AR Collections Analyst Salary in the United States

How much does an AR Collections Analyst make in the United States?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for an AR Collections Analyst in the United States is $63,590 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $31.

However, an AR Collections Analyst's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $77,421
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $58,138 to $70,830
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $53,174
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AR Collections Analyst Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $70,830 $5,903 $1,362 $34
Average $63,590 $5,299 $1,223 $31
25th Percentile $58,138 $4,845 $1,118 $28
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Key Factors That Influence AR Collections Analyst Salaries

An AR Collections Analyst's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects AR Collections Analyst Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an AR Collections Analyst's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $54,285
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $62,532
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $69,308
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $85,950
  • Expert (over 8 years): $73,358
Levels Salary
Accounts ... Level AR Collections Analyst$54,285
AR Collec... Level AR Collections Analyst$62,532
Accounts ... Level AR Collections Analyst$69,308
Accounts ... Level AR Collections Analyst$85,950
Accounts ... Level AR Collections Analyst$73,358
$54,285 0 yr
$62,532 < 2 yrs
$69,308 2-4 yrs
$85,950 5-8 yrs
$73,358 > 8 yrs
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How Do AR Collections Analyst Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract AR Collections Analysts. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $70,407.
  • California: $70,140.
  • Massachusetts: $69,205.

Top Paying Cities for AR Collections Analysts

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $80,206
  • San Francisco: $79,418
  • Oakland: $77,656

What Skills Can Increase an AR Collections Analyst's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 4.51% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • Credit Card (Mentioned in 2.18% Job Postings): A credit card is a type of credit facility, provided by banks that allow customers to borrow funds within a pre-approved credit limit.
  • Data Entry (Mentioned in 0.81% Job Postings): Transcribing information into an electronic medium such as a computer or other electronic device.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Analysis 4.51%
Credit Card 2.18%
Data Entry 0.81%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on an AR Collections Analyst's salary.
  • Collaboration: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
  • Process Improvement: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
  • Initiative: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Collaboration
$66,134
4%
Process Improvement
$66,134
4%
Initiative
$66,134
4%
Leadership
$65,498
3%
Account Reconciliation
$64,862
2%
Time Management
$64,862
2%
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AR Collections Analyst Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an AR Collections Analyst's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on May 18, 2021

Salary Trends for AR Collections Analyst

Salaries for an AR Collections Analyst can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $65,395 in 2023 to around $64,090 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of AR Collections Analyst salary trends, .

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