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

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

How does experience change A Bursar's salary?

A Bursar's salary grows with experience: starting around $72,715 for beginners, reaching about $75,974 at mid-level, and approach $81,930 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Bursar?

Bursar salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Bursar roles are District of Columbia $86,627, California $86,299, Massachusetts $85,149. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Bursar roles make?

Salaries for Bursar level roles vary by specialization: Bursar - Higher Ed.: $78,300; Enrollment Bursar: $78,290; University Bursar: $78,253; College Bursar: $78,240; Assistant Bursar: $65,134.

Bursar Salary in Delaware

How much does a Bursar make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Bursar in Delaware is $79,234 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $38.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $93,038
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $64,676 to $86,459
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $51,422

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Bursar Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$86,459	$7,205	$1,663	$42
Average	$79,234	$6,603	$1,524	$38
25th Percentile	$64,676	$5,390	$1,244	$31

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Key Factors That Influence Bursar Salaries

A Bursar'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.

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Bursar	$72,715
Intermediate Level Bursar	$73,802
Senior Level Bursar	$75,974
Specialist Level Bursar	$79,234
Expert Level Bursar	$81,930

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

District of Columbia: $86,627.
California: $86,299.
Massachusetts: $85,149.

District of Columbia $86,627 California $86,299 Massachusetts $85,149 Washington $84,836 New Jersey $84,804 Alaska $84,695 Connecticut $83,615 New York $83,177

Hawaii $81,776 Rhode Island $81,119 Maryland $80,673 Minnesota $80,063 Colorado $79,828 Illinois $79,750 Oregon $79,453 Delaware $79,234

New Hampshire $79,096 Virginia $78,788 Pennsylvania $77,888 Nevada $77,434 North Dakota $77,285 Michigan $77,051 Wisconsin $76,965 Vermont $76,793

Texas $76,315 Maine $76,284 Arizona $76,237 Ohio $76,182 Georgia $75,462 Indiana $75,103 Wyoming $75,032 Utah $74,923

Iowa $74,876 Kansas $74,500 Louisiana $74,391 North Carolina $74,351 Missouri $74,336 Florida $74,031 Montana $73,866 Nebraska $73,710

Kentucky $73,624 South Carolina $73,311 Tennessee $73,115 Idaho $73,037 New Mexico $72,466 Oklahoma $72,341 Alabama $71,879 South Dakota $71,105

Arkansas $70,682 West Virginia $70,455 Mississippi $69,774

Top Paying Cities for Bursars

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: $82,003
Little Creek: $81,244
Magnolia: $81,581

Lincoln, DE $82,003 Little Creek, DE $81,244 Magnolia, DE $81,581 Milford, DE $82,003 Marydel, DE $80,939 Millsboro, DE $82,003 Millville, DE $82,551 Milton, DE $82,003

Nassau, DE $82,003 Ocean View, DE $82,551 Rehoboth Beach, DE $82,551 Seaford, DE $81,143 Selbyville, DE $82,551 Smyrna, DE $80,845 Viola, DE $81,581 Woodside, DE $81,346

Bear, DE $80,251 Newark, DE $80,282 Claymont, DE $80,345 Delaware City, DE $80,282 Hockessin, DE $80,345 Kirkwood, DE $80,282 Middletown, DE $80,681 Montchanin, DE $80,345

New Castle, DE $80,345 Odessa, DE $80,791 Port Penn, DE $80,063 Rockland, DE $80,345 Saint Georges, DE $80,282 Townsend, DE $80,673 Winterthur, DE $80,345 Lewes, DE $82,003

Wilmington, DE $80,345 Dover, DE $81,205 Dover Afb, DE $81,393 Bethany Beach, DE $82,551 Bethel, DE $81,143 Bridgeville, DE $82,003 Camden Wyoming, DE $81,291 Cheswold, DE $81,018

Clayton, DE $80,814 Dagsboro, DE $82,551 Delmar, DE $81,143 Ellendale, DE $82,003 Felton, DE $82,003 Fenwick Island, DE $82,551 Frankford, DE $82,551 Frederica, DE $82,003

Georgetown, DE $82,003 Greenwood, DE $82,003 Harbeson, DE $82,003 Harrington, DE $82,003 Hartly, DE $80,775 Houston, DE $82,003 Kenton, DE $80,814 Laurel, DE $81,143

Yorklyn, DE $80,345

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

Understanding how a Bursar'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

$64,676

Average $79,234/year

$86,459

$5,390

Average $6,603/month

$7,205

$1,244

Average $1,524/week

$1,663

$31

Average $38/hour

$42

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$86,459	$7,205	$1,663	$42
Average	$79,234	$6,603	$1,524	$38
25th Percentile	$64,676	$5,390	$1,244	$31

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