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Accountant Salary in Montgomery, Alabama

The median accountant salary in Montgomery, AL is $68,697 per year, which is 14% below the national median and 1.1% below the Alabama state average.

City Median
$68,697
vs State Avg
$-799
vs National
$-11,183
Cost of Living
86%

Accountant Salary in Montgomery by Experience

In Montgomery, an entry-level accountant earns around $44,720, while experienced professionals earn up to $103,200 per year. The local cost of living index is 86% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$44,720
$-7,280 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$68,800
$-11,200 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$103,200
$-16,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Montgomery, AL

Percentile Montgomery
10th Percentile $43,344
25th Percentile $53,922
Median (50th) $68,697
75th Percentile $88,064
90th Percentile $114,208

Accountant Salary in Other Alabama Cities

Huntsville, AL
$73,490
Pop. 216,963
Birmingham, AL
$71,892
Pop. 197,575
Tuscaloosa, AL
$70,294
Pop. 101,129
Mobile, AL
$67,898
Pop. 187,041

How to Become a Accountant in Montgomery

Education

Most accountant positions require a bachelor's degree. Montgomery and the surrounding Alabama area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

GAAPTax PreparationFinancial AnalysisQuickBooksExcelAuditing

Job Outlook

Nationally, accountant employment is projected to grow 4% over the next decade (as fast as average). Demand in Montgomery may vary based on local industry and population growth.