What are the main factors that influence a Bookkeeper's salary?

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

How does experience change A Bookkeeper's salary?

A Bookkeeper's salary grows with experience: a Bookkeeper (1-3 years)earns $44,402, a Bookkeeper, Sr. (3-5 years)earns $49,527, a Bookkeeping Manager (5+ years)earns $75,090,

What are the highest paying states for a Bookkeeper?

Bookkeeper salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Bookkeeper roles are District of Columbia $48,545, California $48,361, Massachusetts $47,717. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Bookkeeper roles make?

Salaries for Bookkeeper level roles vary by specialization: Assistant Bookkeeper: $49,246; Bookkeeper, Sr.: $48,906; Senior Bookkeeper: $48,693; Automotive Bookkeeper: $43,644; Church Bookkeeper: $43,135.

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Bookkeeper Salary in Delaware

How much does a Bookkeeper make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Bookkeeper in Delaware is $44,402 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $21.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $50,496
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $40,508 to $47,592
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $36,963

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Bookkeeper Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$47,592	$3,966	$915	$23
Average	$44,402	$3,700	$854	$21
25th Percentile	$40,508	$3,376	$779	$19

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Key Factors That Influence Bookkeeper Salaries

A Bookkeeper'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 Bookkeeper Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Bookkeeper'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:

Bookkeeper (1-3 years): $44,402
Bookkeeper, Sr. (3-5 years): $49,527
Bookkeeping Manager (5+ years): $75,090

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Bookkeeper	1-3 years	$44,402
Bookkeeper, Sr.	3-5 years	$49,527
Bookkeeping Manager	5+ years	$75,090

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How Do Bookkeeper 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 Bookkeepers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $48,545.
California: $48,361.
Massachusetts: $47,717.

District of Columbia $48,545 California $48,361 Massachusetts $47,717 Washington $47,541 New Jersey $47,524 Alaska $47,462 Connecticut $46,857 New York $46,612

Hawaii $45,827 Rhode Island $45,458 Maryland $45,209 Minnesota $44,867 Colorado $44,735 Illinois $44,691 Oregon $44,525 Delaware $44,402

New Hampshire $44,325 Virginia $44,152 Pennsylvania $43,648 Nevada $43,393 North Dakota $43,310 Michigan $43,179 Wisconsin $43,130 Vermont $43,034

Texas $42,766 Maine $42,749 Arizona $42,723 Ohio $42,692 Georgia $42,289 Indiana $42,087 Wyoming $42,047 Utah $41,986

Iowa $41,960 Kansas $41,749 Louisiana $41,688 North Carolina $41,666 Missouri $41,657 Florida $41,486 Montana $41,394 Nebraska $41,306

Kentucky $41,258 South Carolina $41,083 Tennessee $40,973 Idaho $40,929 New Mexico $40,609 Oklahoma $40,539 Alabama $40,280 South Dakota $39,846

Arkansas $39,610 West Virginia $39,482 Mississippi $39,101

Top Paying Cities for Bookkeepers

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: $45,954
Little Creek: $45,529
Magnolia: $45,717

Lincoln, DE $45,954 Little Creek, DE $45,529 Magnolia, DE $45,717 Milford, DE $45,954 Marydel, DE $45,358 Millsboro, DE $45,954 Millville, DE $46,261 Milton, DE $45,954

Nassau, DE $45,954 Ocean View, DE $46,261 Rehoboth Beach, DE $46,261 Seaford, DE $45,472 Selbyville, DE $46,261 Smyrna, DE $45,305 Viola, DE $45,717 Woodside, DE $45,586

Bear, DE $44,972 Newark, DE $44,989 Claymont, DE $45,024 Delaware City, DE $44,989 Hockessin, DE $45,024 Kirkwood, DE $44,989 Middletown, DE $45,213 Montchanin, DE $45,024

New Castle, DE $45,024 Odessa, DE $45,274 Port Penn, DE $44,867 Rockland, DE $45,024 Saint Georges, DE $44,989 Townsend, DE $45,209 Winterthur, DE $45,024 Lewes, DE $45,954

Wilmington, DE $45,024 Dover, DE $45,507 Dover Afb, DE $45,612 Bethany Beach, DE $46,261 Bethel, DE $45,472 Bridgeville, DE $45,954 Camden Wyoming, DE $45,555 Cheswold, DE $45,401

Clayton, DE $45,288 Dagsboro, DE $46,261 Delmar, DE $45,472 Ellendale, DE $45,954 Felton, DE $45,954 Fenwick Island, DE $46,261 Frankford, DE $46,261 Frederica, DE $45,954

Georgetown, DE $45,954 Greenwood, DE $45,954 Harbeson, DE $45,954 Harrington, DE $45,954 Hartly, DE $45,266 Houston, DE $45,954 Kenton, DE $45,288 Laurel, DE $45,472

Yorklyn, DE $45,024

Bookkeeper Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Bookkeeper'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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$40,508

Average $44,402/year

$47,592

$3,376

Average $3,700/month

$3,966

$779

Average $854/week

$915

$19

Average $21/hour

$23

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$47,592	$3,966	$915	$23
Average	$44,402	$3,700	$854	$21
25th Percentile	$40,508	$3,376	$779	$19

Bookkeeper Salary Growth & Career Path

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Adjustment Clerk III

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Bookkeeping Manager

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Bookkeeper, 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.

Bookkeeper Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Bookkeeper, Sr.	$49,527	12%
Adjustment Clerk III	$50,000	13%
Accounting Clerk III	$55,423	25%
Plant Controller	$118,882	168%

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