What are the main factors that influence an Intermediate Cost Accountant's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change An Intermediate Cost Accountant's salary?

An Intermediate Cost Accountant's salary grows with experience: a Cost Accountant, Junior (0-2 years)earns $67,500, an Intermediate Cost Accountant (2-4 years)earns $79,703, a Senior Cost Accountant (4-7 years)earns $94,619, a Cost Accountant, Specialist (7+ years)earns $109,533, a General & Cost Accounting Supervisor (7+ years)earns $107,184,

What are the highest paying states for an Intermediate Cost Accountant?

Intermediate Cost Accountant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Intermediate Cost Accountant roles are District of Columbia $88,300, California $88,000, Massachusetts $86,800. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Intermediate Cost Accountant roles make?

Salaries for Intermediate Cost Accountant level roles vary by specialization: Cost Accountant, Specialist: $109,600; Cost Accountant IV: $109,533; Senior Cost Accountant: $94,700; Cost Accountant III: $94,619; Cost Accountant II: $79,703.

How do different companies affect an Intermediate Cost Accountant's salary?

Company size, industry, and compensation structure create significant salary variations for Intermediate Cost Accountant roles. Large, established industry leaders like C R Bard Inc ($128,509) and Henry Schein Canada ($124,697) offer base salaries 35-40% above the national average. In contrast, smaller firms or startups may offer closer to $82,041.

Intermediate Cost Accountant Salary in the United States

How much does an Intermediate Cost Accountant make in the United States?

As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Intermediate Cost Accountant in the United States is $79,800 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $38.

However, an Intermediate Cost Accountant's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $93,555
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $73,700 to $87,000
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $68,146

10% $68,146

50% (Median) $79,800

90% $93,555

Intermediate Cost Accountant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$87,000	$7,250	$1,673	$42
Average	$79,800	$6,650	$1,535	$38
25th Percentile	$73,700	$6,142	$1,417	$35

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Key Factors That Influence Intermediate Cost Accountant Salaries

An Intermediate Cost 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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Intermediate Cost Accountant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Intermediate Cost 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:

Cost Accountant, Junior (0-2 years): $67,500
Intermediate Cost Accountant (2-4 years): $79,703
Senior Cost Accountant (4-7 years): $94,619
Cost Accountant, Specialist (7+ years): $109,533
General & Cost Accounting Supervisor (7+ years): $107,184

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Cost Accountant, Junior	0-2 years	$67,500
Intermediate Cost Accountant	2-4 years	$79,703
Senior Cost Accountant	4-7 years	$94,619
Cost Accountant, Specialist	7+ years	$109,533
General & Cost Accounting Supervisor	7+ years	$107,184

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How Do Intermediate Cost 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 Intermediate Cost Accountants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $88,300.
California: $88,000.
Massachusetts: $86,800.

District of Columbia $88,300 California $88,000 Massachusetts $86,800 Washington $86,500 New Jersey $86,400 Alaska $86,300 Connecticut $85,200 New York $84,800

Hawaii $83,400 Rhode Island $82,700 Maryland $82,200 Minnesota $81,600 Colorado $81,400 Illinois $81,300 Oregon $81,000 Delaware $80,800

New Hampshire $80,600 Virginia $80,300 Pennsylvania $79,400 Nevada $78,900 North Dakota $78,800 Michigan $78,500 Wisconsin $78,500 Vermont $78,300

Maine $77,800 Texas $77,800 Arizona $77,700 Ohio $77,700 Georgia $76,900 Indiana $76,600 Wyoming $76,500 Utah $76,400

Iowa $76,300 Kansas $75,900 Missouri $75,800 Louisiana $75,800 North Carolina $75,800 Florida $75,500 Montana $75,300 Nebraska $75,100

Kentucky $75,100 South Carolina $74,700 Tennessee $74,500 Idaho $74,500 New Mexico $73,900 Oklahoma $73,700 Alabama $73,300 South Dakota $72,500

Arkansas $72,100 West Virginia $71,800 Mississippi $71,100

Top Paying Cities for Intermediate Cost Accountants

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: $100,600
San Francisco: $99,500
Oakland: $97,400

San Jose, CA $100,600

San Francisco, CA $99,500

Oakland, CA $97,400

New York, NY $91,800

Paramus, NJ $90,700

Queens Village, NY $90,700

Passaic, NJ $90,600

Bergenfield, NJ $90,600

Huntington, NY $90,400

Stamford, CT $90,400

Newark, NJ $89,800

Bridgeport, CT $89,700

Vallejo, CA $89,500

New Brunswick, NJ $89,500

Petaluma, CA $89,400

Middlesex, NJ $89,300

Somerset, NJ $89,200

Santa Cruz, CA $89,100

Boston, MA $88,600

Monterey, CA $88,300

Seattle, WA $88,200

Santa Rosa, CA $88,100

Los Angeles, CA $88,100

Juneau, AK $87,900

Washington, DC $87,800

Orange, CA $87,500

Santa Ana, CA $87,300

Anchorage, AK $87,200

Anaheim, CA $87,200

Long Beach, CA $87,200

Santa Maria, CA $87,000

Everett, WA $86,900

Danbury, CT $86,700

Bremerton, WA $86,500

Tacoma, WA $86,300

New Suffolk, NY $86,300

Sacramento, CA $86,200

Trenton, NJ $86,100

San Diego, CA $86,100

Santa Barbara, CA $86,100

Brockton, MA $86,000

Fairbanks, AK $85,800

Lompoc, CA $85,600

Lowell, MA $85,500

Ventura, CA $85,500

Nashua, NH $85,500

Stockton, CA $85,500

Modesto, CA $84,900

Poughkeepsie, NY $84,700

Olympia, WA $84,600

Kennewick, WA $84,600

New Haven, CT $84,500

Lawrence, MA $84,200

Hartford, CT $84,200

Riverside, CA $84,100

New Bedford, MA $84,100

Richland, WA $84,100

Bakersfield, CA $84,000

San Bernardino, CA $83,900

New Britain, CT $83,900

Atlantic City, NJ $83,900

New London, CT $83,900

Norwich, CT $83,900

Portsmouth, NH $83,800

Boulder, CO $83,700

Portland, OR $83,600

Worcester, MA $83,600

Minneapolis, MN $83,300

Philadelphia, PA $83,200

Honolulu, HI $82,900

Saint Paul, MN $82,900

Vineland, NJ $82,900

Providence, RI $82,600

Chicago, IL $82,400

Bellingham, WA $82,300

Springfield, MA $82,300

Baltimore, MD $82,200

Chico, CA $82,000

Pittsfield, MA $81,800

Manchester, NH $81,700

Spokane, WA $81,300

Denver, CO $81,300

Albany, NY $80,900

Troy, NY $80,900

Nassau, NY $80,800

Schenectady, NY $80,700

Wilmington, DE $80,700

Burlington, VT $80,600

Salem, OR $80,500

Portland, ME $80,300

Yakima, WA $80,200

Rochester, MN $80,000

Reno, NV $79,900

Fresno, CA $79,900

Milwaukee, WI $79,800

Detroit, MI $79,800

Allentown, PA $79,700

Ann Arbor, MI $79,700

Colorado Springs, CO $79,600

Syracuse, NY $79,600

Carson City, NV $79,600

Houston, TX $79,500

Eugene, OR $79,400

Gary, IN $79,300

Springfield, OR $79,300

Galveston, TX $79,200

Bismarck, ND $79,200

Medford, OR $79,100

Fort Collins, CO $79,000

Concord, NH $79,000

Austin, TX $79,000

Dallas, TX $78,800

Mesa, AZ $78,800

Reading, PA $78,800

Phoenix, AZ $78,800

Saint Cloud, MN $78,700

Madison, WI $78,600

Utica, NY $78,400

Rochester, NY $78,200

Des Moines, IA $78,200

Raleigh, NC $78,200

Atlanta, GA $78,100

Battle Creek, MI $78,100

Salt Lake City, UT $78,000

Lancaster, PA $77,900

Harrisburg, PA $77,800

Boca Raton, FL $77,700

Columbus, OH $77,700

Fort Worth, TX $77,700

Kansas City, MO $77,700

Kansas City, KS $77,700

Champaign, IL $77,700

Cleveland, OH $77,600

Pittsburgh, PA $77,600

Richmond, VA $77,600

Indianapolis, IN $77,600

Cincinnati, OH $77,500

Las Vegas, NV $77,500

Petersburg, VA $77,400

Huntsville, AL $77,300

Lansing, MI $77,200

Lebanon, PA $77,200

Pueblo, CO $77,200

Appleton, WI $77,200

Saint Louis, MO $77,100

Charlotte, NC $77,100

Racine, WI $77,100

Dayton, OH $77,100

Buffalo, NY $77,100

York, PA $77,000

Elkhart, IN $77,000

Gastonia, NC $77,000

Billings, MT $77,000

Beaumont, TX $77,000

Binghamton, NY $76,900

Toledo, OH $76,900

Rock Hill, SC $76,900

Lorain, OH $76,900

Benton Harbor, MI $76,900

Rockford, IL $76,800

Springfield, IL $76,800

Elyria, OH $76,800

Fargo, ND $76,800

Flagstaff, AZ $76,700

Fort Lauderdale, FL $76,700

Cheyenne, WY $76,600

Grand Forks, ND $76,600

Duluth, MN $76,600

Miami, FL $76,600

Bangor, ME $76,400

Grand Rapids, MI $76,300

Cedar Rapids, IA $76,300

Durham, NC $76,300

Louisville, KY $76,300

Hialeah, FL $76,200

Casper, WY $76,100

Scranton, PA $76,000

New Orleans, LA $76,000

Virginia Beach, VA $76,000

Akron, OH $76,000

Peoria, IL $75,900

Green Bay, WI $75,800

Omaha, NE $75,800

Baton Rouge, LA $75,800

Sarasota, FL $75,800

Nashville, TN $75,800

Charleston, SC $75,700

Davenport, IA $75,700

Jamestown, NY $75,700

Tucson, AZ $75,700

Saint Petersburg, FL $75,600

Tampa, FL $75,600

Port Arthur, TX $75,500

Evansville, IN $75,500

Bradenton, FL $75,500

Santa Fe, NM $75,400

Orlando, FL $75,200

Clearwater, FL $75,200

La Crosse, WI $75,000

Canton, OH $75,000

Albuquerque, NM $75,000

Newport News, VA $75,000

High Point, NC $75,000

Corpus Christi, TX $74,900

Ogden, UT $74,900

Norfolk, VA $74,800

Laramie, WY $74,800

Rock Island, IL $74,800

Moline, IL $74,700

Saginaw, MI $74,700

Jacksonville, FL $74,700

Salisbury, NC $74,700

Boise, ID $74,700

Memphis, TN $74,600

Tulsa, OK $74,600

Fort Myers, FL $74,600

Waterloo, IA $74,500

Spartanburg, SC $74,500

Lincoln, NE $74,400

Fort Wayne, IN $74,400

Provo, UT $74,400

Cedar Falls, IA $74,300

San Antonio, TX $74,300

South Bend, IN $74,200

Greensboro, NC $74,200

Savannah, GA $74,100

Muskegon, MI $74,100

Birmingham, AL $74,100

Winston Salem, NC $74,100

Lake Charles, LA $73,900

Anderson, IN $73,900

Augusta, GA $73,800

Greenville, SC $73,800

Lexington, KY $73,800

Tuscaloosa, AL $73,700

Columbia, SC $73,700

Lima, OH $73,700

Wichita, KS $73,700

Springfield, OH $73,600

Asheville, NC $73,500

Bloomington, IN $73,500

Knoxville, TN $73,200

Shreveport, LA $73,200

Wilmington, NC $73,100

Roanoke, VA $73,100

Oklahoma City, OK $72,900

Topeka, KS $72,900

Frankfort, KY $72,900

Chillicothe, OH $72,800

Longview, TX $72,800

Melbourne, FL $72,800

Sioux Falls, SD $72,700

Mobile, AL $72,700

Altoona, PA $72,600

Terre Haute, IN $72,600

Fayetteville, AR $72,500

Amarillo, TX $72,500

Killeen, TX $72,500

Chattanooga, TN $72,400

Sioux City, IA $72,400

Idaho Falls, ID $72,300

Lynchburg, VA $72,300

Gainesville, FL $72,200

Youngstown, OH $72,100

Lafayette, LA $72,100

Portsmouth, OH $72,100

Little Rock, AR $72,100

Daytona Beach, FL $72,000

Clarksville, TN $72,000

Pensacola, FL $72,000

Temple, TX $72,000

Erie, PA $71,800

Hopkinsville, KY $71,800

Florence, SC $71,700

Charleston, WV $71,600

Great Falls, MT $71,600

Macon, GA $71,500

Tallahassee, FL $71,400

Fayetteville, NC $71,400

Waco, TX $71,400

Helena, MT $71,400

Pine Bluff, AR $71,300

Vincennes, IN $71,200

Lubbock, TX $71,200

Alamogordo, NM $71,200

Twin Falls, ID $71,100

Rapid City, SD $71,100

Greenville, MS $70,900

Jackson, MS $70,900

Huntington, WV $70,900

Parkersburg, WV $70,800

Montgomery, AL $70,800

Wichita Falls, TX $70,700

Springfield, MO $70,700

Biloxi, MS $70,700

Johnstown, PA $70,600

Monroe, LA $70,600

Columbus, GA $70,500

Sumter, SC $70,500

Pascagoula, MS $70,400

Abilene, TX $70,400

Kingsport, TN $70,200

Albany, GA $70,200

Gulfport, MS $70,100

Alexandria, LA $69,900

Fort Smith, AR $69,700

El Paso, TX $69,500

Las Cruces, NM $69,100

Pocatello, ID $68,900

Harlingen, TX $68,900

Florence, AL $68,800

Brownsville, TX $68,800

Mcallen, TX $68,600

Dothan, AL $68,500

Columbus, MS $68,000

Altus, OK $67,600

Lawton, OK $67,500

Pierre, SD $67,200

What Skills Can Increase an Intermediate Cost Accountant's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

Analysis (Mentioned in 13.68% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
Bill of Materials (Mentioned in 1.58% Job Postings): Applying tools, methods, and practices in creating a list of raw materials, components, and instructions required to create a product.
Financial Reporting (Mentioned in 1.06% Job Postings): Reporting all activities and transactions to track and assess the financial health of the business.

Skills	Demand Percentage
Analysis	13.68%
Bill of Materials	1.58%
Financial Reporting	1.06%

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What skills can make your compensation higher?

Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on an Intermediate Cost Accountant's salary.

Innovation: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
Supply Chain: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
Commitment: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.

Skill	Salary	Salary % Increase
Innovation	$85,386	7%
Supply Chain	$82,194	3%
Commitment	$82,194	3%

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Intermediate Cost Accountant Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Intermediate Cost Accountant salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $89,180. While startup companies pay approximate $75,437.

Intermediate Cost Accountant Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$75,437
Growth Stage	51~500	$79,782
Established	501~5000	$86,115
Enterprise	5000+	$89,180

Intermediate Cost Accountant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Intermediate Cost Accountant roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Insurance sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Intermediate Cost Accountant positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Intermediate Cost Accountant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Intermediate Cost Accountant

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$99,750	$48.0	25%
Insurance	$95,760	$46.0	20%
Pharmaceuticals	$95,760	$46.0	20%
Financial Services	$91,770	$44.0	15%
Aerospace & Defense	$87,780	$42.0	10%

How Education impacts an Intermediate Cost Accountant's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Intermediate Cost Accountants enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree 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 Intermediate Cost Accountant with a Bachelor's Degree is between $78,496 and $83,158).

Intermediate Cost Accountant Salaries by Degree Level

$84,200
$83,400
$82,600
$81,800
$81,000
$80,100
$79,300
$78,500

Typical Education for Intermediate Cost Accountant
Degree Level	% of user with this level of education
No Diploma	0.6%
High School	4.9%
Associates	8.6%
Bachelors	61.1%
Masters	24.7%
Doctorate	0.0%

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Intermediate Cost Accountant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Intermediate Cost 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.

$73,700

Average $79,800/year

$87,000

$6,142

Average $6,650/month

$7,250

$1,417

Average $1,535/week

$1,673

$35

Average $38/hour

$42

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$87,000	$7,250	$1,673	$42
Average	$79,800	$6,650	$1,535	$38
25th Percentile	$73,700	$6,142	$1,417	$35

Intermediate Cost Accountant Salary Growth & Career Path

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Senior Cost Accountant General & Cost Accounting Manager

For an Intermediate Cost Accountant, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Senior Cost Accountant role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $94,700 - a projected growth of 19% over your current level.

Salary Trends for Intermediate Cost Accountant

Salaries for an Intermediate Cost Accountant can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $68,337 in 2023 to around $65,884 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Intermediate Cost Accountant salary trends, .

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2024	$67,234
2025	$65,884
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Most common benefits for Intermediate Cost Accountant

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Common company salaries for Intermediate Cost Accountant

Here are companies hiring for Intermediate Cost Accountant and their salaries, click below for more details.

C $128,509/per year

C R Bard Inc Biotechnology the United States

H $124,697/per year

Henry Schein Canada Biotechnology the United States

N $123,899/per year

Nordex Inc Biotechnology the United States

N $120,416/per year

Nipro Corp Biotechnology the United States

E $115,870/per year

Enovis Biotechnology the United States

A $114,553/per year

Advanced Research Projects Agency - Energy Biotechnology the United States

M $112,110/per year

MiniMed Inc Biotechnology the United States

L $111,500/per year

Labcorp Drug Development Biotechnology the United States

L $110,229/per year

Life Technologies Corp Biotechnology the United States

Z $106,224/per year

Zimmer Biomet Biotechnology the United States

P $103,077/per year

Promontory Therapeutics Biotechnology the United States

S $102,181/per year

Steris PLC Biotechnology the United States

G $97,274/per year

Gavin Conferences Pty Ltd Biotechnology the United States

E $94,764/per year

Endeavor BioMedicines Biotechnology the United States

R $94,402/per year

Replay Holdings LLC Biotechnology the United States

P $94,235/per year

Pleno Inc Biotechnology the United States

S $93,666/per year

Simulaids Inc Biotechnology the United States

N $88,880/per year

NOIRLab/CAS Biotechnology the United States

O $86,468/per year

Onward Technology Biotechnology the United States

L $84,895/per year

LED Medical Diagnostics Inc Biotechnology the United States

E $84,682/per year

Eyeco Ltd Biotechnology the United States

P $84,523/per year

Paerosol Biotechnology the United States

I $83,525/per year

IONIQ Sciences Inc Biotechnology the United States

S $82,815/per year

Stateside PPE Biotechnology the United States

D $82,041/per year

Digi Bio Biotechnology the United States

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FAQ about Intermediate Cost Accountant

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Intermediate Cost Accountant?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Intermediate Cost Accountant roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

2. Where do CMA get paid the most?

CMA professionals, particularly Intermediate Cost Accountants, can expect salaries ranging from a minimum of $74,500 to a maximum of $92,000, with an average mid-salary of $82,800. Regions with high demand for financial expertise, such as major metropolitan areas, typically offer the highest compensation for these roles.

3. What type of accountant gets paid the most?

The highest-paid accountants are typically those in specialized roles, such as Intermediate Cost Accountants. Based on current salary data, they earn between $74,500 and $92,000, with a median salary of $82,800. This range reflects their expertise in managing and analyzing costs, making them valuable assets to organizations.

4. What type of accountant is in most demand?

Intermediate Cost Accountants are in high demand due to their essential role in managing and analyzing costs within organizations. With a salary range from $74,500 to $92,000, these professionals are sought after for their expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis, making them valuable assets in various industries.

5. Is CPA better than US CMA?

Both the CPA and CMA offer unique advantages, and the choice depends on your career goals and interests. The CPA is a U.S. license, while the CMA is a globally recognized certification. In terms of salary, Intermediate Cost Accountants earn between $74,500 and $92,000, with a median salary of $82,800, reflecting the value of these credentials in the job market.

6. How many hours do accountants work?

On average, Intermediate Cost Accountants typically work around 40 to 45 hours per week, consistent with standard full-time schedules. During peak periods, such as tax season or year-end financial closing, they may work significantly more, sometimes exceeding 60 hours a week. Their salary ranges from $74,500 to $92,000, with a median of $82,800.

7. What pays more CPA or CMA?

Who earns more - CPA or CMA? The pay scale often depends on skillset and experience. For an Intermediate Cost Accountant, the salary ranges from $74,500 to $92,000, with a midpoint of $82,800. In comparison, a CPA generally earns around $120,000, while a CMA's typical salary is about $100,000, indicating that CPAs usually earn more than CMAs.

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