What are the main factors that influence a Project Accountant III's salary?

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

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 $72,081, a Project Accountant II (2-4 years)earns $81,500, a Project Accountant III (4-7 years)earns $89,882, a Project Accounting Manager (7+ years)earns $138,913,

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

Project Accountant III salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Project Accountant III roles are District of Columbia $98,270, California $97,897, Massachusetts $96,592. 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: Cost Accountant III: $94,581; Financial Reporting Accountant III: $94,103; Project Management Accountant III: $88,760; Production Revenue Accountant III: $87,785; Revenue Accountant III: $87,785.

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Project Accountant III Salary in Delaware

How much does a Project Accountant III make in Delaware?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Project Accountant III in Delaware is $89,882 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $43.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $102,549
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $81,678 to $96,512
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $74,209

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Project Accountant III Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$96,512	$8,043	$1,856	$46
Average	$89,882	$7,490	$1,729	$43
25th Percentile	$81,678	$6,807	$1,571	$39

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Key Factors That Influence Project Accountant III Salaries

A Project Accountant III'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 III'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): $72,081
Project Accountant II (2-4 years): $81,500
Project Accountant III (4-7 years): $89,882
Project Accounting Manager (7+ years): $138,913

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Project Accountant I	0-2 years	$72,081
Project Accountant II	2-4 years	$81,500
Project Accountant III	4-7 years	$89,882
Project Accounting Manager	7+ years	$138,913

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

District of Columbia: $98,270.
California: $97,897.
Massachusetts: $96,592.

District of Columbia $98,270 California $97,897 Massachusetts $96,592 Washington $96,237 New Jersey $96,202 Alaska $96,077 Connecticut $94,852 New York $94,355

Hawaii $92,767 Rhode Island $92,021 Maryland $91,515 Minnesota $90,823 Colorado $90,557 Illinois $90,468 Oregon $90,131 Delaware $89,882

New Hampshire $89,726 Virginia $89,376 Pennsylvania $88,356 Nevada $87,841 North Dakota $87,672 Michigan $87,406 Wisconsin $87,308 Vermont $87,113

Texas $86,572 Maine $86,536 Arizona $86,483 Ohio $86,421 Georgia $85,604 Indiana $85,196 Wyoming $85,116 Utah $84,992

Iowa $84,939 Kansas $84,513 Louisiana $84,388 North Carolina $84,344 Missouri $84,326 Florida $83,980 Montana $83,794 Nebraska $83,616

Kentucky $83,518 South Carolina $83,163 Tennessee $82,942 Idaho $82,853 New Mexico $82,205 Oklahoma $82,063 Alabama $81,539 South Dakota $80,661

Arkansas $80,181 West Virginia $79,924 Mississippi $79,152

Top Paying Cities for Project Accountant IIIs

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: $93,024
Little Creek: $92,163
Magnolia: $92,545

Lincoln, DE $93,024 Little Creek, DE $92,163 Magnolia, DE $92,545 Milford, DE $93,024 Marydel, DE $91,817 Millsboro, DE $93,024 Millville, DE $93,645 Milton, DE $93,024

Nassau, DE $93,024 Ocean View, DE $93,645 Rehoboth Beach, DE $93,645 Seaford, DE $92,048 Selbyville, DE $93,645 Smyrna, DE $91,711 Viola, DE $92,545 Woodside, DE $92,279

Bear, DE $91,036 Newark, DE $91,072 Claymont, DE $91,143 Delaware City, DE $91,072 Hockessin, DE $91,143 Kirkwood, DE $91,072 Middletown, DE $91,524 Montchanin, DE $91,143

New Castle, DE $91,143 Odessa, DE $91,648 Port Penn, DE $90,823 Rockland, DE $91,143 Saint Georges, DE $91,072 Townsend, DE $91,515 Winterthur, DE $91,143 Lewes, DE $93,024

Wilmington, DE $91,143 Dover, DE $92,119 Dover Afb, DE $92,332 Bethany Beach, DE $93,645 Bethel, DE $92,048 Bridgeville, DE $93,024 Camden Wyoming, DE $92,216 Cheswold, DE $91,906

Clayton, DE $91,675 Dagsboro, DE $93,645 Delmar, DE $92,048 Ellendale, DE $93,024 Felton, DE $93,024 Fenwick Island, DE $93,645 Frankford, DE $93,645 Frederica, DE $93,024

Georgetown, DE $93,024 Greenwood, DE $93,024 Harbeson, DE $93,024 Harrington, DE $93,024 Hartly, DE $91,631 Houston, DE $93,024 Kenton, DE $91,675 Laurel, DE $92,048

Yorklyn, DE $91,143

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

Understanding how a Project Accountant III'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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$81,678

Average $89,882/year

$96,512

$6,807

Average $7,490/month

$8,043

$1,571

Average $1,729/week

$1,856

$39

Average $43/hour

$46

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$96,512	$8,043	$1,856	$46
Average	$89,882	$7,490	$1,729	$43
25th Percentile	$81,678	$6,807	$1,571	$39

Project Accountant III Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Project Accountant III, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Project Accounting Manager role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $138,913 - a projected growth of 55% over your current level.

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