What are the main factors that influence an Ap/Payroll Accountant'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 Ap/Payroll Accountant?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Ap/Payroll Accountant roles, with salaries approximately 35% above the market median.

How does experience change An Ap/Payroll Accountant's salary?

An Ap/Payroll Accountant's salary grows with experience: starting around $62,715 for beginners, reaching about $84,484 at mid-level, and approach $141,940 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Ap/Payroll Accountant?

Ap/Payroll Accountant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Ap/Payroll Accountant roles are District of Columbia $69,777, California $69,512, Massachusetts $68,586. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Ap/Payroll Accountant roles make?

Salaries for Ap/Payroll Accountant level roles vary by specialization: Accountant V: $140,907; Senior Accountant: $83,890; Plant Accountant: $82,136; Intermediate Accountant: $72,390; Accountant II: $72,361.

Ap/Payroll Accountant Salary in Delaware

How much does an Ap/Payroll Accountant make in Delaware? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Ap/Payroll Accountant in Delaware is $63,821 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $31.

However, an Ap/Payroll Accountant's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $73,969
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $58,758 to $69,133
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $54,148

10% $54,148

50% (Median) $63,821

90% $73,969

Ap/Payroll Accountant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$69,133	$5,761	$1,329	$33
Average	$63,821	$5,318	$1,227	$31
25th Percentile	$58,758	$4,896	$1,130	$28

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Key Factors That Influence Ap/Payroll Accountant Salaries

An Ap/Payroll Accountant'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 Ap/Payroll Accountant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Ap/Payroll Accountant'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): $62,715
Early Career (1-2 years): $72,892
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $84,484
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $100,701
Expert (over 8 years): $141,940

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Ap/Payroll Accountant	less than 1 year	$62,715
Accountant II	1-2 years	$72,892
Accountant III	2-4 years	$84,484
Accountant IV	5-8 years	$100,701
Accountant V	over 8 years	$141,940

How Do Ap/Payroll Accountant 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 Ap/Payroll Accountants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $69,777.
California: $69,512.
Massachusetts: $68,586.

District of Columbia $69,777 California $69,512 Massachusetts $68,586 Washington $68,333 New Jersey $68,308 Alaska $68,220 Connecticut $67,350 New York $66,997

Hawaii $65,869 Rhode Island $65,340 Maryland $64,981 Minnesota $64,489 Colorado $64,300 Illinois $64,237 Oregon $63,998 Delaware $63,821

New Hampshire $63,710 Virginia $63,462 Pennsylvania $62,737 Nevada $62,372 North Dakota $62,252 Michigan $62,063 Wisconsin $61,994 Vermont $61,855

Texas $61,470 Maine $61,445 Arizona $61,407 Ohio $61,363 Georgia $60,784 Indiana $60,494 Wyoming $60,437 Utah $60,349

Iowa $60,311 Kansas $60,008 Louisiana $59,920 North Carolina $59,889 Missouri $59,876 Florida $59,630 Montana $59,498 Nebraska $59,372

Kentucky $59,303 South Carolina $59,050 Tennessee $58,893 Idaho $58,830 New Mexico $58,370 Oklahoma $58,269 Alabama $57,897 South Dakota $57,273

Arkansas $56,933 West Virginia $56,750 Mississippi $56,202

Top Paying Cities for Ap/Payroll Accountant

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: $63,534
Little Creek: $63,999
Magnolia: $63,907

Lincoln, DE $63,534

Little Creek, DE $63,999

Magnolia, DE $63,907

Milford, DE $63,695

Marydel, DE $63,800

Millsboro, DE $63,267

Millville, DE $63,365

Milton, DE $63,475

Nassau, DE $63,521

Ocean View, DE $63,354

Rehoboth Beach, DE $63,476

Seaford, DE $63,512

Selbyville, DE $63,249

Smyrna, DE $64,043

Viola, DE $63,748

Woodside, DE $63,919

Bear, DE $63,772

Newark, DE $63,748

Claymont, DE $63,879

Delaware City, DE $63,812

Hockessin, DE $63,742

Kirkwood, DE $63,800

Middletown, DE $63,824

Montchanin, DE $63,757

New Castle, DE $63,766

Odessa, DE $63,856

Port Penn, DE $63,899

Rockland, DE $63,763

Saint Georges, DE $63,804

Townsend, DE $63,902

Winterthur, DE $63,771

Lewes, DE $63,499

Wilmington, DE $63,746

Dover, DE $63,999

Dover Afb, DE $63,662

Bethany Beach, DE $63,287

Bethel, DE $63,353

Bridgeville, DE $63,502

Camden Wyoming, DE $63,819

Cheswold, DE $63,978

Clayton, DE $63,980

Dagsboro, DE $63,243

Delmar, DE $63,142

Ellendale, DE $63,333

Felton, DE $63,690

Fenwick Island, DE $63,257

Frankford, DE $63,147

Frederica, DE $63,753

Georgetown, DE $63,219

Greenwood, DE $63,512

Harbeson, DE $63,287

Harrington, DE $63,609

Hartly, DE $63,807

Houston, DE $63,519

Kenton, DE $63,983

Laurel, DE $63,182

Yorklyn, DE $63,761

Ap/Payroll Accountant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Ap/Payroll Accountant roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 110% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 35% above the average. In contrast, Ap/Payroll Accountant positions in Transportation or Telecom typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Ap/Payroll Accountant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Ap/Payroll Accountant

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$86,159	$41.0	35%
Financial Services	$82,968	$40.0	30%
Biotechnology	$79,776	$38.0	25%
Pharmaceuticals	$79,776	$38.0	25%
Energy & Utilities	$76,585	$37.0	20%

Ap/Payroll Accountant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Ap/Payroll Accountant'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.

$58,758

Average $63,821/year

$69,133

$4,896

Average $5,318/month

$5,761

$1,130

Average $1,227/week

$1,329

$28

Average $31/hour

$33

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$69,133	$5,761	$1,329	$33
Average	$63,821	$5,318	$1,227	$31
25th Percentile	$58,758	$4,896	$1,130	$28

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