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 $44,409, a Bookkeeper, Sr. (3-5 years)earns $49,529, a Bookkeeping Manager (5+ years)earns $75,127,

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 $48,553, California $48,369, Massachusetts $47,724. 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: $49,249; Bookkeeper, Sr.: $48,908; Senior Bookkeeper: $48,696; Automotive Bookkeeper: $43,650; Church Bookkeeper: $43,139.

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Bookkeeper Salary in Delaware

How much does a Bookkeeper make in Delaware?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for a Bookkeeper in Delaware is $44,409 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): $50,486
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $40,505 to $47,590
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $36,951

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Bookkeeper Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$47,590	$3,966	$915	$23
Average	$44,409	$3,701	$854	$21
25th Percentile	$40,505	$3,375	$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): $44,409
Bookkeeper, Sr. (3-5 years): $49,529
Bookkeeping Manager (5+ years): $75,127

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Bookkeeper	1-3 years	$44,409
Bookkeeper, Sr.	3-5 years	$49,529
Bookkeeping Manager	5+ years	$75,127

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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: $48,553.
California: $48,369.
Massachusetts: $47,724.

District of Columbia $48,553 California $48,369 Massachusetts $47,724 Washington $47,549 New Jersey $47,531 Alaska $47,470 Connecticut $46,865 New York $46,619

Hawaii $45,834 Rhode Island $45,466 Maryland $45,216 Minnesota $44,874 Colorado $44,742 Illinois $44,698 Oregon $44,532 Delaware $44,409

New Hampshire $44,332 Virginia $44,159 Pennsylvania $43,655 Nevada $43,400 North Dakota $43,317 Michigan $43,185 Wisconsin $43,137 Vermont $43,041

Texas $42,773 Maine $42,756 Arizona $42,729 Ohio $42,699 Georgia $42,295 Indiana $42,094 Wyoming $42,054 Utah $41,993

Iowa $41,966 Kansas $41,756 Louisiana $41,694 North Carolina $41,673 Missouri $41,664 Florida $41,493 Montana $41,401 Nebraska $41,313

Kentucky $41,265 South Carolina $41,089 Tennessee $40,980 Idaho $40,936 New Mexico $40,616 Oklahoma $40,546 Alabama $40,287 South Dakota $39,853

Arkansas $39,616 West Virginia $39,489 Mississippi $39,107

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: $45,961
Little Creek: $45,536
Magnolia: $45,724

Lincoln, DE $45,961 Little Creek, DE $45,536 Magnolia, DE $45,724 Milford, DE $45,961 Marydel, DE $45,365 Millsboro, DE $45,961 Millville, DE $46,268 Milton, DE $45,961

Nassau, DE $45,961 Ocean View, DE $46,268 Rehoboth Beach, DE $46,268 Seaford, DE $45,479 Selbyville, DE $46,268 Smyrna, DE $45,312 Viola, DE $45,724 Woodside, DE $45,593

Bear, DE $44,979 Newark, DE $44,997 Claymont, DE $45,032 Delaware City, DE $44,997 Hockessin, DE $45,032 Kirkwood, DE $44,997 Middletown, DE $45,220 Montchanin, DE $45,032

New Castle, DE $45,032 Odessa, DE $45,282 Port Penn, DE $44,874 Rockland, DE $45,032 Saint Georges, DE $44,997 Townsend, DE $45,216 Winterthur, DE $45,032 Lewes, DE $45,961

Wilmington, DE $45,032 Dover, DE $45,514 Dover Afb, DE $45,619 Bethany Beach, DE $46,268 Bethel, DE $45,479 Bridgeville, DE $45,961 Camden Wyoming, DE $45,562 Cheswold, DE $45,409

Clayton, DE $45,295 Dagsboro, DE $46,268 Delmar, DE $45,479 Ellendale, DE $45,961 Felton, DE $45,961 Fenwick Island, DE $46,268 Frankford, DE $46,268 Frederica, DE $45,961

Georgetown, DE $45,961 Greenwood, DE $45,961 Harbeson, DE $45,961 Harrington, DE $45,961 Hartly, DE $45,273 Houston, DE $45,961 Kenton, DE $45,295 Laurel, DE $45,479

Yorklyn, DE $45,032

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.

Last Updated on February 01, 2026

$40,505

Average $44,409/year

$47,590

$3,375

Average $3,701/month

$3,966

$779

Average $854/week

$915

$19

Average $21/hour

$23

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$47,590	$3,966	$915	$23
Average	$44,409	$3,701	$854	$21
25th Percentile	$40,505	$3,375	$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.	$49,529	12%
Adjustment Clerk III	$50,000	13%
Accounting Clerk III	$55,413	25%
Plant Controller	$118,886	168%

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