Accountant salary in United States

The average salary for an Accountant is $68,569 per year in the United States. This figure is based on 16.5k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on September 14, 2026.

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Accountant salaries typically range between a low of $45,596 and a high of $103,118 per year, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Accountant include New York, NY at $82,535 per year, San Diego, CA at $80,079 per year, and Denver, CO at $78,536 per year.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Accountant include Everi Payments INC ($500,000 per year) and CrossCountry Consulting ($375,000 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Accountant salary compares to related positions:

• Accounting Intern: Average $20.98 per hour
• Assistant Accountant: Average $23.75 per hour
• Junior Accountant: Average $59,809 per year
• Senior Accountant: Average $88,237 per year