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

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

How does experience change An Accounts Payable's salary?

An Accounts Payable's salary grows with experience: an Accounts Payable Clerk I (0-1 years)earns $44,909, an Accounts Payable (1-3 years)earns $50,209, an Accounts Payable Clerk III (3-5 years)earns $55,654, an Accounts Payable Supervisor (5+ years)earns $73,117, an Accounts Payable Senior Supervisor (5+ years)earns $89,447,

What are the highest paying states for an Accounts Payable?

Accounts Payable salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Accounts Payable roles are District of Columbia $58,283, California $58,062, Massachusetts $57,288. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Accounts Payable roles make?

Salaries for Accounts Payable level roles vary by specialization: Director of Accounts Payable: $190,487; Accounts Payable Director: $189,407; Accounts Payable Manager: $101,125; Accounts Payable Supervisor: $73,033; Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable: $66,314.

Accounts Payable Salary in Delaware

How much does an Accounts Payable make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Accounts Payable in Delaware is $53,308 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $26.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $64,392
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $48,173 to $59,110
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $43,498

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Accounts Payable Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$59,110	$4,926	$1,137	$28
Average	$53,308	$4,442	$1,025	$26
25th Percentile	$48,173	$4,014	$926	$23

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Key Factors That Influence Accounts Payable Salaries

An Accounts Payable'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 Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Accounts Payable'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): $44,909
Early Career (1-2 years): $50,209
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $55,654
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $73,117
Expert (over 8 years): $89,447

Levels	Salary
Accounts ... Level Accounts Payable	$44,909
Accounts ... Level Accounts Payable	$50,209
Accounts ... Level Accounts Payable	$55,654
Accounts ... Level Accounts Payable	$73,117
Accounts ... Level Accounts Payable	$89,447

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

District of Columbia: $58,283.
California: $58,062.
Massachusetts: $57,288.

District of Columbia $58,283 California $58,062 Massachusetts $57,288 Washington $57,077 New Jersey $57,056 Alaska $56,982 Connecticut $56,256 New York $55,961

Hawaii $55,019 Rhode Island $54,577 Maryland $54,277 Minnesota $53,866 Colorado $53,708 Illinois $53,656 Oregon $53,456 Delaware $53,308

New Hampshire $53,216 Virginia $53,008 Pennsylvania $52,403 Nevada $52,098 North Dakota $51,997 Michigan $51,840 Wisconsin $51,782 Vermont $51,666

Texas $51,345 Maine $51,324 Arizona $51,292 Ohio $51,255 Georgia $50,771 Indiana $50,529 Wyoming $50,481 Utah $50,408

Iowa $50,376 Kansas $50,124 Louisiana $50,050 North Carolina $50,024 Missouri $50,013 Florida $49,808 Montana $49,697 Nebraska $49,592

Kentucky $49,534 South Carolina $49,323 Tennessee $49,192 Idaho $49,139 New Mexico $48,755 Oklahoma $48,671 Alabama $48,360 South Dakota $47,839

Arkansas $47,555 West Virginia $47,402 Mississippi $46,944

Top Paying Cities for Accounts Payables

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: $53,068
Little Creek: $53,457
Magnolia: $53,380

Lincoln, DE $53,068 Little Creek, DE $53,457 Magnolia, DE $53,380 Milford, DE $53,203 Marydel, DE $53,290 Millsboro, DE $52,846 Millville, DE $52,927 Milton, DE $53,019

Nassau, DE $53,057 Ocean View, DE $52,918 Rehoboth Beach, DE $53,020 Seaford, DE $53,050 Selbyville, DE $52,830 Smyrna, DE $53,494 Viola, DE $53,247 Woodside, DE $53,390

Bear, DE $53,267 Newark, DE $53,247 Claymont, DE $53,356 Delaware City, DE $53,300 Hockessin, DE $53,242 Kirkwood, DE $53,290 Middletown, DE $53,311 Montchanin, DE $53,255

New Castle, DE $53,262 Odessa, DE $53,337 Port Penn, DE $53,373 Rockland, DE $53,260 Saint Georges, DE $53,294 Townsend, DE $53,376 Winterthur, DE $53,266 Lewes, DE $53,039

Wilmington, DE $53,245 Dover, DE $53,457 Dover Afb, DE $53,175 Bethany Beach, DE $52,862 Bethel, DE $52,917 Bridgeville, DE $53,042 Camden Wyoming, DE $53,306 Cheswold, DE $53,439

Clayton, DE $53,441 Dagsboro, DE $52,826 Delmar, DE $52,741 Ellendale, DE $52,901 Felton, DE $53,199 Fenwick Island, DE $52,837 Frankford, DE $52,745 Frederica, DE $53,251

Georgetown, DE $52,806 Greenwood, DE $53,050 Harbeson, DE $52,862 Harrington, DE $53,131 Hartly, DE $53,297 Houston, DE $53,056 Kenton, DE $53,444 Laurel, DE $52,774

Yorklyn, DE $53,258

Accounts Payable Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

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

The top paying industries for an Accounts Payable

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$63,970	$31.0	20%
Pharmaceuticals	$62,904	$30.0	18%
Energy & Utilities	$61,304	$29.0	15%
Financial Services	$61,304	$29.0	15%
Chemicals	$58,639	$28.0	10%

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

Understanding how an Accounts Payable'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

$48,173

Average $53,308/year

$59,110

$4,014

Average $4,442/month

$4,926

$926

Average $1,025/week

$1,137

$23

Average $26/hour

$28

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$59,110	$4,926	$1,137	$28
Average	$53,308	$4,442	$1,025	$26
25th Percentile	$48,173	$4,014	$926	$23

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