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

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

How does experience change a Lead Accountant's salary?

A Lead Accountant's salary grows with experience: starting around $98,685 for beginners, reaching about $99,773 at mid-level, and approach $105,689 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Lead Accountant?

Lead Accountant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Lead Accountant roles are District of Columbia $112,705, California $112,278, Massachusetts $110,781. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Lead Accountant roles make?

Salaries for Lead Accountant level roles vary by specialization: Financial Reporting Accountant IV: $109,564; Cost Accountant, Specialist: $109,500; Cost Accountant IV: $109,487; Tax Accountant - Project Lead Specialist: $107,500; Production Revenue Accountant IV: $104,074.

Lead Accountant Salary in Delaware

How much does a Lead Accountant make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Lead Accountant in Delaware is $103,086 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $50.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $118,461
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $95,856 to $111,134
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $89,273

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Lead Accountant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$111,134	$9,261	$2,137	$53
Average	$103,086	$8,590	$1,982	$50
25th Percentile	$95,856	$7,988	$1,843	$46

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Key Factors That Influence Lead Accountant Salaries

A Lead 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 Lead Accountant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Lead 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): $98,685
Early Career (1-2 years): $99,229
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $99,773
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $101,732
Expert (over 8 years): $105,689

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Lead Accountant	$98,685
Intermediate Level Lead Accountant	$99,229
Senior Level Lead Accountant	$99,773
Specialist Level Lead Accountant	$101,732
Expert Level Lead Accountant	$105,689

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

District of Columbia: $112,705.
California: $112,278.
Massachusetts: $110,781.

District of Columbia $112,705 California $112,278 Massachusetts $110,781 Washington $110,374 New Jersey $110,333 Alaska $110,191 Connecticut $108,786 New York $108,216

Hawaii $106,394 Rhode Island $105,539 Maryland $104,959 Minnesota $104,165 Colorado $103,859 Illinois $103,758 Oregon $103,371 Delaware $103,086

New Hampshire $102,907 Virginia $102,506 Pennsylvania $101,335 Nevada $100,745 North Dakota $100,551 Michigan $100,246 Wisconsin $100,134 Vermont $99,910

Texas $99,289 Maine $99,248 Arizona $99,187 Ohio $99,116 Georgia $98,179 Indiana $97,711 Wyoming $97,619 Utah $97,477

Iowa $97,416 Kansas $96,927 Louisiana $96,785 North Carolina $96,734 Missouri $96,714 Florida $96,317 Montana $96,103 Nebraska $95,899

Kentucky $95,787 South Carolina $95,380 Tennessee $95,126 Idaho $95,024 New Mexico $94,281 Oklahoma $94,118 Alabama $93,517 South Dakota $92,509

Arkansas $91,960 West Virginia $91,665 Mississippi $90,779

Top Paying Cities for Lead 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: $106,689
Little Creek: $105,702
Magnolia: $106,140

Lincoln, DE $106,689 Little Creek, DE $105,702 Magnolia, DE $106,140 Milford, DE $106,689 Marydel, DE $105,305 Millsboro, DE $106,689 Millville, DE $107,402 Milton, DE $106,689

Nassau, DE $106,689 Ocean View, DE $107,402 Rehoboth Beach, DE $107,402 Seaford, DE $105,570 Selbyville, DE $107,402 Smyrna, DE $105,183 Viola, DE $106,140 Woodside, DE $105,834

Bear, DE $104,409 Newark, DE $104,450 Claymont, DE $104,531 Delaware City, DE $104,450 Hockessin, DE $104,531 Kirkwood, DE $104,450 Middletown, DE $104,969 Montchanin, DE $104,531

New Castle, DE $104,531 Odessa, DE $105,111 Port Penn, DE $104,165 Rockland, DE $104,531 Saint Georges, DE $104,450 Townsend, DE $104,959 Winterthur, DE $104,531 Lewes, DE $106,689

Wilmington, DE $104,531 Dover, DE $105,651 Dover Afb, DE $105,895 Bethany Beach, DE $107,402 Bethel, DE $105,570 Bridgeville, DE $106,689 Camden Wyoming, DE $105,763 Cheswold, DE $105,407

Clayton, DE $105,142 Dagsboro, DE $107,402 Delmar, DE $105,570 Ellendale, DE $106,689 Felton, DE $106,689 Fenwick Island, DE $107,402 Frankford, DE $107,402 Frederica, DE $106,689

Georgetown, DE $106,689 Greenwood, DE $106,689 Harbeson, DE $106,689 Harrington, DE $106,689 Hartly, DE $105,091 Houston, DE $106,689 Kenton, DE $105,142 Laurel, DE $105,570

Yorklyn, DE $104,531

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

Understanding how a Lead 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 January 01, 2026

$95,856

Average $103,086/year

$111,134

$7,988

Average $8,590/month

$9,261

$1,843

Average $1,982/week

$2,137

$46

Average $50/hour

$53

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$111,134	$9,261	$2,137	$53
Average	$103,086	$8,590	$1,982	$50
25th Percentile	$95,856	$7,988	$1,843	$46

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