Logisticians vs. Accountants and Auditors: Who Earns More?
Accountants and Auditors out-earn Logisticians by $1K a year at the national median, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Logisticians land at $82,320 and Accountants and Auditors at $83,680. The education gap is real: logistician programs typically require bachelor's degree, while accountants and auditor programs require bachelor's degree. Top-paying state for Logisticians is Washington ($107,250); for Accountants and Auditors it's District of Columbia ($111,530).
Pay by state
States where both occupations have BLS data, sorted by Logisticians median pay.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025. Highlighted value is higher in each row.
Common questions
Who earns more, Logisticians or Accountants and Auditors?
Accountants and Auditors earn more nationally. The median is $82,320 for Logisticians versus $83,680 for Accountants and Auditors, a difference of $1K. Per BLS OEWS May 2025.
Which has better job growth, Logisticians or Accountants and Auditors?
Logisticians has the better 10-year outlook at 16.7% projected growth, compared to 4.6% for the other field. Both are from BLS Employment Projections.
Which requires more education, Logisticians or Accountants and Auditors?
Logisticians typically requires bachelor's degree. Accountants and Auditors requires bachelor's degree. Education requirements vary by employer and state licensing board.
Where do Logisticians get paid the most?
Washington is the top-paying state for Logisticians at $107,250/year, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Major metro areas within that state typically pay even more than the state average.
How does Logisticians vs. Accountants and Auditors pay differ by state?
The gap varies significantly by state. In Washington, Logisticians earn $107,250 vs. $96,550 for Accountants and Auditors. See the state comparison table on this page for the full picture.