What are the main factors that influence a Collection Representative'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 Collection Representative?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Collection Representative roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

How does experience change A Collection Representative's salary?

A Collection Representative's salary grows with experience: an Accounts Receivable Clerk I (0-1 years)earns $44,709, an Collection Representative (1-3 years)earns $50,487, an Accounts Receivable Clerk III (3-5 years)earns $56,351, an Accounts Receivable Supervisor (5+ years)earns $74,526, an Accounts Receivable Senior Supervisor (5+ years)earns $89,191,

What are the highest paying states for a Collection Representative?

Collection Representative salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Collection Representative roles are District of Columbia $55,592, California $55,381, Massachusetts $54,643. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Collection Representative roles make?

Salaries for Collection Representative level roles vary by specialization: Collection Manager: $110,501; Collection Supervisor: $74,201; Collection/Recovery Representative, Senior - Consumer Loans: $47,940; Consumer Loan Collection Recovery Rep. III: $47,932; Account Representative Collection: $46,064.

Collection Representative Salary in Delaware

How much does a Collection Representative make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Collection Representative in Delaware is $50,847 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $24.

However, a Collection Representative's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $60,199
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $47,234 to $55,742
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $43,944

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Collection Representative Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$55,742	$4,645	$1,072	$27
Average	$50,847	$4,237	$978	$24
25th Percentile	$47,234	$3,936	$908	$23

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Key Factors That Influence Collection Representative Salaries

A Collection Representative'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 Collection Representative Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Collection Representative'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): $44,709
Early Career (1-2 years): $50,487
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $56,351
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $74,526
Expert (over 8 years): $89,191

Levels	Salary
Accounts ... Level Collection Representative	$44,709
Collectio... Level Collection Representative	$50,487
Accounts ... Level Collection Representative	$56,351
Accounts ... Level Collection Representative	$74,526
Accounts ... Level Collection Representative	$89,191

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How Do Collection Representative 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 Collection Representatives. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $55,592.
California: $55,381.
Massachusetts: $54,643.

District of Columbia $55,592 California $55,381 Massachusetts $54,643 Washington $54,442 New Jersey $54,422 Alaska $54,352 Connecticut $53,659 New York $53,378

Hawaii $52,479 Rhode Island $52,057 Maryland $51,771 Minnesota $51,379 Colorado $51,229 Illinois $51,178 Oregon $50,988 Delaware $50,847

New Hampshire $50,759 Virginia $50,561 Pennsylvania $49,983 Nevada $49,692 North Dakota $49,597 Michigan $49,446 Wisconsin $49,391 Vermont $49,281

Texas $48,974 Maine $48,954 Arizona $48,924 Ohio $48,889 Georgia $48,427 Indiana $48,196 Wyoming $48,151 Utah $48,081

Iowa $48,050 Kansas $47,809 Louisiana $47,739 North Carolina $47,714 Missouri $47,704 Florida $47,508 Montana $47,403 Nebraska $47,302

Kentucky $47,247 South Carolina $47,046 Tennessee $46,921 Idaho $46,870 New Mexico $46,504 Oklahoma $46,424 Alabama $46,127 South Dakota $45,630

Arkansas $45,359 West Virginia $45,214 Mississippi $44,777

Top Paying Cities for Collection Representatives

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: $50,618
Little Creek: $50,989
Magnolia: $50,915

Lincoln, DE $50,618 Little Creek, DE $50,989 Magnolia, DE $50,915 Milford, DE $50,747 Marydel, DE $50,830 Millsboro, DE $50,406 Millville, DE $50,484 Milton, DE $50,571

Nassau, DE $50,608 Ocean View, DE $50,475 Rehoboth Beach, DE $50,572 Seaford, DE $50,601 Selbyville, DE $50,391 Smyrna, DE $51,024 Viola, DE $50,789 Woodside, DE $50,925

Bear, DE $50,808 Newark, DE $50,789 Claymont, DE $50,893 Delaware City, DE $50,840 Hockessin, DE $50,784 Kirkwood, DE $50,830 Middletown, DE $50,850 Montchanin, DE $50,796

New Castle, DE $50,803 Odessa, DE $50,875 Port Penn, DE $50,909 Rockland, DE $50,801 Saint Georges, DE $50,834 Townsend, DE $50,912 Winterthur, DE $50,807 Lewes, DE $50,590

Wilmington, DE $50,787 Dover, DE $50,989 Dover Afb, DE $50,720 Bethany Beach, DE $50,422 Bethel, DE $50,474 Bridgeville, DE $50,593 Camden Wyoming, DE $50,845 Cheswold, DE $50,972

Clayton, DE $50,974 Dagsboro, DE $50,387 Delmar, DE $50,306 Ellendale, DE $50,458 Felton, DE $50,743 Fenwick Island, DE $50,398 Frankford, DE $50,310 Frederica, DE $50,793

Georgetown, DE $50,368 Greenwood, DE $50,601 Harbeson, DE $50,421 Harrington, DE $50,678 Hartly, DE $50,836 Houston, DE $50,606 Kenton, DE $50,976 Laurel, DE $50,337

Yorklyn, DE $50,799

Collection Representative Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Collection Representative roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 80% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Collection Representative positions in Retail & Wholesale or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Collection Representative as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Collection Representative

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$71,186	$34.0	40%
Biotechnology	$66,101	$32.0	30%

Collection Representative Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Collection Representative'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

$47,234

Average $50,847/year

$55,742

$3,936

Average $4,237/month

$4,645

$908

Average $978/week

$1,072

$23

Average $24/hour

$27

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$55,742	$4,645	$1,072	$27
Average	$50,847	$4,237	$978	$24
25th Percentile	$47,234	$3,936	$908	$23

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