What are the main factors that influence a Controller's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Controller's salary?

A Controller's salary grows with experience: a Financial Control Senior Manager (0-0 years)earns $165,148, a Financial Control Director (0-0 years)earns $179,676, a Controller (0-0 years)earns $256,848,

What are the highest paying states for a Controller?

Controller salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Controller roles are District of Columbia $280,816, California $279,751, Massachusetts $276,022. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Controller roles make?

Salaries for Controller level roles vary by specialization: Portfolio Controller: $263,720; Corporate Controller: $256,907; Project Controller: $253,954; Financial Controller: $253,700; Controller II: $248,609.

Controller Salary in Delaware

How much does a Controller make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Controller in Delaware is $256,848 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $123.

However, a Controller's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $321,305
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $238,267 to $290,587
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $221,350

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Controller Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$290,587	$24,216	$5,588	$140
Average	$256,848	$21,404	$4,939	$123
25th Percentile	$238,267	$19,856	$4,582	$115

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Key Factors That Influence Controller Salaries

A Controller'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 Controller Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Controller'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:

Financial Control Senior Manager (0-0 years): $165,148
Financial Control Director (0-0 years): $179,676
Controller (0-0 years): $256,848

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Financial Control Senior Manager	0-0 years	$165,148
Financial Control Director	0-0 years	$179,676
Controller	0-0 years	$256,848

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How Do Controller 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 Controllers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $280,816.
California: $279,751.
Massachusetts: $276,022.

District of Columbia $280,816 California $279,751 Massachusetts $276,022 Washington $275,008 New Jersey $274,906 Alaska $274,551 Connecticut $271,051 New York $269,631

Hawaii $265,091 Rhode Island $262,960 Maryland $261,515 Minnesota $259,537 Colorado $258,776 Illinois $258,522 Oregon $257,558 Delaware $256,848

New Hampshire $256,402 Virginia $255,402 Pennsylvania $252,486 Nevada $251,015 North Dakota $250,533 Michigan $249,772 Wisconsin $249,493 Vermont $248,935

Texas $247,388 Maine $247,286 Arizona $247,134 Ohio $246,957 Georgia $244,623 Indiana $243,457 Wyoming $243,228 Utah $242,873

Iowa $242,721 Kansas $241,504 Louisiana $241,149 North Carolina $241,022 Missouri $240,971 Florida $239,982 Montana $239,449 Nebraska $238,942

Kentucky $238,663 South Carolina $237,648 Tennessee $237,014 Idaho $236,761 New Mexico $234,909 Oklahoma $234,504 Alabama $233,007 South Dakota $230,496

Arkansas $229,127 West Virginia $228,391 Mississippi $226,185

Top Paying Cities for Controllers

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:

Lincoln: $265,826
Little Creek: $263,366
Magnolia: $264,457

Lincoln, DE $265,826 Little Creek, DE $263,366 Magnolia, DE $264,457 Milford, DE $265,826 Marydel, DE $262,377 Millsboro, DE $265,826 Millville, DE $267,602 Milton, DE $265,826

Nassau, DE $265,826 Ocean View, DE $267,602 Rehoboth Beach, DE $267,602 Seaford, DE $263,037 Selbyville, DE $267,602 Smyrna, DE $262,073 Viola, DE $264,457 Woodside, DE $263,696

Bear, DE $260,145 Newark, DE $260,247 Claymont, DE $260,450 Delaware City, DE $260,247 Hockessin, DE $260,450 Kirkwood, DE $260,247 Middletown, DE $261,540 Montchanin, DE $260,450

New Castle, DE $260,450 Odessa, DE $261,895 Port Penn, DE $259,537 Rockland, DE $260,450 Saint Georges, DE $260,247 Townsend, DE $261,515 Winterthur, DE $260,450 Lewes, DE $265,826

Wilmington, DE $260,450 Dover, DE $263,239 Dover Afb, DE $263,848 Bethany Beach, DE $267,602 Bethel, DE $263,037 Bridgeville, DE $265,826 Camden Wyoming, DE $263,518 Cheswold, DE $262,631

Clayton, DE $261,971 Dagsboro, DE $267,602 Delmar, DE $263,037 Ellendale, DE $265,826 Felton, DE $265,826 Fenwick Island, DE $267,602 Frankford, DE $267,602 Frederica, DE $265,826

Georgetown, DE $265,826 Greenwood, DE $265,826 Harbeson, DE $265,826 Harrington, DE $265,826 Hartly, DE $261,845 Houston, DE $265,826 Kenton, DE $261,971 Laurel, DE $263,037

Yorklyn, DE $260,450

Controller Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Controller'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 April 01, 2026

$238,267

Average $256,848/year

$290,587

$19,856

Average $21,404/month

$24,216

$4,582

Average $4,939/week

$5,588

$115

Average $123/hour

$140

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$290,587	$24,216	$5,588	$140
Average	$256,848	$21,404	$4,939	$123
25th Percentile	$238,267	$19,856	$4,582	$115

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