What are the main factors that influence an Accounting/Payroll Administrator'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 Accounting/Payroll Administrator?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Accounting/Payroll Administrator roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change An Accounting/Payroll Administrator's salary?

An Accounting/Payroll Administrator's salary grows with experience: a Payroll Administrator I (0-2 years)earns $63,347, a Payroll Administrator II (2-4 years)earns $74,161, a Accounting/Payroll Administrator (4-7 years)earns $85,801, a Payroll Administrator IV (7+ years)earns $104,166, a Payroll Team Lead (7+ years)earns $90,161,

What are the highest paying states for an Accounting/Payroll Administrator?

Accounting/Payroll Administrator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Accounting/Payroll Administrator roles are District of Columbia $95,539, California $95,176, Massachusetts $93,908. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Accounting/Payroll Administrator roles make?

Salaries for Accounting/Payroll Administrator level roles vary by specialization: Administrator: $53,156.

Accounting/Payroll Administrator Salary in Delaware

How much does an Accounting/Payroll Administrator make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Accounting/Payroll Administrator in Delaware is $87,385 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $42.

However, an Accounting/Payroll Administrator's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $101,908
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $80,525 to $94,987
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $74,281

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Accounting/Payroll Administrator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$94,987	$7,916	$1,827	$46
Average	$87,385	$7,282	$1,680	$42
25th Percentile	$80,525	$6,710	$1,549	$39

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Key Factors That Influence Accounting/Payroll Administrator Salaries

An Accounting/Payroll Administrator'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 Accounting/Payroll Administrator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Accounting/Payroll Administrator'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): $63,347
Early Career (1-2 years): $74,161
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $85,801
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $104,166
Expert (over 8 years): $90,161

Levels	Salary
Payroll A... Level Accounting/Payroll Administrator	$63,347
Payroll A... Level Accounting/Payroll Administrator	$74,161
Accountin... Level Accounting/Payroll Administrator	$85,801
Payroll A... Level Accounting/Payroll Administrator	$104,166
Payroll T... Level Accounting/Payroll Administrator	$90,161

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How Do Accounting/Payroll Administrator 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 Accounting/Payroll Administrators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $95,539.
California: $95,176.
Massachusetts: $93,908.

District of Columbia $95,539 California $95,176 Massachusetts $93,908 Washington $93,563 New Jersey $93,528 Alaska $93,408 Connecticut $92,217 New York $91,734

Hawaii $90,189 Rhode Island $89,464 Maryland $88,972 Minnesota $88,299 Colorado $88,040 Illinois $87,954 Oregon $87,626 Delaware $87,385

New Hampshire $87,233 Virginia $86,893 Pennsylvania $85,900 Nevada $85,400 North Dakota $85,236 Michigan $84,977 Wisconsin $84,882 Vermont $84,692

Texas $84,166 Maine $84,131 Arizona $84,080 Ohio $84,019 Georgia $83,225 Indiana $82,829 Wyoming $82,751 Utah $82,630

Iowa $82,578 Kansas $82,164 Louisiana $82,043 North Carolina $82,000 Missouri $81,983 Florida $81,646 Montana $81,465 Nebraska $81,293

Kentucky $81,198 South Carolina $80,853 Tennessee $80,637 Idaho $80,551 New Mexico $79,921 Oklahoma $79,783 Alabama $79,273 South Dakota $78,419

Arkansas $77,953 West Virginia $77,703 Mississippi $76,952

Top Paying Cities for Accounting/Payroll Administrators

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: $86,991
Little Creek: $87,628
Magnolia: $87,502

Lincoln, DE $86,991 Little Creek, DE $87,628 Magnolia, DE $87,502 Milford, DE $87,212 Marydel, DE $87,355 Millsboro, DE $86,626 Millville, DE $86,760 Milton, DE $86,910

Nassau, DE $86,973 Ocean View, DE $86,745 Rehoboth Beach, DE $86,912 Seaford, DE $86,961 Selbyville, DE $86,601 Smyrna, DE $87,688 Viola, DE $87,284 Woodside, DE $87,519

Bear, DE $87,317 Newark, DE $87,284 Claymont, DE $87,463 Delaware City, DE $87,372 Hockessin, DE $87,277 Kirkwood, DE $87,355 Middletown, DE $87,389 Montchanin, DE $87,297

New Castle, DE $87,309 Odessa, DE $87,432 Port Penn, DE $87,491 Rockland, DE $87,305 Saint Georges, DE $87,361 Townsend, DE $87,496 Winterthur, DE $87,316 Lewes, DE $86,944

Wilmington, DE $87,281 Dover, DE $87,628 Dover Afb, DE $87,166 Bethany Beach, DE $86,654 Bethel, DE $86,743 Bridgeville, DE $86,948 Camden Wyoming, DE $87,381 Cheswold, DE $87,599

Clayton, DE $87,602 Dagsboro, DE $86,593 Delmar, DE $86,454 Ellendale, DE $86,717 Felton, DE $87,205 Fenwick Island, DE $86,612 Frankford, DE $86,461 Frederica, DE $87,291

Georgetown, DE $86,561 Greenwood, DE $86,962 Harbeson, DE $86,653 Harrington, DE $87,095 Hartly, DE $87,366 Houston, DE $86,970 Kenton, DE $87,606 Laurel, DE $86,509

Yorklyn, DE $87,303

Accounting/Payroll Administrator Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Accounting/Payroll Administrator roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 10% above the average. In contrast, Accounting/Payroll Administrator positions in Retail & Wholesale or MFG Nondurable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Accounting/Payroll Administrator as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Accounting/Payroll Administrator

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$96,123	$46.0	10%
Energy & Utilities	$96,123	$46.0	10%
Financial Services	$96,123	$46.0	10%
Internet	$96,123	$46.0	10%
Pharmaceuticals	$96,123	$46.0	10%

Accounting/Payroll Administrator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Accounting/Payroll Administrator'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

$80,525

Average $87,385/year

$94,987

$6,710

Average $7,282/month

$7,916

$1,549

Average $1,680/week

$1,827

$39

Average $42/hour

$46

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$94,987	$7,916	$1,827	$46
Average	$87,385	$7,282	$1,680	$42
25th Percentile	$80,525	$6,710	$1,549	$39

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