What are the main factors that influence an Accounts Payable Clerk'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 Accounts Payable Clerk?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Accounts Payable Clerk roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change An Accounts Payable Clerk's salary?

An Accounts Payable Clerk's salary grows with experience: an Accounts Payable Clerk I (0-1 years)earns $46,671, an Accounts Payable Clerk (1-3 years)earns $52,180, an Accounts Payable Clerk III (3-5 years)earns $57,839, an Accounts Payable Supervisor (5+ years)earns $75,987, an Accounts Payable Senior Supervisor (5+ years)earns $92,958,

What are the highest paying states for an Accounts Payable Clerk?

Accounts Payable Clerk salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Accounts Payable Clerk roles are District of Columbia $58,040, California $57,820, Massachusetts $57,049. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Accounts Payable Clerk roles make?

Salaries for Accounts Payable Clerk level roles vary by specialization: Accounts Payable and Billing Clerk: $53,975; Accounts Payable & Purchasing Clerk: $52,380; Junior Accounts Payable Clerk: $51,523; Senior Accounts Payable Clerk: $51,167; Accounts Payable Processing Clerk: $50,604.

Accounts Payable Clerk Salary in Delaware

How much does an Accounts Payable Clerk make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Accounts Payable Clerk in Delaware is $53,086 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $26.

However, an Accounts Payable Clerk's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $61,402
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $49,174 to $57,439
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $45,612

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Accounts Payable Clerk Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$57,439	$4,787	$1,105	$28
Average	$53,086	$4,424	$1,021	$26
25th Percentile	$49,174	$4,098	$946	$24

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Key Factors That Influence Accounts Payable Clerk Salaries

An Accounts Payable Clerk'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 Accounts Payable Clerk Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Accounts Payable Clerk'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): $46,671
Early Career (1-2 years): $52,180
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $57,839
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $75,987
Expert (over 8 years): $92,958

Levels	Salary
Accounts ... Level Accounts Payable Clerk	$46,671
Accounts ... Level Accounts Payable Clerk	$52,180
Accounts ... Level Accounts Payable Clerk	$57,839
Accounts ... Level Accounts Payable Clerk	$75,987
Accounts ... Level Accounts Payable Clerk	$92,958

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How Do Accounts Payable Clerk 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 Accounts Payable Clerks. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $58,040.
California: $57,820.
Massachusetts: $57,049.

District of Columbia $58,040 California $57,820 Massachusetts $57,049 Washington $56,840 New Jersey $56,819 Alaska $56,745 Connecticut $56,022 New York $55,728

Hawaii $54,790 Rhode Island $54,350 Maryland $54,051 Minnesota $53,642 Colorado $53,485 Illinois $53,432 Oregon $53,233 Delaware $53,086

New Hampshire $52,994 Virginia $52,788 Pennsylvania $52,185 Nevada $51,881 North Dakota $51,781 Michigan $51,624 Wisconsin $51,566 Vermont $51,451

Texas $51,131 Maine $51,110 Arizona $51,079 Ohio $51,042 Georgia $50,560 Indiana $50,319 Wyoming $50,271 Utah $50,198

Iowa $50,167 Kansas $49,915 Louisiana $49,842 North Carolina $49,815 Missouri $49,805 Florida $49,600 Montana $49,490 Nebraska $49,385

Kentucky $49,328 South Carolina $49,118 Tennessee $48,987 Idaho $48,935 New Mexico $48,552 Oklahoma $48,468 Alabama $48,159 South Dakota $47,640

Arkansas $47,357 West Virginia $47,205 Mississippi $46,749

Top Paying Cities for Accounts Payable Clerks

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: $52,847
Little Creek: $53,234
Magnolia: $53,158

Lincoln, DE $52,847 Little Creek, DE $53,234 Magnolia, DE $53,158 Milford, DE $52,982 Marydel, DE $53,069 Millsboro, DE $52,626 Millville, DE $52,707 Milton, DE $52,798

Nassau, DE $52,836 Ocean View, DE $52,698 Rehoboth Beach, DE $52,799 Seaford, DE $52,829 Selbyville, DE $52,610 Smyrna, DE $53,271 Viola, DE $53,026 Woodside, DE $53,168

Bear, DE $53,045 Newark, DE $53,026 Claymont, DE $53,134 Delaware City, DE $53,078 Hockessin, DE $53,021 Kirkwood, DE $53,069 Middletown, DE $53,089 Montchanin, DE $53,033

New Castle, DE $53,041 Odessa, DE $53,115 Port Penn, DE $53,151 Rockland, DE $53,038 Saint Georges, DE $53,072 Townsend, DE $53,154 Winterthur, DE $53,044 Lewes, DE $52,818

Wilmington, DE $53,023 Dover, DE $53,234 Dover Afb, DE $52,954 Bethany Beach, DE $52,642 Bethel, DE $52,697 Bridgeville, DE $52,821 Camden Wyoming, DE $53,084 Cheswold, DE $53,217

Clayton, DE $53,218 Dagsboro, DE $52,606 Delmar, DE $52,521 Ellendale, DE $52,681 Felton, DE $52,977 Fenwick Island, DE $52,617 Frankford, DE $52,525 Frederica, DE $53,030

Georgetown, DE $52,586 Greenwood, DE $52,829 Harbeson, DE $52,642 Harrington, DE $52,910 Hartly, DE $53,075 Houston, DE $52,835 Kenton, DE $53,221 Laurel, DE $52,554

Yorklyn, DE $53,037

Accounts Payable Clerk Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Accounts Payable Clerk roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Accounts Payable Clerk positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Accounts Payable Clerk as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Accounts Payable Clerk

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$63,704	$31.0	20%
Pharmaceuticals	$62,642	$30.0	18%
Energy & Utilities	$61,049	$29.0	15%
Financial Services	$61,049	$29.0	15%
Chemicals	$58,395	$28.0	10%

Accounts Payable Clerk Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Accounts Payable Clerk'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

$49,174

Average $53,086/year

$57,439

$4,098

Average $4,424/month

$4,787

$946

Average $1,021/week

$1,105

$24

Average $26/hour

$28

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$57,439	$4,787	$1,105	$28
Average	$53,086	$4,424	$1,021	$26
25th Percentile	$49,174	$4,098	$946	$24

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