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Research Accountant

Average Research Accountant Salary

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$55,866
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$44k
MEDIAN
$56k
90%
$75k

The average salary for a Research Accountant is $55,866 in 2025

Base Salary
$44k - $75k
Bonus
$516 - $7k
Profit Sharing
$397 - $7k
Commission
$502 - $8k
Total Pay
$40k - $76k
Based on 14,240 salary profiles (last updated Aug 02 2023)
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Common Health Benefits for a Research Accountant

Medical
73%
Dental
60%
Vision
52%
None
26%

Gender Breakdown for Research Accountants

Female
67.2%
Male
31.8%
Prefer to self-define
1.1%
This data is based on 5,098 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Research Accountants

What is the highest pay for Research Accountants?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Research Accountant is $75k / year

What is the lowest pay for Research Accountants?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Research Accountant is $44k / year

How can Research Accountants increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Research 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 Research Accountant that oversees more junior Research Accountants, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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