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

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

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

An Accounts Payable Specialist's salary grows with experience: an Accounts Payable Clerk I (0-1 years)earns $45,903, an Accounts Payable Specialist (1-3 years)earns $51,323, an Accounts Payable Clerk III (3-5 years)earns $56,893, an Accounts Payable Supervisor (5+ years)earns $74,737, an Accounts Payable Senior Supervisor (5+ years)earns $91,426,

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

Accounts Payable Specialist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Accounts Payable Specialist roles are District of Columbia $57,089, California $56,872, Massachusetts $56,114. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Accounts Payable Specialist level roles vary by specialization: Accounts Payable Support Specialist: $76,511; Accounts Payable and Payroll Specialist: $72,857; Accounts Payable Specialist III: $68,700; Accounts Payable Specialist II: $61,890; Accounts Payable Funding Specialist: $59,073.

Accounts Payable Specialist Salary in Delaware

How much does an Accounts Payable Specialist make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Accounts Payable Specialist in Delaware is $52,216 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $25.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $60,406
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $48,370 to $56,503
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $44,868

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Accounts Payable Specialist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$56,503	$4,709	$1,087	$27
Average	$52,216	$4,351	$1,004	$25
25th Percentile	$48,370	$4,031	$930	$23

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Key Factors That Influence Accounts Payable Specialist Salaries

An Accounts Payable Specialist'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 Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Accounts Payable Specialist'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): $45,903
Early Career (1-2 years): $51,323
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $56,893
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $74,737
Expert (over 8 years): $91,426

Levels	Salary
Accounts ... Level Accounts Payable Specialist	$45,903
Accounts ... Level Accounts Payable Specialist	$51,323
Accounts ... Level Accounts Payable Specialist	$56,893
Accounts ... Level Accounts Payable Specialist	$74,737
Accounts ... Level Accounts Payable Specialist	$91,426

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

District of Columbia: $57,089.
California: $56,872.
Massachusetts: $56,114.

District of Columbia $57,089 California $56,872 Massachusetts $56,114 Washington $55,908 New Jersey $55,888 Alaska $55,815 Connecticut $55,104 New York $54,815

Hawaii $53,892 Rhode Island $53,459 Maryland $53,165 Minnesota $52,763 Colorado $52,608 Illinois $52,557 Oregon $52,361 Delaware $52,216

New Hampshire $52,126 Virginia $51,922 Pennsylvania $51,329 Nevada $51,030 North Dakota $50,932 Michigan $50,778 Wisconsin $50,721 Vermont $50,608

Texas $50,293 Maine $50,272 Arizona $50,242 Ohio $50,205 Georgia $49,731 Indiana $49,494 Wyoming $49,447 Utah $49,375

Iowa $49,344 Kansas $49,097 Louisiana $49,025 North Carolina $48,999 Missouri $48,989 Florida $48,787 Montana $48,679 Nebraska $48,576

Kentucky $48,519 South Carolina $48,313 Tennessee $48,184 Idaho $48,133 New Mexico $47,756 Oklahoma $47,674 Alabama $47,370 South Dakota $46,859

Arkansas $46,581 West Virginia $46,431 Mississippi $45,983

Top Paying Cities for Accounts Payable Specialists

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: $51,981
Little Creek: $52,362
Magnolia: $52,286

Lincoln, DE $51,981 Little Creek, DE $52,362 Magnolia, DE $52,286 Milford, DE $52,113 Marydel, DE $52,199 Millsboro, DE $51,763 Millville, DE $51,843 Milton, DE $51,933

Nassau, DE $51,970 Ocean View, DE $51,834 Rehoboth Beach, DE $51,934 Seaford, DE $51,963 Selbyville, DE $51,748 Smyrna, DE $52,398 Viola, DE $52,157 Woodside, DE $52,297

Bear, DE $52,176 Newark, DE $52,157 Claymont, DE $52,263 Delaware City, DE $52,209 Hockessin, DE $52,152 Kirkwood, DE $52,199 Middletown, DE $52,219 Montchanin, DE $52,164

New Castle, DE $52,171 Odessa, DE $52,245 Port Penn, DE $52,280 Rockland, DE $52,169 Saint Georges, DE $52,202 Townsend, DE $52,283 Winterthur, DE $52,175 Lewes, DE $51,953

Wilmington, DE $52,154 Dover, DE $52,362 Dover Afb, DE $52,086 Bethany Beach, DE $51,780 Bethel, DE $51,833 Bridgeville, DE $51,955 Camden Wyoming, DE $52,214 Cheswold, DE $52,345

Clayton, DE $52,346 Dagsboro, DE $51,744 Delmar, DE $51,660 Ellendale, DE $51,817 Felton, DE $52,109 Fenwick Island, DE $51,755 Frankford, DE $51,665 Frederica, DE $52,161

Georgetown, DE $51,724 Greenwood, DE $51,964 Harbeson, DE $51,779 Harrington, DE $52,043 Hartly, DE $52,205 Houston, DE $51,969 Kenton, DE $52,349 Laurel, DE $51,693

Yorklyn, DE $52,167

Accounts Payable Specialist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Accounts Payable Specialist 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 Specialist positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Accounts Payable Specialist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Accounts Payable Specialist

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$62,660	$30.0	20%
Pharmaceuticals	$61,615	$30.0	18%
Energy & Utilities	$60,049	$29.0	15%
Financial Services	$60,049	$29.0	15%
Chemicals	$57,438	$28.0	10%

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

Understanding how an Accounts Payable Specialist'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

$48,370

Average $52,216/year

$56,503

$4,031

Average $4,351/month

$4,709

$930

Average $1,004/week

$1,087

$23

Average $25/hour

$27

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$56,503	$4,709	$1,087	$27
Average	$52,216	$4,351	$1,004	$25
25th Percentile	$48,370	$4,031	$930	$23

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