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

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

How does experience change A Bookkeeping Manager's salary?

A Bookkeeping Manager's salary grows with experience: starting around $72,623 for beginners, reaching about $73,610 at mid-level, and approach $75,748 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Bookkeeping Manager?

Bookkeeping Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Bookkeeping Manager roles are District of Columbia $82,097, California $81,785, Massachusetts $80,695. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Bookkeeping Manager roles make?

Salaries for Bookkeeping Manager level roles vary by specialization: Office Manager Bookkeeping: $75,485; Bookkeeping/Accounting Manager: $74,200; Accounting/Bookkeeping: $68,603; Bookkeeping Clerk III: $54,743; Bookkeeping Clerk II: $48,673.

Bookkeeping Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Bookkeeping Manager make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Bookkeeping Manager in Delaware is $75,090 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $36.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $87,127
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $68,479 to $81,391
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $62,460

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Bookkeeping Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$81,391	$6,783	$1,565	$39
Average	$75,090	$6,257	$1,444	$36
25th Percentile	$68,479	$5,707	$1,317	$33

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Key Factors That Influence Bookkeeping Manager Salaries

A Bookkeeping Manager'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 Bookkeeping Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Bookkeeping Manager'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): $72,623
Early Career (1-2 years): $72,919
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $73,610
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $74,399
Expert (over 8 years): $75,748

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Bookkeeping Manager	$72,623
Intermediate Level Bookkeeping Manager	$72,919
Senior Level Bookkeeping Manager	$73,610
Specialist Level Bookkeeping Manager	$74,399
Expert Level Bookkeeping Manager	$75,748

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How Do Bookkeeping Manager 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 Bookkeeping Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $82,097.
California: $81,785.
Massachusetts: $80,695.

District of Columbia $82,097 California $81,785 Massachusetts $80,695 Washington $80,399 New Jersey $80,369 Alaska $80,265 Connecticut $79,242 New York $78,827

Hawaii $77,499 Rhode Island $76,877 Maryland $76,454 Minnesota $75,876 Colorado $75,653 Illinois $75,579 Oregon $75,297 Delaware $75,090

New Hampshire $74,959 Virginia $74,667 Pennsylvania $73,814 Nevada $73,384 North Dakota $73,243 Michigan $73,021 Wisconsin $72,939 Vermont $72,776

Texas $72,324 Maine $72,294 Arizona $72,250 Ohio $72,198 Georgia $71,516 Indiana $71,175 Wyoming $71,108 Utah $71,004

Iowa $70,960 Kansas $70,604 Louisiana $70,500 North Carolina $70,463 Missouri $70,448 Florida $70,159 Montana $70,003 Nebraska $69,855

Kentucky $69,773 South Carolina $69,477 Tennessee $69,291 Idaho $69,217 New Mexico $68,676 Oklahoma $68,557 Alabama $68,120 South Dakota $67,386

Arkansas $66,985 West Virginia $66,770 Mississippi $66,125

Top Paying Cities for Bookkeeping Managers

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: $77,715
Little Creek: $76,995
Magnolia: $77,314

Lincoln, DE $77,715 Little Creek, DE $76,995 Magnolia, DE $77,314 Milford, DE $77,715 Marydel, DE $76,706 Millsboro, DE $77,715 Millville, DE $78,234 Milton, DE $77,715

Nassau, DE $77,715 Ocean View, DE $78,234 Rehoboth Beach, DE $78,234 Seaford, DE $76,899 Selbyville, DE $78,234 Smyrna, DE $76,617 Viola, DE $77,314 Woodside, DE $77,092

Bear, DE $76,054 Newark, DE $76,083 Claymont, DE $76,143 Delaware City, DE $76,083 Hockessin, DE $76,143 Kirkwood, DE $76,083 Middletown, DE $76,461 Montchanin, DE $76,143

New Castle, DE $76,143 Odessa, DE $76,565 Port Penn, DE $75,876 Rockland, DE $76,143 Saint Georges, DE $76,083 Townsend, DE $76,454 Winterthur, DE $76,143 Lewes, DE $77,715

Wilmington, DE $76,143 Dover, DE $76,958 Dover Afb, DE $77,136 Bethany Beach, DE $78,234 Bethel, DE $76,899 Bridgeville, DE $77,715 Camden Wyoming, DE $77,040 Cheswold, DE $76,780

Clayton, DE $76,587 Dagsboro, DE $78,234 Delmar, DE $76,899 Ellendale, DE $77,715 Felton, DE $77,715 Fenwick Island, DE $78,234 Frankford, DE $78,234 Frederica, DE $77,715

Georgetown, DE $77,715 Greenwood, DE $77,715 Harbeson, DE $77,715 Harrington, DE $77,715 Hartly, DE $76,550 Houston, DE $77,715 Kenton, DE $76,587 Laurel, DE $76,899

Yorklyn, DE $76,143

Bookkeeping Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Bookkeeping Manager'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 April 01, 2026

$68,479

Average $75,090/year

$81,391

$5,707

Average $6,257/month

$6,783

$1,317

Average $1,444/week

$1,565

$33

Average $36/hour

$39

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$81,391	$6,783	$1,565	$39
Average	$75,090	$6,257	$1,444	$36
25th Percentile	$68,479	$5,707	$1,317	$33

Bookkeeping Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

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

Bookkeeping Manager Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Accounting Manager	$118,882	58%
Plant Controller	$118,882	58%

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