What are the main factors that influence an Accountant V'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 Accountant V?

The Energy & Utilities industry offers the highest average compensation for Accountant V roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change An Accountant 's salary?

An Accountant 's salary grows with experience: an Accountant III (4-7 years)earns $84,933, an Accountant IV (7+ years)earns $101,233, an Accountant V (7-10 years)earns $142,709, an Accounting Supervisor (10+ years)earns $90,681, an Accounting Supervisor, Sr. (10+ years)earns $99,701,

What are the highest paying states for an Accountant V?

Accountant V salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Accountant V roles are District of Columbia $156,026, California $155,434, Massachusetts $153,362. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Accountant roles make?

Salaries for Accountant level roles vary by specialization: Tax Records and Reporting Accountant V: $163,730; Tax Accountant V: $163,727; Financial Statements and Reporting Accountant V: $158,200; Financial Reporting Accountant V: $158,130; General Accountant V: $141,000.

Click or scroll to view upper level job

Accountant V Salary in Delaware

How much does an Accountant V make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Accountant V in Delaware is $142,709 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $69.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $158,523
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $134,360 to $150,986
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $126,759

Compensation Planning

Develop a Job Description

Pay Equity

2026 Compensation Trend

Recruit with AI

Smart Recruiting

Salary Salary + Bonus Benefits

View as table

Accountant V Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$150,986	$12,582	$2,904	$73
Average	$142,709	$11,892	$2,744	$69
25th Percentile	$134,360	$11,197	$2,584	$65

You may get higher pay by adjusting the following factors:

Change Search Criteria

Check out Accountant V Job Openings in Delaware

Accountant

On Board - Wilmington, DE

Accountant

TradeJobsWorkforce - Houston, DE

Staff Accountant

Capano Management - Wilmington, DE

Level Accountant

Mid-Atlantic Services A-Team Corporation - Seaford, DE

Search More Accountant V Jobs in Delaware

Key Factors That Influence Accountant V Salaries

An Accountant V'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 Accountant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Accountant V'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:

Accountant III (4-7 years): $84,933
Accountant IV (7+ years): $101,233
Accountant V (7-10 years): $142,709
Accounting Supervisor (10+ years): $90,681
Accounting Supervisor, Sr. (10+ years): $99,701

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Accountant III	4-7 years	$84,933
Accountant IV	7+ years	$101,233
Accountant V	7-10 years	$142,709
Accounting Supervisor	10+ years	$90,681
Accounting Supervisor, Sr.	10+ years	$99,701

View as Graph

What Am I Worth?

How Do Accountant V 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 Accountant Vs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $156,026.
California: $155,434.
Massachusetts: $153,362.

District of Columbia $156,026 California $155,434 Massachusetts $153,362 Washington $152,798 New Jersey $152,742 Alaska $152,545 Connecticut $150,600 New York $149,811

Hawaii $147,289 Rhode Island $146,105 Maryland $145,302 Minnesota $144,202 Colorado $143,780 Illinois $143,639 Oregon $143,103 Delaware $142,709

New Hampshire $142,461 Virginia $141,905 Pennsylvania $140,285 Nevada $139,468 North Dakota $139,200 Michigan $138,777 Wisconsin $138,622 Vermont $138,312

Texas $137,452 Maine $137,396 Arizona $137,311 Ohio $137,213 Georgia $135,916 Indiana $135,268 Wyoming $135,141 Utah $134,944

Iowa $134,859 Kansas $134,183 Louisiana $133,986 North Carolina $133,915 Missouri $133,887 Florida $133,338 Montana $133,042 Nebraska $132,760

Kentucky $132,605 South Carolina $132,041 Tennessee $131,689 Idaho $131,548 New Mexico $130,519 Oklahoma $130,294 Alabama $129,462 South Dakota $128,067

Arkansas $127,306 West Virginia $126,898 Mississippi $125,672

Top Paying Cities for Accountant Vs

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: $142,066
Little Creek: $143,106
Magnolia: $142,900

Lincoln, DE $142,066 Little Creek, DE $143,106 Magnolia, DE $142,900 Milford, DE $142,427 Marydel, DE $142,661 Millsboro, DE $141,470 Millville, DE $141,688 Milton, DE $141,934

Nassau, DE $142,036 Ocean View, DE $141,664 Rehoboth Beach, DE $141,936 Seaford, DE $142,017 Selbyville, DE $141,429 Smyrna, DE $143,205 Viola, DE $142,545 Woodside, DE $142,929

Bear, DE $142,599 Newark, DE $142,545 Claymont, DE $142,837 Delaware City, DE $142,688 Hockessin, DE $142,533 Kirkwood, DE $142,661 Middletown, DE $142,716 Montchanin, DE $142,565

New Castle, DE $142,586 Odessa, DE $142,786 Port Penn, DE $142,882 Rockland, DE $142,579 Saint Georges, DE $142,671 Townsend, DE $142,890 Winterthur, DE $142,596 Lewes, DE $141,989

Wilmington, DE $142,540 Dover, DE $143,106 Dover Afb, DE $142,352 Bethany Beach, DE $141,515 Bethel, DE $141,662 Bridgeville, DE $141,996 Camden Wyoming, DE $142,703 Cheswold, DE $143,060

Clayton, DE $143,064 Dagsboro, DE $141,416 Delmar, DE $141,190 Ellendale, DE $141,618 Felton, DE $142,416 Fenwick Island, DE $141,447 Frankford, DE $141,201 Frederica, DE $142,556

Georgetown, DE $141,363 Greenwood, DE $142,018 Harbeson, DE $141,514 Harrington, DE $142,235 Hartly, DE $142,678 Houston, DE $142,032 Kenton, DE $143,071 Laurel, DE $141,278

Yorklyn, DE $142,575

Accountant V Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Accountant V salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $159,618. While startup companies pay approximate $134,990.

Accountant V Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$134,990
Growth Stage	51~500	$142,773
Established	501~5000	$154,142
Enterprise	5000+	$159,618

Accountant V Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Accountant V roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 53% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Accountant positions in Media or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Accountant V as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Accountant V

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities	$185,521	$89.0	30%
Pharmaceuticals	$178,386	$86.0	25%
Aerospace & Defense	$171,250	$82.0	20%
Insurance	$164,115	$79.0	15%
Construction	$156,980	$75.0	10%

Accountant V Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Accountant V'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.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

$134,360

Average $142,709/year

$150,986

$11,197

Average $11,892/month

$12,582

$2,584

Average $2,744/week

$2,904

$65

Average $69/hour

$73

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$150,986	$12,582	$2,904	$73
Average	$142,709	$11,892	$2,744	$69
25th Percentile	$134,360	$11,197	$2,584	$65

Accountant V Salary Growth & Career Path

Accountant V

Bookkeeping Manager

Accounting Supervisor

Plant Controller

VP of Accounting

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As an Accountant V, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Accountant V Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Bookkeeping Manager	$75,039	-47%
Accounting Supervisor	$90,681	-36%
Plant Controller	$118,876	-17%

Salaries of jobs related to Accountant V

Find Your Next Accountant V Job

Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Accountant V job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.

For Employees

Get a Salary Increase

Analyze the market and your qualifications to negotiate your salary with confidence.

Search Job Openings

Search thousands of open positions to find your next opportunity.

For Employers

Adjust Employee Salary

Individualize employee pay based on unique job requirements and personal qualifications.

Price My Industry Jobs

Get the latest market price for benchmark jobs and jobs in your industry.

Cost of Living In Delaware

Cost of Living in Delaware is

1.3% Higher

than the National Average

Use Salary.com's Cost of Living Calculator to find out what income you need to maintain your standard of living in a different city and how much more or less money you need to budget for basic expenses.

Explore Cost of Living Calculator

Empower Your Team

Salary.com experts will help you thrive your workplaces.

Find Salary.com Comp Consulting

See Salary Trends in 2025

Salary.com provides salary survey data for thousands of industry Jobs.

Price Your Company Jobs and Make Pay Fair

Where Does Our Salary Data Come From?

Salary.com salary estimates, histograms, trends, and comparisons are derived from both employer job postings and third-party data sources. We also provide multiple percentiles of salary information for your reference, click here to know Why the Salary Midpoint Formula Is Crucial to Getting Pay Equity Right. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Are you an HR manager or compensation specialist?

Salary.com's CompAnalyst platform offers:

Detailed skills and competency reports for specific positions
Job and employee pricing reports
Compensation data tools, salary structures, surveys and benchmarks.

Learn about

Click or scroll to view lower level job