What are the main factors that influence a Key Account Executive'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 Key Account Executive?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Key Account Executive roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change A Key Account Executive's salary?

A Key Account Executive's salary grows with experience: an Account Manager I (0-2 years)earns $67,275, an Key Account Executive (2-4 years)earns $80,894, an Account Manager III (4-7 years)earns $102,223, an Account Manager IV (7+ years)earns $128,982, an Account Manager V (7-10 years)earns $160,204,

What are the highest paying states for a Key Account Executive?

Key Account Executive salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Key Account Executive roles are District of Columbia $86,859, California $86,530, Massachusetts $85,377. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Key Account Executive roles make?

Salaries for Key Account Executive level roles vary by specialization: Key Account Director: $168,000; Key Account Relationship Manager: $156,990; Account Executive, Key Accounts: $156,980; Key Account Sales Executive: $101,982; Key Account Manager: $99,753.

Key Account Executive Salary in Delaware

How much does a Key Account Executive make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Key Account Executive in Delaware is $79,446 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $38.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $92,827
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $72,495 to $86,450
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $66,167

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Key Account Executive Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$86,450	$7,204	$1,663	$42
Average	$79,446	$6,620	$1,528	$38
25th Percentile	$72,495	$6,041	$1,394	$35

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Key Factors That Influence Key Account Executive Salaries

A Key Account Executive'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 Key Account Executive Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Key Account Executive'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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $67,275
Early Career (1-2 years): $80,894
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $102,223
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $128,982
Expert (over 8 years): $160,204

Levels	Salary
Account M... Level Key Account Executive	$67,275
Key Accou... Level Key Account Executive	$80,894
Account M... Level Key Account Executive	$102,223
Account M... Level Key Account Executive	$128,982
Account M... Level Key Account Executive	$160,204

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How Do Key Account Executive 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 Key Account Executives. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $86,859.
California: $86,530.
Massachusetts: $85,377.

District of Columbia $86,859 California $86,530 Massachusetts $85,377 Washington $85,063 New Jersey $85,031 Alaska $84,922 Connecticut $83,839 New York $83,400

Hawaii $81,995 Rhode Island $81,336 Maryland $80,889 Minnesota $80,277 Colorado $80,042 Illinois $79,964 Oregon $79,665 Delaware $79,446

New Hampshire $79,308 Virginia $78,999 Pennsylvania $78,096 Nevada $77,641 North Dakota $77,492 Michigan $77,257 Wisconsin $77,171 Vermont $76,998

Texas $76,520 Maine $76,488 Arizona $76,441 Ohio $76,386 Georgia $75,665 Indiana $75,304 Wyoming $75,233 Utah $75,123

Iowa $75,076 Kansas $74,700 Louisiana $74,590 North Carolina $74,551 Missouri $74,535 Florida $74,229 Montana $74,064 Nebraska $73,907

Kentucky $73,821 South Carolina $73,507 Tennessee $73,311 Idaho $73,233 New Mexico $72,660 Oklahoma $72,534 Alabama $72,072 South Dakota $71,295

Arkansas $70,871 West Virginia $70,644 Mississippi $69,961

Top Paying Cities for Key Account Executives

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: $79,088
Little Creek: $79,667
Magnolia: $79,552

Lincoln, DE $79,088 Little Creek, DE $79,667 Magnolia, DE $79,552 Milford, DE $79,289 Marydel, DE $79,419 Millsboro, DE $78,756 Millville, DE $78,878 Milton, DE $79,014

Nassau, DE $79,072 Ocean View, DE $78,864 Rehoboth Beach, DE $79,016 Seaford, DE $79,061 Selbyville, DE $78,733 Smyrna, DE $79,722 Viola, DE $79,355 Woodside, DE $79,568

Bear, DE $79,385 Newark, DE $79,355 Claymont, DE $79,517 Delaware City, DE $79,434 Hockessin, DE $79,348 Kirkwood, DE $79,419 Middletown, DE $79,450 Montchanin, DE $79,366

New Castle, DE $79,378 Odessa, DE $79,489 Port Penn, DE $79,542 Rockland, DE $79,374 Saint Georges, DE $79,425 Townsend, DE $79,547 Winterthur, DE $79,383 Lewes, DE $79,045

Wilmington, DE $79,352 Dover, DE $79,667 Dover Afb, DE $79,247 Bethany Beach, DE $78,781 Bethel, DE $78,863 Bridgeville, DE $79,049 Camden Wyoming, DE $79,443 Cheswold, DE $79,641

Clayton, DE $79,644 Dagsboro, DE $78,726 Delmar, DE $78,600 Ellendale, DE $78,839 Felton, DE $79,283 Fenwick Island, DE $78,744 Frankford, DE $78,606 Frederica, DE $79,361

Georgetown, DE $78,697 Greenwood, DE $79,061 Harbeson, DE $78,781 Harrington, DE $79,182 Hartly, DE $79,429 Houston, DE $79,069 Kenton, DE $79,647 Laurel, DE $78,650

Yorklyn, DE $79,371

Key Account Executive Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Key Account Executive roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Key Account Executive positions in Transportation or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Key Account Executive as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Key Account Executive

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$103,280	$50.0	30%
Energy & Utilities	$95,335	$46.0	20%
Financial Services	$91,363	$44.0	15%
Pharmaceuticals	$91,363	$44.0	15%
Business Services	$87,390	$42.0	10%

Key Account Executive Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Key Account Executive'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 August 01, 2026

$72,495

Average $79,446/year

$86,450

$6,041

Average $6,620/month

$7,204

$1,394

Average $1,528/week

$1,663

$35

Average $38/hour

$42

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$86,450	$7,204	$1,663	$42
Average	$79,446	$6,620	$1,528	$38
25th Percentile	$72,495	$6,041	$1,394	$35

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Key Account Executive Salary in Delaware

How much does a Key Account Executive make in Delaware?

Key Factors That Influence Key Account Executive Salaries

How Experience Level Affects Key Account Executive Salaries?

How Do Key Account Executive Salaries Vary from State to State?

Top Paying Cities for Key Account Executives

Key Account Executive Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

The top paying industries for a Key Account Executive

Key Account Executive Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Salaries of jobs related to Key Account Executive

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