What are the main factors that influence a Cost Accountant'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 Cost Accountant?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Cost Accountant roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

How does experience change A Cost Accountant's salary?

A Cost Accountant's salary grows with experience: a Cost Accountant I (0-2 years)earns $66,729, a Cost Accountant (2-4 years)earns $78,792, a Cost Accountant III (4-7 years)earns $93,527, a Cost Accountant IV (7+ years)earns $108,272, a Cost Accounting Supervisor (7+ years)earns $105,952,

What are the highest paying states for a Cost Accountant?

Cost Accountant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Cost Accountant roles are District of Columbia $86,726, California $86,397, Massachusetts $85,246. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Cost Accountant roles make?

Salaries for Cost Accountant level roles vary by specialization: Cost Accountant, Specialist: $109,600; Cost Accountant IV: $109,521; Cost Accountant Manager: $102,134; Senior Cost Accountant: $94,700; Cost Accountant III: $94,606.

Cost Accountant Salary in Delaware

How much does a Cost Accountant make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Cost Accountant in Delaware is $79,324 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $38.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $93,141
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $73,370 to $86,556
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $67,950

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Cost Accountant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$86,556	$7,213	$1,665	$42
Average	$79,324	$6,610	$1,525	$38
25th Percentile	$73,370	$6,114	$1,411	$35

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Key Factors That Influence Cost Accountant Salaries

A Cost Accountant'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 Cost Accountant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Cost Accountant'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): $66,729
Early Career (1-2 years): $78,792
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $93,527
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $108,272
Expert (over 8 years): $105,952

Levels	Salary
Cost Acco... Level Cost Accountant	$66,729
Cost Acco... Level Cost Accountant	$78,792
Cost Acco... Level Cost Accountant	$93,527
Cost Acco... Level Cost Accountant	$108,272
Cost Acco... Level Cost Accountant	$105,952

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

District of Columbia: $86,726.
California: $86,397.
Massachusetts: $85,246.

District of Columbia $86,726 California $86,397 Massachusetts $85,246 Washington $84,932 New Jersey $84,901 Alaska $84,791 Connecticut $83,710 New York $83,272

Hawaii $81,870 Rhode Island $81,212 Maryland $80,765 Minnesota $80,154 Colorado $79,919 Illinois $79,841 Oregon $79,543 Delaware $79,324

New Hampshire $79,186 Virginia $78,878 Pennsylvania $77,977 Nevada $77,522 North Dakota $77,374 Michigan $77,139 Wisconsin $77,052 Vermont $76,880

Texas $76,402 Maine $76,371 Arizona $76,324 Ohio $76,269 Georgia $75,549 Indiana $75,188 Wyoming $75,118 Utah $75,008

Iowa $74,961 Kansas $74,585 Louisiana $74,475 North Carolina $74,436 Missouri $74,421 Florida $74,115 Montana $73,951 Nebraska $73,794

Kentucky $73,708 South Carolina $73,394 Tennessee $73,199 Idaho $73,120 New Mexico $72,549 Oklahoma $72,423 Alabama $71,961 South Dakota $71,186

Arkansas $70,763 West Virginia $70,535 Mississippi $69,854

Top Paying Cities for Cost Accountants

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: $78,967
Little Creek: $79,545
Magnolia: $79,431

Lincoln, DE $78,967 Little Creek, DE $79,545 Magnolia, DE $79,431 Milford, DE $79,167 Marydel, DE $79,297 Millsboro, DE $78,635 Millville, DE $78,757 Milton, DE $78,893

Nassau, DE $78,950 Ocean View, DE $78,744 Rehoboth Beach, DE $78,895 Seaford, DE $78,939 Selbyville, DE $78,613 Smyrna, DE $79,600 Viola, DE $79,233 Woodside, DE $79,446

Bear, DE $79,263 Newark, DE $79,233 Claymont, DE $79,395 Delaware City, DE $79,312 Hockessin, DE $79,226 Kirkwood, DE $79,297 Middletown, DE $79,328 Montchanin, DE $79,244

New Castle, DE $79,256 Odessa, DE $79,367 Port Penn, DE $79,420 Rockland, DE $79,252 Saint Georges, DE $79,303 Townsend, DE $79,425 Winterthur, DE $79,261 Lewes, DE $78,924

Wilmington, DE $79,230 Dover, DE $79,545 Dover Afb, DE $79,126 Bethany Beach, DE $78,661 Bethel, DE $78,742 Bridgeville, DE $78,928 Camden Wyoming, DE $79,321 Cheswold, DE $79,519

Clayton, DE $79,521 Dagsboro, DE $78,606 Delmar, DE $78,480 Ellendale, DE $78,718 Felton, DE $79,161 Fenwick Island, DE $78,623 Frankford, DE $78,486 Frederica, DE $79,239

Georgetown, DE $78,576 Greenwood, DE $78,940 Harbeson, DE $78,660 Harrington, DE $79,061 Hartly, DE $79,307 Houston, DE $78,948 Kenton, DE $79,525 Laurel, DE $78,529

Yorklyn, DE $79,250

Cost Accountant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Cost Accountant 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 Insurance sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Cost Accountant positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Cost Accountant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Cost Accountant

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$99,155	$48.0	25%
Insurance	$95,189	$46.0	20%
Pharmaceuticals	$95,189	$46.0	20%
Financial Services	$91,223	$44.0	15%
Aerospace & Defense	$87,256	$42.0	10%

Cost Accountant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Cost Accountant'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

$73,370

Average $79,324/year

$86,556

$6,114

Average $6,610/month

$7,213

$1,411

Average $1,525/week

$1,665

$35

Average $38/hour

$42

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$86,556	$7,213	$1,665	$42
Average	$79,324	$6,610	$1,525	$38
25th Percentile	$73,370	$6,114	$1,411	$35

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