Business & Finance Bear, DE Pop. 21,000

Accountant Salary in Bear, Delaware

The median accountant salary in Bear, DE is $83,075 per year, which is 4.0% above the national median and 1.9% below the Delaware state average.

City Median
$83,075
vs State Avg
$-1,598
vs National
+$3,195
Cost of Living
99%

Accountant Salary in Bear by Experience

In Bear, an entry-level accountant earns around $54,080, while experienced professionals earn up to $124,800 per year. The local cost of living index is 99% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$54,080
+$2,080 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$83,200
+$3,200 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$124,800
+$4,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Bear, DE

Percentile Bear
10th Percentile $52,416
25th Percentile $65,208
Median (50th) $83,075
75th Percentile $106,496
90th Percentile $138,112

Accountant Salary in Other Delaware Cities

Wilmington, DE
$87,868
Pop. 70,898
Newark, DE
$85,472
Pop. 33,398
Middletown, DE
$82,276
Pop. 22,350
Dover, DE
$80,679
Pop. 39,403

How to Become a Accountant in Bear

Education

Most accountant positions require a bachelor's degree. Bear and the surrounding Delaware 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 Bear may vary based on local industry and population growth.