As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Accounting Associate in Los Angeles, CA is $53,284, equivalent to $26 per hour, $1,025 weekly, or $4,440 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Accounting Associate in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Accounting Associate in Los Angeles, CA vary widely, spanning from $44,352 to $60,584. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($48,608) and 75th percentile ($57,105), while top earners (90th percentile) make $60,584 per year. This $8,497 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Credit Card, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Los Angeles Accounting Associate often earn 0.2% higher than national averages. However, Los Angeles currently ranks 69 statewide for Accounting Associate job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Accounting Associate Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Accounting Associate Salary $44,352 Los Angeles, CA July 01, 2026
25th Percentile Accounting Associate Salary $48,608 Los Angeles, CA July 01, 2026
50th Percentile Accounting Associate Salary $53,284 Los Angeles, CA July 01, 2026
75th Percentile Accounting Associate Salary $57,105 Los Angeles, CA July 01, 2026
90th Percentile Accounting Associate Salary $60,584 Los Angeles, CA July 01, 2026
25% $48,608 10% $44,352 90% $60,584 75% $57,105 $53,284 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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