Accounts Receivable Collections Analyst Salary in California

How much does an Accounts Receivable Collections Analyst make in California? As of October 01, 2026, the average salary for an Accounts Receivable Collections Analyst in California is $70,809 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $34.

However, an Accounts Receivable Collections Analyst's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $86,634
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $64,702 to $79,092
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $59,143

Key Factors That Influence Accounts Receivable Collections Analyst Salaries

An Accounts Receivable Collections Analyst'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 Receivable Collections Analyst Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Accounts Receivable Collections Analyst'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): $59,938
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $69,083
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $76,569
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $94,957
  • Expert (over 8 years): $81,024
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Accounts Receivable Analyst I less than 1 year $59,938
Accounts Receivable Collections Analyst 1-2 years $69,083
Accounts Receivable Analyst III 2-4 years $76,569
Accounts Receivable Analyst IV 5-8 years $94,957
Accounts Receivable Supervisor over 8 years $81,024

Top Paying Cities for Accounts Receivable Collections Analyst

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:

  • Los Angeles: $70,931
  • West Hollywood: $70,880
  • Dodgertown: $70,930

Accounts Receivable Collections Analyst Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Accounts Receivable Collections Analyst roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 90% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Accounts Receivable Collections Analyst positions in MFG Nondurable or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Accounts Receivable Collections Analyst as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Accounts Receivable Collections Analyst

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals $99,133 $48.0 40%
Financial Services $92,052 $44.0 30%
Internet $84,971 $41.0 20%
Software & Networking $84,971 $41.0 20%
Energy & Utilities $81,430 $39.0 15%

Accounts Receivable Collections Analyst Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Accounts Receivable Collections Analyst'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.

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Last Updated on October 01, 2026
$64,702
Average $70,809/year
$79,092
$5,392
Average $5,901/month
$6,591
$1,244
Average $1,362/week
$1,521
$31
Average $34/hour
$38
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $79,092 $6,591 $1,521 $38
Average $70,809 $5,901 $1,362 $34
25th Percentile $64,702 $5,392 $1,244 $31

Find Your Next Accounts Receivable Collections Analyst Job

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