What are the main factors that influence a Lead Accounts Payable's salary?

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

How does experience change A Lead Accounts Payable's salary?

A Lead Accounts Payable's salary grows with experience: an Accounts Payable Clerk I (0-1 years)earns $48,461, an Accounts Payable Clerk II (1-3 years)earns $54,159, an Lead Accounts Payable (3-5 years)earns $60,017, an Accounts Payable Supervisor (5+ years)earns $78,889, an Accounts Payable Senior Supervisor (5+ years)earns $96,524,

What are the highest paying states for a Lead Accounts Payable?

Lead Accounts Payable salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Lead Accounts Payable roles are District of Columbia $59,668, California $59,442, Massachusetts $58,649. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Lead Accounts Payable level roles vary by specialization: Director of Accounts Payable: $190,406; Accounts Payable Manager: $101,151; Accounts Payable/Receivable Specialist IV: $90,800; Accounts Payable/Receivable Analyst IV: $90,771; Accounts Payable Supervisor: $73,033.

Lead Accounts Payable Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Lead Accounts Payable make in District of Columbia?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for a Lead Accounts Payable in District of Columbia is $59,668 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $69,435
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $54,638 to $64,781
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $50,059

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Lead Accounts Payable Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$64,781	$5,398	$1,246	$31
Average	$59,668	$4,972	$1,147	$29
25th Percentile	$54,638	$4,553	$1,051	$26

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Key Factors That Influence Lead Accounts Payable Salaries

A Lead Accounts Payable'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 Lead Accounts Payable Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Lead Accounts Payable'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): $48,461
Early Career (1-2 years): $54,159
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $60,017
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $78,889
Expert (over 8 years): $96,524

Levels	Salary
Accounts ... Level Lead Accounts Payable	$48,461
Accounts ... Level Lead Accounts Payable	$54,159
Lead Acco... Level Lead Accounts Payable	$60,017
Accounts ... Level Lead Accounts Payable	$78,889
Accounts ... Level Lead Accounts Payable	$96,524

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

District of Columbia: $59,668.
California: $59,442.
Massachusetts: $58,649.

District of Columbia $59,668 California $59,442 Massachusetts $58,649 Washington $58,434 New Jersey $58,412 Alaska $58,337 Connecticut $57,593 New York $57,291

Hawaii $56,327 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 $53,072 Wisconsin $53,012 Vermont $52,894

Texas $52,565 Maine $52,544 Arizona $52,511 Ohio $52,473 Georgia $51,978 Indiana $51,730 Wyoming $51,681 Utah $51,606

Iowa $51,573 Kansas $51,315 Louisiana $51,239 North Carolina $51,212 Missouri $51,202 Florida $50,991 Montana $50,878 Nebraska $50,771

Kentucky $50,711 South Carolina $50,496 Tennessee $50,361 Idaho $50,307 New Mexico $49,914 Oklahoma $49,827 Alabama $49,509 South Dakota $48,976

Arkansas $48,685 West Virginia $48,529 Mississippi $48,060

Top Paying Cities for Lead Accounts Payables

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: $59,668
Washington: $59,668
Naval Anacost Annex: $59,668

Parcel Return Service, DC $59,668 Washington, DC $59,668 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $59,668 Washington Navy Yard, DC $59,668

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

Understanding how a Lead Accounts Payable'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 February 01, 2026

$54,638

Average $59,668/year

$64,781

$4,553

Average $4,972/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	$64,781	$5,398	$1,246	$31
Average	$59,668	$4,972	$1,147	$29
25th Percentile	$54,638	$4,553	$1,051	$26

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