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

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

How does experience change An Accounting Admin's salary?

An Accounting Admin's salary grows with experience: an Administrative Assistant I (0-1 years)earns $44,942, an Accounting Admin (1-3 years)earns $52,842, an Administrative Assistant III (3-5 years)earns $62,893, an Administrative Assistant IV (5-7 years)earns $73,775,

What are the highest paying states for an Accounting Admin?

Accounting Admin salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Accounting Admin roles are District of Columbia $57,333, California $57,116, Massachusetts $56,355. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Accounting Admin roles make?

Salaries for Accounting Admin level roles vary by specialization: Credit Admin: $114,824; Database Admin: $106,213; healthcare admin: $99,235; Payroll Admin: $74,764; Accounting and Admin Support: $64,781.

Accounting Admin Salary in Delaware

How much does an Accounting Admin make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Accounting Admin in Delaware is $52,440 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $25.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $63,022
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $46,645 to $57,979
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $41,369

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Accounting Admin Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$57,979	$4,832	$1,115	$28
Average	$52,440	$4,370	$1,008	$25
25th Percentile	$46,645	$3,887	$897	$22

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Key Factors That Influence Accounting Admin Salaries

An Accounting Admin'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 Do Accounting Admin 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 Admins. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $57,333.
California: $57,116.
Massachusetts: $56,355.

District of Columbia $57,333 California $57,116 Massachusetts $56,355 Washington $56,148 New Jersey $56,127 Alaska $56,054 Connecticut $55,340 New York $55,050

Hawaii $54,123 Rhode Island $53,688 Maryland $53,393 Minnesota $52,989 Colorado $52,833 Illinois $52,782 Oregon $52,585 Delaware $52,440

New Hampshire $52,349 Virginia $52,145 Pennsylvania $51,549 Nevada $51,249 North Dakota $51,151 Michigan $50,995 Wisconsin $50,938 Vermont $50,824

Texas $50,508 Maine $50,488 Arizona $50,457 Ohio $50,420 Georgia $49,944 Indiana $49,706 Wyoming $49,659 Utah $49,587

Iowa $49,556 Kansas $49,307 Louisiana $49,235 North Carolina $49,209 Missouri $49,198 Florida $48,996 Montana $48,888 Nebraska $48,784

Kentucky $48,727 South Carolina $48,520 Tennessee $48,391 Idaho $48,339 New Mexico $47,961 Oklahoma $47,878 Alabama $47,572 South Dakota $47,060

Arkansas $46,780 West Virginia $46,630 Mississippi $46,179

Top Paying Cities for Accounting Admins

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: $52,204
Little Creek: $52,586
Magnolia: $52,510

Lincoln, DE $52,204 Little Creek, DE $52,586 Magnolia, DE $52,510 Milford, DE $52,336 Marydel, DE $52,422 Millsboro, DE $51,985 Millville, DE $52,065 Milton, DE $52,155

Nassau, DE $52,193 Ocean View, DE $52,056 Rehoboth Beach, DE $52,156 Seaford, DE $52,186 Selbyville, DE $51,970 Smyrna, DE $52,622 Viola, DE $52,380 Woodside, DE $52,521

Bear, DE $52,400 Newark, DE $52,380 Claymont, DE $52,487 Delaware City, DE $52,432 Hockessin, DE $52,375 Kirkwood, DE $52,422 Middletown, DE $52,443 Montchanin, DE $52,387

New Castle, DE $52,395 Odessa, DE $52,468 Port Penn, DE $52,504 Rockland, DE $52,392 Saint Georges, DE $52,426 Townsend, DE $52,507 Winterthur, DE $52,399 Lewes, DE $52,175

Wilmington, DE $52,378 Dover, DE $52,586 Dover Afb, DE $52,309 Bethany Beach, DE $52,001 Bethel, DE $52,055 Bridgeville, DE $52,178 Camden Wyoming, DE $52,438 Cheswold, DE $52,569

Clayton, DE $52,570 Dagsboro, DE $51,965 Delmar, DE $51,882 Ellendale, DE $52,039 Felton, DE $52,332 Fenwick Island, DE $51,976 Frankford, DE $51,886 Frederica, DE $52,384

Georgetown, DE $51,945 Greenwood, DE $52,186 Harbeson, DE $52,001 Harrington, DE $52,266 Hartly, DE $52,429 Houston, DE $52,191 Kenton, DE $52,573 Laurel, DE $51,914

Yorklyn, DE $52,391

Accounting Admin Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Accounting Admin 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 Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Accounting Admin positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Accounting Admin as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Accounting Admin

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$65,550	$32.0	25%
Internet	$62,928	$30.0	20%
Software & Networking	$62,928	$30.0	20%
Energy & Utilities	$60,306	$29.0	15%
Aerospace & Defense	$57,684	$28.0	10%

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

Understanding how an Accounting Admin'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

$46,645

Average $52,440/year

$57,979

$3,887

Average $4,370/month

$4,832

$897

Average $1,008/week

$1,115

$22

Average $25/hour

$28

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$57,979	$4,832	$1,115	$28
Average	$52,440	$4,370	$1,008	$25
25th Percentile	$46,645	$3,887	$897	$22

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