounts Payable Expense Coordinator Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

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

The top paying industries for an Accounts Payable Expense Coordinator

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals $69,238 $33.0 20%
Software & Networking $69,238 $33.0 20%
Insurance $66,353 $32.0 15%
Biotechnology $63,468 $31.0 10%
Energy & Utilities $63,468 $31.0 10%

How Education impacts an Accounts Payable Expense Coordinator's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Accounts Payable Expense Coordinator 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 Accounts Payable Expense Coordinator with a high school is between $48,703 and $51,121.

Accounts Payable Expense Coordinator Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Accounts Payable Expense Coordinator
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Degree 37.5%
High School 37.5%
Associate's Degree 15.6%
Bachelor's Degree 42.2%
Master's Degree or MBA 4.7%
JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent 0%

Accounts Payable Expense Coordinator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Accounts Payable Expense Coordinator'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
  • Table View
Last Updated on August 01, 2026
$51,873
Average $57,699/year
$61,201
$4,323
Average $4,808/month
$5,100
$998
Average $1,110/week
$1,177
$25
Average $28/hour
$29
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $61,201 $5,100 $1,177 $29
Average $57,699 $4,808 $1,110 $28
25th Percentile $51,873 $4,323 $998 $25

Most common benefits for Accounts Payable Expense Coordinator

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

Common company salaries for Accounts Payable Expense Coordinator

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FAQ about Accounts Payable Expense Coordinator

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Accounts Payable Expense Coordinator?

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

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