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

What industry pays the highest salary for Accounts Payable Administrator?

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

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 $44,296, an Accounts Payable Clerk II (1-3 years)earns $49,523, an Accounts Payable Administrator (3-5 years)earns $54,894, an Accounts Payable Supervisor (5+ years)earns $72,119, an Accounts Payable Senior Supervisor (5+ years)earns $88,226,

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 $59,668, California $59,441, Massachusetts $58,649. 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: $190,487; Accounts Payable Director: $189,407; Accounts Payable Manager: $101,125; Accounts Payable And Payroll Administrator: $74,529; Accounts Payable Supervisor: $73,033.

Accounts Payable Administrator Salary in Delaware

How much does an Accounts Payable Administrator make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Accounts Payable Administrator in Delaware is $54,575 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $26.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $63,504
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $49,978 to $59,249
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $45,793

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Accounts Payable Administrator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$59,249	$4,937	$1,139	$28
Average	$54,575	$4,548	$1,050	$26
25th Percentile	$49,978	$4,165	$961	$24

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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): $44,296
Early Career (1-2 years): $49,523
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $54,894
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $72,119
Expert (over 8 years): $88,226

Levels	Salary
Accounts ... Level Accounts Payable Administrator	$44,296
Accounts ... Level Accounts Payable Administrator	$49,523
Accounts ... Level Accounts Payable Administrator	$54,894
Accounts ... Level Accounts Payable Administrator	$72,119
Accounts ... Level Accounts Payable Administrator	$88,226

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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: $59,668.
California: $59,441.
Massachusetts: $58,649.

District of Columbia $59,668 California $59,441 Massachusetts $58,649 Washington $58,434 New Jersey $58,412 Alaska $58,337 Connecticut $57,593 New York $57,291

Hawaii $56,326 Rhode Island $55,874 Maryland $55,567 Minnesota $55,146 Colorado $54,985 Illinois $54,931 Oregon $54,726 Delaware $54,575

New Hampshire $54,480 Virginia $54,268 Pennsylvania $53,648 Nevada $53,336 North Dakota $53,233 Michigan $53,071 Wisconsin $53,012 Vermont $52,894

Texas $52,565 Maine $52,543 Arizona $52,511 Ohio $52,473 Georgia $51,977 Indiana $51,730 Wyoming $51,681 Utah $51,606

Iowa $51,573 Kansas $51,315 Louisiana $51,239 North Carolina $51,212 Missouri $51,201 Florida $50,991 Montana $50,878 Nebraska $50,770

Kentucky $50,711 South Carolina $50,495 Tennessee $50,361 Idaho $50,307 New Mexico $49,913 Oklahoma $49,827 Alabama $49,509 South Dakota $48,976

Arkansas $48,685 West Virginia $48,528 Mississippi $48,060

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:

Lincoln: $54,329
Little Creek: $54,727
Magnolia: $54,648

Lincoln, DE $54,329 Little Creek, DE $54,727 Magnolia, DE $54,648 Milford, DE $54,467 Marydel, DE $54,557 Millsboro, DE $54,101 Millville, DE $54,185 Milton, DE $54,279

Nassau, DE $54,318 Ocean View, DE $54,176 Rehoboth Beach, DE $54,280 Seaford, DE $54,310 Selbyville, DE $54,086 Smyrna, DE $54,765 Viola, DE $54,512 Woodside, DE $54,659

Bear, DE $54,533 Newark, DE $54,512 Claymont, DE $54,624 Delaware City, DE $54,567 Hockessin, DE $54,508 Kirkwood, DE $54,557 Middletown, DE $54,578 Montchanin, DE $54,520

New Castle, DE $54,528 Odessa, DE $54,605 Port Penn, DE $54,641 Rockland, DE $54,525 Saint Georges, DE $54,560 Townsend, DE $54,645 Winterthur, DE $54,532 Lewes, DE $54,300

Wilmington, DE $54,510 Dover, DE $54,727 Dover Afb, DE $54,439 Bethany Beach, DE $54,119 Bethel, DE $54,175 Bridgeville, DE $54,302 Camden Wyoming, DE $54,573 Cheswold, DE $54,709

Clayton, DE $54,711 Dagsboro, DE $54,081 Delmar, DE $53,994 Ellendale, DE $54,158 Felton, DE $54,463 Fenwick Island, DE $54,093 Frankford, DE $53,998 Frederica, DE $54,517

Georgetown, DE $54,060 Greenwood, DE $54,311 Harbeson, DE $54,118 Harrington, DE $54,394 Hartly, DE $54,563 Houston, DE $54,316 Kenton, DE $54,714 Laurel, DE $54,028

Yorklyn, DE $54,524

Accounts Payable Administrator Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Accounts Payable Administrator 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 Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Accounts Payable Administrator positions in Transportation or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Accounts Payable Administrator as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Accounts Payable Administrator

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$65,490	$31.0	20%
Biotechnology	$65,490	$31.0	20%
Energy & Utilities	$65,490	$31.0	20%
Financial Services	$65,490	$31.0	20%
Pharmaceuticals	$65,490	$31.0	20%

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 July 01, 2026

$49,978

Average $54,575/year

$59,249

$4,165

Average $4,548/month

$4,937

$961

Average $1,050/week

$1,139

$24

Average $26/hour

$28

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$59,249	$4,937	$1,139	$28
Average	$54,575	$4,548	$1,050	$26
25th Percentile	$49,978	$4,165	$961	$24

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