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

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change An Accounts Payable Administrator's salary?

An Accounts Payable Administrator's salary grows with experience: an Accounts Payable Clerk I (0-1 years)earns $48,432, an Accounts Payable Clerk II (1-3 years)earns $54,139, an Accounts Payable Administrator (3-5 years)earns $60,005, an Accounts Payable Supervisor (5+ years)earns $78,849, an Accounts Payable Senior Supervisor (5+ years)earns $96,465,

What are the highest paying states for an Accounts Payable Administrator?

Accounts Payable Administrator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Accounts Payable Administrator roles are District of Columbia $59,656, California $59,429, Massachusetts $58,637. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Accounts Payable Administrator roles make?

Salaries for Accounts Payable Administrator level roles vary by specialization: Director of Accounts Payable: $190,455; Accounts Payable Director: $189,374; Accounts Payable Manager: $101,135; Accounts Payable And Payroll Administrator: $74,517; Accounts Payable Supervisor: $73,033.

Accounts Payable Administrator Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an Accounts Payable Administrator make in District of Columbia?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for an Accounts Payable Administrator in District of Columbia is $59,656 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $69,430
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $54,630 to $64,772
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $50,054

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Accounts Payable Administrator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$64,772	$5,398	$1,246	$31
Average	$59,656	$4,971	$1,147	$29
25th Percentile	$54,630	$4,552	$1,051	$26

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Key Factors That Influence Accounts Payable Administrator Salaries

An Accounts Payable Administrator'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 Administrator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Accounts Payable Administrator'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): $48,432
Early Career (1-2 years): $54,139
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $60,005
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $78,849
Expert (over 8 years): $96,465

Levels	Salary
Accounts ... Level Accounts Payable Administrator	$48,432
Accounts ... Level Accounts Payable Administrator	$54,139
Accounts ... Level Accounts Payable Administrator	$60,005
Accounts ... Level Accounts Payable Administrator	$78,849
Accounts ... Level Accounts Payable Administrator	$96,465

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

District of Columbia: $59,656.
California: $59,429.
Massachusetts: $58,637.

District of Columbia $59,656 California $59,429 Massachusetts $58,637 Washington $58,422 New Jersey $58,400 Alaska $58,325 Connecticut $57,581 New York $57,280

Hawaii $56,315 Rhode Island $55,863 Maryland $55,555 Minnesota $55,135 Colorado $54,974 Illinois $54,920 Oregon $54,715 Delaware $54,564

New Hampshire $54,469 Virginia $54,257 Pennsylvania $53,637 Nevada $53,325 North Dakota $53,222 Michigan $53,061 Wisconsin $53,002 Vermont $52,883

Texas $52,554 Maine $52,533 Arizona $52,500 Ohio $52,463 Georgia $51,967 Indiana $51,719 Wyoming $51,671 Utah $51,595

Iowa $51,563 Kansas $51,304 Louisiana $51,229 North Carolina $51,202 Missouri $51,191 Florida $50,981 Montana $50,868 Nebraska $50,760

Kentucky $50,701 South Carolina $50,485 Tennessee $50,351 Idaho $50,297 New Mexico $49,903 Oklahoma $49,817 Alabama $49,499 South Dakota $48,966

Arkansas $48,675 West Virginia $48,519 Mississippi $48,050

Top Paying Cities for Accounts Payable Administrators

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:

Parcel Return Service: $59,332
Washington: $59,332
Naval Anacost Annex: $59,330

Parcel Return Service, DC $59,332 Washington, DC $59,332 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $59,330 Washington Navy Yard, DC $59,332

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

Understanding how an Accounts Payable Administrator'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 May 01, 2026

$54,630

Average $59,656/year

$64,772

$4,552

Average $4,971/month

$5,398

$1,051

Average $1,147/week

$1,246

$26

Average $29/hour

$31

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$64,772	$5,398	$1,246	$31
Average	$59,656	$4,971	$1,147	$29
25th Percentile	$54,630	$4,552	$1,051	$26

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