Admin Assistant Bookkeeper Salary in the United States

How much does an Admin Assistant Bookkeeper make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Admin Assistant Bookkeeper in the United States is $51,948 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $25.

However, an Admin Assistant Bookkeeper's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $63,210
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $46,938 to $57,843
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $42,376
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Admin Assistant Bookkeeper Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
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Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $57,843 $4,820 $1,112 $28
Average $51,948 $4,329 $999 $25
25th Percentile $46,938 $3,911 $903 $23
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Key Factors That Influence Admin Assistant Bookkeeper Salaries

An Admin Assistant Bookkeeper'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Admin Assistant Bookkeeper Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Admin Assistant Bookkeeper'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): $41,751
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $47,374
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $53,297
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $59,543
  • Expert (over 8 years): $87,181
Levels Salary
Accountin... Level Admin Assistant Bookkeeper$41,751
Admin Ass... Level Admin Assistant Bookkeeper$47,374
Accountin... Level Admin Assistant Bookkeeper$53,297
Accountin... Level Admin Assistant Bookkeeper$59,543
Accountin... Level Admin Assistant Bookkeeper$87,181
$41,751 0 yr
$47,374 < 2 yrs
$53,297 2-4 yrs
$59,543 5-8 yrs
$87,181 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Admin Assistant Bookkeepers

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:

  • San Jose: $65,523
  • San Francisco: $64,805
  • Oakland: $63,439

What Skills Can Increase an Admin Assistant Bookkeeper's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 4.95% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Credit Card (Mentioned in 2.68% Job Postings): A credit card is a type of credit facility, provided by banks that allow customers to borrow funds within a pre-approved credit limit.
  • Microsoft Excel (Mentioned in 1.14% Job Postings): Microsoft Excel is a spreadsheet developed by Microsoft for Windows, macOS, Android and iOS. It features calculation or computation capabilities, graphing tools, pivot tables, and a macro programming language called Visual Basic for Applications.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 4.95%
Credit Card 2.68%
Microsoft Excel 1.14%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on an Admin Assistant Bookkeeper's salary.
  • Presentation: Can increase your salary by up to 13%.
  • Finance and Accounting: Can increase your salary by up to 11%.
  • Analysis: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Presentation
$58,702
13%
Finance and Accounting
$57,663
11%
Analysis
$57,143
10%
Balance Sheet
$57,143
10%
Coordination
$57,143
10%
Leadership
$56,624
9%
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Admin Assistant Bookkeeper Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Admin Assistant Bookkeeper roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 45% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Software & Networking sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Admin Assistant Bookkeeper positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Admin Assistant Bookkeeper as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Admin Assistant Bookkeeper

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services$64,936$31.025%
Software & Networking$64,936$31.025%
Biotechnology$59,741$29.015%
Pharmaceuticals$59,741$29.015%
Chemicals$57,143$27.010%

How Education impacts an Admin Assistant Bookkeeper's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Admin Assistant Bookkeepers enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Admin Assistant Bookkeeper with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $48,085 and $50,955).

Admin Assistant Bookkeeper Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Admin Assistant Bookkeeper
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 3.7%
High School 32.7%
Associates 26.5%
Bachelors 33.2%
Masters 3.2%
Doctorate 0.7%
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Admin Assistant Bookkeeper Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Admin Assistant Bookkeeper'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

Salary Trends for Admin Assistant Bookkeeper

Salaries for an Admin Assistant Bookkeeper can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $46,076 in 2023 to around $44,805 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Admin Assistant Bookkeeper salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Admin Assistant Bookkeeper Over Time

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2023
$46,076
2024
$45,159
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2024 $45,159
2025 $44,805
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    Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

    Pyramid Consulting | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

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FAQ about Admin Assistant Bookkeeper

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Admin Assistant Bookkeeper?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Admin Assistant Bookkeeper roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

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