What are the main factors that influence a Cost Accounting Manager'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 Cost Accounting Manager?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Cost Accounting Manager roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Cost Accounting Manager's salary?

A Cost Accounting Manager's salary grows with experience: a Cost Accountant II (2-4 years)earns $80,713, a Cost Accountant III (4-7 years)earns $95,807, a Cost Accountant IV (7+ years)earns $110,912, a Cost Accounting Supervisor (7+ years)earns $108,535, a Cost Accounting Manager (7+ years)earns $129,468,

What are the highest paying states for a Cost Accounting Manager?

Cost Accounting Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Cost Accounting Manager roles are District of Columbia $141,549, California $141,012, Massachusetts $139,133. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Cost Accounting Manager roles make?

Salaries for Cost Accounting Manager level roles vary by specialization: Cost Accounting Director: $199,096; General & Cost Accounting Manager: $127,900; Plant General and Cost Accounting Manager: $117,400; Accounting Manager: $117,385; Cost Accountant IV: $109,521.

Cost Accounting Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Cost Accounting Manager make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Cost Accounting Manager in Delaware is $129,468 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $62.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $143,444
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $116,125 to $136,783
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $103,978

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Cost Accounting Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$136,783	$11,399	$2,630	$66
Average	$129,468	$10,789	$2,490	$62
25th Percentile	$116,125	$9,677	$2,233	$56

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Key Factors That Influence Cost Accounting Manager Salaries

A Cost Accounting 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 Cost Accounting Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Cost Accounting 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:

Cost Accountant II (2-4 years): $80,713
Cost Accountant III (4-7 years): $95,807
Cost Accountant IV (7+ years): $110,912
Cost Accounting Supervisor (7+ years): $108,535
Cost Accounting Manager (7+ years): $129,468

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Cost Accountant II	2-4 years	$80,713
Cost Accountant III	4-7 years	$95,807
Cost Accountant IV	7+ years	$110,912
Cost Accounting Supervisor	7+ years	$108,535
Cost Accounting Manager	7+ years	$129,468

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

District of Columbia: $141,549.
California: $141,012.
Massachusetts: $139,133.

District of Columbia $141,549 California $141,012 Massachusetts $139,133 Washington $138,621 New Jersey $138,570 Alaska $138,391 Connecticut $136,627 New York $135,911

Hawaii $133,623 Rhode Island $132,549 Maryland $131,820 Minnesota $130,823 Colorado $130,439 Illinois $130,311 Oregon $129,826 Delaware $129,468

New Hampshire $129,243 Virginia $128,739 Pennsylvania $127,269 Nevada $126,527 North Dakota $126,284 Michigan $125,901 Wisconsin $125,760 Vermont $125,479

Texas $124,699 Maine $124,648 Arizona $124,571 Ohio $124,482 Georgia $123,306 Indiana $122,717 Wyoming $122,602 Utah $122,423

Iowa $122,347 Kansas $121,733 Louisiana $121,554 North Carolina $121,490 Missouri $121,465 Florida $120,966 Montana $120,698 Nebraska $120,442

Kentucky $120,301 South Carolina $119,790 Tennessee $119,470 Idaho $119,342 New Mexico $118,409 Oklahoma $118,205 Alabama $117,450 South Dakota $116,185

Arkansas $115,494 West Virginia $115,124 Mississippi $114,011

Top Paying Cities for Cost Accounting 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: $128,885
Little Creek: $129,828
Magnolia: $129,641

Lincoln, DE $128,885 Little Creek, DE $129,828 Magnolia, DE $129,641 Milford, DE $129,212 Marydel, DE $129,424 Millsboro, DE $128,344 Millville, DE $128,542 Milton, DE $128,764

Nassau, DE $128,858 Ocean View, DE $128,520 Rehoboth Beach, DE $128,767 Seaford, DE $128,840 Selbyville, DE $128,307 Smyrna, DE $129,918 Viola, DE $129,319 Woodside, DE $129,667

Bear, DE $129,368 Newark, DE $129,319 Claymont, DE $129,584 Delaware City, DE $129,448 Hockessin, DE $129,308 Kirkwood, DE $129,424 Middletown, DE $129,474 Montchanin, DE $129,337

New Castle, DE $129,356 Odessa, DE $129,538 Port Penn, DE $129,625 Rockland, DE $129,350 Saint Georges, DE $129,433 Townsend, DE $129,633 Winterthur, DE $129,365 Lewes, DE $128,814

Wilmington, DE $129,314 Dover, DE $129,828 Dover Afb, DE $129,144 Bethany Beach, DE $128,385 Bethel, DE $128,518 Bridgeville, DE $128,821 Camden Wyoming, DE $129,463 Cheswold, DE $129,786

Clayton, DE $129,790 Dagsboro, DE $128,295 Delmar, DE $128,089 Ellendale, DE $128,478 Felton, DE $129,202 Fenwick Island, DE $128,323 Frankford, DE $128,100 Frederica, DE $129,330

Georgetown, DE $128,247 Greenwood, DE $128,841 Harbeson, DE $128,384 Harrington, DE $129,038 Hartly, DE $129,439 Houston, DE $128,854 Kenton, DE $129,796 Laurel, DE $128,170

Yorklyn, DE $129,346

Cost Accounting Manager Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Cost Accounting Manager salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $144,808. While startup companies pay approximate $122,465.

Cost Accounting Manager Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$122,465
Growth Stage	51~500	$129,526
Established	501~5000	$139,840
Enterprise	5000+	$144,808

Cost Accounting Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Cost Accounting Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Cost Accounting Manager positions in Biotechnology or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Cost Accounting Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Cost Accounting Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$155,361	$75.0	20%

Cost Accounting Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Cost Accounting 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.

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$116,125

Average $129,468/year

$136,783

$9,677

Average $10,789/month

$11,399

$2,233

Average $2,490/week

$2,630

$56

Average $62/hour

$66

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$136,783	$11,399	$2,630	$66
Average	$129,468	$10,789	$2,490	$62
25th Percentile	$116,125	$9,677	$2,233	$56

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