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Benefit Accountant

Average Benefit Accountant Salary

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$51,748
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$40k
MEDIAN
$52k
90%
$71k

The average salary for a Benefit Accountant is $51,748 in 2025

Base Salary
$40k - $71k
Bonus
$489 - $7k
Profit Sharing
$390 - $7k
Commission
$150 - $16k
Total Pay
$37k - $72k
Based on 18,614 salary profiles (last updated Mar 03 2021)
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3.8 out of 5
(3,363)
Highly Satisfied
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Common Health Benefits for a Benefit Accountant

Medical
73%
Dental
59%
Vision
50%
None
26%

Gender Breakdown for Benefit Accountants

Female
65.7%
Male
33.7%
Prefer to self-define
0.6%
This data is based on 9,967 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Benefit Accountants

What is the highest pay for Benefit Accountants?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Benefit Accountant is $71k / year

What is the lowest pay for Benefit Accountants?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Benefit Accountant is $40k / year

How can Benefit Accountants increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Benefit Accountant is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Benefit Accountant that oversees more junior Benefit Accountants, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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