What are the main factors that influence a Project Accountant I'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 Project Accountant I?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Project Accountant I roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change A Project Accountant 's salary?

A Project Accountant 's salary grows with experience: a Project Accountant I (0-2 years)earns $72,087, a Project Accountant II (2-4 years)earns $81,508, a Project Accountant III (4-7 years)earns $89,896, a Project Accounting Manager (7+ years)earns $138,978,

What are the highest paying states for a Project Accountant I?

Project Accountant I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Project Accountant I roles are District of Columbia $78,814, California $78,515, Massachusetts $77,468. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Project Accountant roles make?

Salaries for Project Accountant level roles vary by specialization: Project Accountant Manager: $119,638; Project Accountant III: $88,769; Project Accountant: $83,417; Construction Project Accountant: $82,409; Project Accountant II: $80,486.

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Project Accountant I Salary in Delaware

How much does a Project Accountant I make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Project Accountant I in Delaware is $72,087 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $35.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $86,373
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $65,138 to $79,565
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $58,811

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Project Accountant I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$79,565	$6,630	$1,530	$38
Average	$72,087	$6,007	$1,386	$35
25th Percentile	$65,138	$5,428	$1,253	$31

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Key Factors That Influence Project Accountant I Salaries

A Project Accountant I'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 Project Accountant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Project Accountant I'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:

Project Accountant I (0-2 years): $72,087
Project Accountant II (2-4 years): $81,508
Project Accountant III (4-7 years): $89,896
Project Accounting Manager (7+ years): $138,978

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Project Accountant I	0-2 years	$72,087
Project Accountant II	2-4 years	$81,508
Project Accountant III	4-7 years	$89,896
Project Accounting Manager	7+ years	$138,978

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How Do Project Accountant I 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 Project Accountant Is. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $78,814.
California: $78,515.
Massachusetts: $77,468.

District of Columbia $78,814 California $78,515 Massachusetts $77,468 Washington $77,184 New Jersey $77,155 Alaska $77,056 Connecticut $76,073 New York $75,675

Hawaii $74,400 Rhode Island $73,803 Maryland $73,397 Minnesota $72,842 Colorado $72,628 Illinois $72,557 Oregon $72,286 Delaware $72,087

New Hampshire $71,962 Virginia $71,681 Pennsylvania $70,863 Nevada $70,450 North Dakota $70,315 Michigan $70,101 Wisconsin $70,023 Vermont $69,866

Texas $69,432 Maine $69,403 Arizona $69,361 Ohio $69,311 Georgia $68,656 Indiana $68,329 Wyoming $68,264 Utah $68,165

Iowa $68,122 Kansas $67,780 Louisiana $67,681 North Carolina $67,645 Missouri $67,631 Florida $67,353 Montana $67,204 Nebraska $67,062

Kentucky $66,983 South Carolina $66,698 Tennessee $66,521 Idaho $66,449 New Mexico $65,930 Oklahoma $65,816 Alabama $65,396 South Dakota $64,691

Arkansas $64,307 West Virginia $64,100 Mississippi $63,481

Top Paying Cities for Project Accountant Is

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: $71,762
Little Creek: $72,288
Magnolia: $72,184

Lincoln, DE $71,762 Little Creek, DE $72,288 Magnolia, DE $72,184 Milford, DE $71,945 Marydel, DE $72,063 Millsboro, DE $71,461 Millville, DE $71,572 Milton, DE $71,696

Nassau, DE $71,747 Ocean View, DE $71,560 Rehoboth Beach, DE $71,697 Seaford, DE $71,738 Selbyville, DE $71,441 Smyrna, DE $72,338 Viola, DE $72,004 Woodside, DE $72,198

Bear, DE $72,032 Newark, DE $72,004 Claymont, DE $72,152 Delaware City, DE $72,076 Hockessin, DE $71,998 Kirkwood, DE $72,063 Middletown, DE $72,091 Montchanin, DE $72,014

New Castle, DE $72,025 Odessa, DE $72,126 Port Penn, DE $72,175 Rockland, DE $72,022 Saint Georges, DE $72,068 Townsend, DE $72,179 Winterthur, DE $72,030 Lewes, DE $71,723

Wilmington, DE $72,002 Dover, DE $72,288 Dover Afb, DE $71,907 Bethany Beach, DE $71,484 Bethel, DE $71,558 Bridgeville, DE $71,727 Camden Wyoming, DE $72,084 Cheswold, DE $72,264

Clayton, DE $72,266 Dagsboro, DE $71,434 Delmar, DE $71,320 Ellendale, DE $71,536 Felton, DE $71,939 Fenwick Island, DE $71,450 Frankford, DE $71,325 Frederica, DE $72,010

Georgetown, DE $71,407 Greenwood, DE $71,738 Harbeson, DE $71,483 Harrington, DE $71,848 Hartly, DE $72,071 Houston, DE $71,745 Kenton, DE $72,270 Laurel, DE $71,365

Yorklyn, DE $72,019

Project Accountant I Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Project Accountant I salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $80,629. While startup companies pay approximate $68,188.

Project Accountant I Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$68,188
Growth Stage	51~500	$72,119
Established	501~5000	$77,862
Enterprise	5000+	$80,629

Project Accountant I Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Project Accountant I roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 90% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Project Accountant positions in Software & Networking or MFG Nondurable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Project Accountant I as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Project Accountant I

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$93,713	$45.0	30%
Financial Services	$90,109	$43.0	25%
Internet	$86,504	$42.0	20%
Energy & Utilities	$82,900	$40.0	15%
Insurance	$80,737	$39.0	12%

Project Accountant I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Project Accountant I'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 July 01, 2026

$65,138

Average $72,087/year

$79,565

$5,428

Average $6,007/month

$6,630

$1,253

Average $1,386/week

$1,530

$31

Average $35/hour

$38

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$79,565	$6,630	$1,530	$38
Average	$72,087	$6,007	$1,386	$35
25th Percentile	$65,138	$5,428	$1,253	$31

Project Accountant I Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Project Accountant I, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Project Accountant II role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $81,508 - a projected growth of 13% over your current level.

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