What are the main factors that influence a Tax Accountant I's salary?

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

How does experience change A Tax Accountant 's salary?

A Tax Accountant 's salary grows with experience: a Tax Accountant I (0-2 years)earns $67,537, a Tax Accountant II (2-4 years)earns $78,900, a Tax Accountant III (4-7 years)earns $89,366, a Tax Accountant IV (7+ years)earns $108,817, a Tax Accountant V (7-10 years)earns $165,773,

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

Tax Accountant I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Tax Accountant I roles are District of Columbia $73,839, California $73,559, Massachusetts $72,579. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Tax Accountant roles make?

Salaries for Tax Accountant level roles vary by specialization: Tax Accountant - Expert: $163,700; Senior Tax Accountant: $88,301; Tax Accountant - Senior: $88,300; Tax Accountant - Intermediate: $78,000; Income Tax Accountant: $77,126.

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Tax Accountant I Salary in Delaware

How much does a Tax Accountant I make in Delaware?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Tax Accountant I in Delaware is $67,537 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $32.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $80,308
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $62,497 to $74,222
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $57,908

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Tax Accountant I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$74,222	$6,185	$1,427	$36
Average	$67,537	$5,628	$1,299	$32
25th Percentile	$62,497	$5,208	$1,202	$30

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Key Factors That Influence Tax Accountant I Salaries

A Tax 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 Tax Accountant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Tax 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:

Tax Accountant I (0-2 years): $67,537
Tax Accountant II (2-4 years): $78,900
Tax Accountant III (4-7 years): $89,366
Tax Accountant IV (7+ years): $108,817
Tax Accountant V (7-10 years): $165,773

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Tax Accountant I	0-2 years	$67,537
Tax Accountant II	2-4 years	$78,900
Tax Accountant III	4-7 years	$89,366
Tax Accountant IV	7+ years	$108,817
Tax Accountant V	7-10 years	$165,773

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

District of Columbia: $73,839.
California: $73,559.
Massachusetts: $72,579.

District of Columbia $73,839 California $73,559 Massachusetts $72,579 Washington $72,312 New Jersey $72,285 Alaska $72,192 Connecticut $71,272 New York $70,898

Hawaii $69,704 Rhode Island $69,144 Maryland $68,764 Minnesota $68,244 Colorado $68,044 Illinois $67,977 Oregon $67,724 Delaware $67,537

New Hampshire $67,420 Virginia $67,157 Pennsylvania $66,390 Nevada $66,003 North Dakota $65,876 Michigan $65,676 Wisconsin $65,603 Vermont $65,456

Texas $65,049 Maine $65,023 Arizona $64,983 Ohio $64,936 Georgia $64,323 Indiana $64,016 Wyoming $63,956 Utah $63,862

Iowa $63,822 Kansas $63,502 Louisiana $63,409 North Carolina $63,376 Missouri $63,362 Florida $63,102 Montana $62,962 Nebraska $62,829

Kentucky $62,755 South Carolina $62,489 Tennessee $62,322 Idaho $62,255 New Mexico $61,768 Oklahoma $61,662 Alabama $61,268 South Dakota $60,608

Arkansas $60,248 West Virginia $60,054 Mississippi $59,474

Top Paying Cities for Tax 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: $69,898
Little Creek: $69,251
Magnolia: $69,538

Lincoln, DE $69,898 Little Creek, DE $69,251 Magnolia, DE $69,538 Milford, DE $69,898 Marydel, DE $68,991 Millsboro, DE $69,898 Millville, DE $70,365 Milton, DE $69,898

Nassau, DE $69,898 Ocean View, DE $70,365 Rehoboth Beach, DE $70,365 Seaford, DE $69,164 Selbyville, DE $70,365 Smyrna, DE $68,911 Viola, DE $69,538 Woodside, DE $69,338

Bear, DE $68,404 Newark, DE $68,431 Claymont, DE $68,484 Delaware City, DE $68,431 Hockessin, DE $68,484 Kirkwood, DE $68,431 Middletown, DE $68,771 Montchanin, DE $68,484

New Castle, DE $68,484 Odessa, DE $68,864 Port Penn, DE $68,244 Rockland, DE $68,484 Saint Georges, DE $68,431 Townsend, DE $68,764 Winterthur, DE $68,484 Lewes, DE $69,898

Wilmington, DE $68,484 Dover, DE $69,218 Dover Afb, DE $69,378 Bethany Beach, DE $70,365 Bethel, DE $69,164 Bridgeville, DE $69,898 Camden Wyoming, DE $69,291 Cheswold, DE $69,057

Clayton, DE $68,884 Dagsboro, DE $70,365 Delmar, DE $69,164 Ellendale, DE $69,898 Felton, DE $69,898 Fenwick Island, DE $70,365 Frankford, DE $70,365 Frederica, DE $69,898

Georgetown, DE $69,898 Greenwood, DE $69,898 Harbeson, DE $69,898 Harrington, DE $69,898 Hartly, DE $68,851 Houston, DE $69,898 Kenton, DE $68,884 Laurel, DE $69,164

Yorklyn, DE $68,484

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

Understanding how a Tax 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.

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$62,497

Average $67,537/year

$74,222

$5,208

Average $5,628/month

$6,185

$1,202

Average $1,299/week

$1,427

$30

Average $32/hour

$36

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$74,222	$6,185	$1,427	$36
Average	$67,537	$5,628	$1,299	$32
25th Percentile	$62,497	$5,208	$1,202	$30

Tax Accountant I Salary Growth & Career Path

Tax Accountant I

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Tax Research Manager

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Tax Accountant I, 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.

Tax Accountant I Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Tax Compliance Analyst II	$73,695	9%
International Tax Specialist	$92,969	38%
Tax Research Manager	$132,512	96%
Tax Accountant II	$78,900	17%

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