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Accountant salary in Modesto, CA

How much does an Accountant make in Modesto, CA?

Average base salary

$61,168
same
as national average
Average $61,168
Low $48,129
High $77,741
Non-cash benefit
401(k)
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The average salary for a accountant is $61,168 per year in Modesto, CA. 17 salaries reported, updated at March 11, 2023

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Salaries by years of experience in Modesto, CA

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1 to 2 years
3 to 5 years
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Top companies for Accountants in Modesto, CA

  1. County of Santa Cruz
    4.3
    32 reviews6 salaries reported
    $96,333per year
  2. $89,870per year
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Highest paying cities for Accountants near Modesto, CA

  1. San Francisco, CA
    $81,202 per year
    221 salaries reported
  2. Oakland, CA
    $77,697 per year
    44 salaries reported
  3. Santa Rosa, CA
    $75,634 per year
    23 salaries reported
  1. San Jose, CA
    $71,961 per year
    106 salaries reported
  2. Sacramento, CA
    $68,720 per year
    78 salaries reported
  3. Costa Mesa, CA
    $68,608 per year
    30 salaries reported
  1. Irvine, CA
    $67,839 per year
    151 salaries reported
  2. San Diego, CA
    $66,269 per year
    187 salaries reported
  3. Los Angeles, CA
    $66,081 per year
    505 salaries reported
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Where can an Accountant earn more?

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Best-paid skills and qualifications for Accountants

Top certifications
Certified Internal Auditor
+48.58%salary
Top skills
Regulatory Reporting
+30.93%salary
Top licenses
CPA
+29.14%salary

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Most common benefits for Accountants

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • AD&D insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Flexible schedule
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Opportunities for advancement
  • Paid sick time
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Professional development assistance
  • Profit sharing
  • Retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance
  • Work from home
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Salary satisfaction

Based on 2,144 ratings

55% of Accountants in the United States think their salaries are enough for the cost of living in their area.

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How much do similar professions get paid in Modesto, CA?

Financial Accountant

27 job openings

Average $66,151 per year

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Common questions about salaries for an Accountant

What kind of accountants get paid the most?

Accountants that are paid most are:

  • Chief financial officer
  • Controller
  • Accounting director
  • Finance manager
  • Senior accountant
  • Tax accountant
  • Accounts payable specialist
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