What are the main factors that influence an Accounting Position'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 Position?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Accounting Position roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

How does experience change An Accounting Position's salary?

An Accounting Position's salary grows with experience: an Accountant I (0-2 years)earns $62,561, an Accounting Position (2-4 years)earns $72,718, an Accountant III (4-7 years)earns $84,279, an Accountant IV (7+ years)earns $100,453, an Accountant V (7-10 years)earns $141,610,

What are the highest paying states for an Accounting Position?

Accounting Position salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Accounting Position roles are District of Columbia $85,530, California $85,206, Massachusetts $84,070. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Accounting Position roles make?

Salaries for Accounting Position level roles vary by specialization: Management Position: $75,498; Administrative position: $63,196; Marketing Position: $45,426; Assembly Position: $42,484; Clerical Position: $41,382.

Accounting Position Salary in Delaware

How much does an Accounting Position make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Accounting Position in Delaware is $78,230 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $38.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $93,822
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $70,980 to $86,392
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $64,379

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Accounting Position Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$86,392	$7,199	$1,661	$42
Average	$78,230	$6,519	$1,504	$38
25th Percentile	$70,980	$5,915	$1,365	$34

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Key Factors That Influence Accounting Position Salaries

An Accounting Position'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 Position Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Accounting Position'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): $62,561
Early Career (1-2 years): $72,718
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $84,279
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $100,453
Expert (over 8 years): $141,610

Levels	Salary
Accountan... Level Accounting Position	$62,561
Accountin... Level Accounting Position	$72,718
Accountan... Level Accounting Position	$84,279
Accountan... Level Accounting Position	$100,453
Accountan... Level Accounting Position	$141,610

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How Do Accounting Position 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 Positions. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $85,530.
California: $85,206.
Massachusetts: $84,070.

District of Columbia $85,530 California $85,206 Massachusetts $84,070 Washington $83,761 New Jersey $83,730 Alaska $83,622 Connecticut $82,556 New York $82,123

Hawaii $80,741 Rhode Island $80,092 Maryland $79,651 Minnesota $79,049 Colorado $78,817 Illinois $78,740 Oregon $78,446 Delaware $78,230

New Hampshire $78,094 Virginia $77,790 Pennsylvania $76,901 Nevada $76,453 North Dakota $76,307 Michigan $76,075 Wisconsin $75,990 Vermont $75,820

Texas $75,349 Maine $75,318 Arizona $75,271 Ohio $75,217 Georgia $74,507 Indiana $74,151 Wyoming $74,082 Utah $73,974

Iowa $73,927 Kansas $73,556 Louisiana $73,448 North Carolina $73,410 Missouri $73,394 Florida $73,093 Montana $72,931 Nebraska $72,776

Kentucky $72,691 South Carolina $72,382 Tennessee $72,189 Idaho $72,112 New Mexico $71,548 Oklahoma $71,424 Alabama $70,969 South Dakota $70,204

Arkansas $69,787 West Virginia $69,563 Mississippi $68,891

Top Paying Cities for Accounting Positions

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: $77,878
Little Creek: $78,448
Magnolia: $78,335

Lincoln, DE $77,878 Little Creek, DE $78,448 Magnolia, DE $78,335 Milford, DE $78,076 Marydel, DE $78,204 Millsboro, DE $77,551 Millville, DE $77,671 Milton, DE $77,805

Nassau, DE $77,862 Ocean View, DE $77,658 Rehoboth Beach, DE $77,807 Seaford, DE $77,851 Selbyville, DE $77,529 Smyrna, DE $78,502 Viola, DE $78,140 Woodside, DE $78,351

Bear, DE $78,170 Newark, DE $78,140 Claymont, DE $78,300 Delaware City, DE $78,218 Hockessin, DE $78,134 Kirkwood, DE $78,204 Middletown, DE $78,234 Montchanin, DE $78,151

New Castle, DE $78,163 Odessa, DE $78,273 Port Penn, DE $78,325 Rockland, DE $78,159 Saint Georges, DE $78,209 Townsend, DE $78,330 Winterthur, DE $78,168 Lewes, DE $77,835

Wilmington, DE $78,137 Dover, DE $78,448 Dover Afb, DE $78,035 Bethany Beach, DE $77,576 Bethel, DE $77,656 Bridgeville, DE $77,839 Camden Wyoming, DE $78,227 Cheswold, DE $78,422

Clayton, DE $78,425 Dagsboro, DE $77,522 Delmar, DE $77,397 Ellendale, DE $77,632 Felton, DE $78,069 Fenwick Island, DE $77,539 Frankford, DE $77,403 Frederica, DE $78,147

Georgetown, DE $77,492 Greenwood, DE $77,852 Harbeson, DE $77,575 Harrington, DE $77,971 Hartly, DE $78,213 Houston, DE $77,859 Kenton, DE $78,429 Laurel, DE $77,446

Yorklyn, DE $78,157

Accounting Position Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Accounting Position roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 65% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Accounting Position positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Accounting Position as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Accounting Position

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$97,788	$47.0	25%
Energy & Utilities	$93,876	$45.0	20%
Internet	$92,311	$44.0	18%
Aerospace & Defense	$86,053	$41.0	10%
Chemicals	$86,053	$41.0	10%

Accounting Position Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Accounting Position'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.

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$70,980

Average $78,230/year

$86,392

$5,915

Average $6,519/month

$7,199

$1,365

Average $1,504/week

$1,661

$34

Average $38/hour

$42

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$86,392	$7,199	$1,661	$42
Average	$78,230	$6,519	$1,504	$38
25th Percentile	$70,980	$5,915	$1,365	$34

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