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

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

How does experience change An Accounting Lead's salary?

An Accounting Lead's salary grows with experience: an Accountant I (0-2 years)earns $64,560, an Accounting Lead (2-4 years)earns $75,041, an Accountant III (4-7 years)earns $86,972, an Accountant IV (7+ years)earns $103,662, an Accountant V (7-10 years)earns $146,134,

What are the highest paying states for an Accounting Lead?

Accounting Lead salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Accounting Lead roles are District of Columbia $81,473, California $81,163, Massachusetts $80,082. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Accounting Lead roles make?

Salaries for Accounting Lead level roles vary by specialization: Accounting & Finance Lead: $262,833; VP of Accounting: $233,830; Lead, International Accounting: $121,590; Accounting Team Lead: $117,355; Lead Analyst, Financial Accounting: $116,639.

Accounting Lead Salary in Delaware

How much does an Accounting Lead make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Accounting Lead in Delaware is $74,519 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $36.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $85,002
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $67,003 to $80,006
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $60,161

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Accounting Lead Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$80,006	$6,667	$1,539	$38
Average	$74,519	$6,210	$1,433	$36
25th Percentile	$67,003	$5,584	$1,289	$32

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Key Factors That Influence Accounting Lead Salaries

An Accounting Lead'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 Lead Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Accounting Lead'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): $64,560
Early Career (1-2 years): $75,041
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $86,972
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $103,662
Expert (over 8 years): $146,134

Levels	Salary
Accountan... Level Accounting Lead	$64,560
Accountin... Level Accounting Lead	$75,041
Accountan... Level Accounting Lead	$86,972
Accountan... Level Accounting Lead	$103,662
Accountan... Level Accounting Lead	$146,134

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

District of Columbia: $81,473.
California: $81,163.
Massachusetts: $80,082.

District of Columbia $81,473 California $81,163 Massachusetts $80,082 Washington $79,787 New Jersey $79,758 Alaska $79,655 Connecticut $78,640 New York $78,227

Hawaii $76,910 Rhode Island $76,292 Maryland $75,873 Minnesota $75,299 Colorado $75,078 Illinois $75,004 Oregon $74,725 Delaware $74,519

New Hampshire $74,389 Virginia $74,099 Pennsylvania $73,253 Nevada $72,826 North Dakota $72,687 Michigan $72,466 Wisconsin $72,385 Vermont $72,223

Texas $71,774 Maine $71,745 Arizona $71,701 Ohio $71,649 Georgia $70,972 Indiana $70,634 Wyoming $70,567 Utah $70,464

Iowa $70,420 Kansas $70,067 Louisiana $69,964 North Carolina $69,927 Missouri $69,912 Florida $69,625 Montana $69,471 Nebraska $69,324

Kentucky $69,243 South Carolina $68,948 Tennessee $68,765 Idaho $68,691 New Mexico $68,154 Oklahoma $68,036 Alabama $67,602 South Dakota $66,873

Arkansas $66,476 West Virginia $66,263 Mississippi $65,622

Top Paying Cities for Accounting Leads

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: $74,183
Little Creek: $74,726
Magnolia: $74,619

Lincoln, DE $74,183 Little Creek, DE $74,726 Magnolia, DE $74,619 Milford, DE $74,372 Marydel, DE $74,494 Millsboro, DE $73,872 Millville, DE $73,986 Milton, DE $74,114

Nassau, DE $74,168 Ocean View, DE $73,974 Rehoboth Beach, DE $74,116 Seaford, DE $74,158 Selbyville, DE $73,851 Smyrna, DE $74,778 Viola, DE $74,433 Woodside, DE $74,634

Bear, DE $74,461 Newark, DE $74,433 Claymont, DE $74,586 Delaware City, DE $74,508 Hockessin, DE $74,427 Kirkwood, DE $74,494 Middletown, DE $74,522 Montchanin, DE $74,444

New Castle, DE $74,455 Odessa, DE $74,559 Port Penn, DE $74,609 Rockland, DE $74,451 Saint Georges, DE $74,499 Townsend, DE $74,614 Winterthur, DE $74,460 Lewes, DE $74,143

Wilmington, DE $74,431 Dover, DE $74,726 Dover Afb, DE $74,333 Bethany Beach, DE $73,896 Bethel, DE $73,972 Bridgeville, DE $74,146 Camden Wyoming, DE $74,516 Cheswold, DE $74,702

Clayton, DE $74,704 Dagsboro, DE $73,844 Delmar, DE $73,726 Ellendale, DE $73,949 Felton, DE $74,366 Fenwick Island, DE $73,860 Frankford, DE $73,731 Frederica, DE $74,439

Georgetown, DE $73,816 Greenwood, DE $74,158 Harbeson, DE $73,895 Harrington, DE $74,272 Hartly, DE $74,503 Houston, DE $74,166 Kenton, DE $74,708 Laurel, DE $73,772

Yorklyn, DE $74,449

Accounting Lead Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

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

The top paying industries for an Accounting Lead

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$93,149	$45.0	25%
Energy & Utilities	$89,423	$43.0	20%
Internet	$87,932	$42.0	18%
Aerospace & Defense	$81,971	$39.0	10%
Chemicals	$81,971	$39.0	10%

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

Understanding how an Accounting Lead'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

$67,003

Average $74,519/year

$80,006

$5,584

Average $6,210/month

$6,667

$1,289

Average $1,433/week

$1,539

$32

Average $36/hour

$38

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$80,006	$6,667	$1,539	$38
Average	$74,519	$6,210	$1,433	$36
25th Percentile	$67,003	$5,584	$1,289	$32

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