What are the main factors that influence a Corporate Counsel II's salary?

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

How does experience change A Corporate Counsel 's salary?

A Corporate Counsel 's salary grows with experience: a Corporate Counsel II (2-4 years)earns $147,348, a Corporate Counsel III (4-7 years)earns $166,897, a Corporate Counsel IV (7+ years)earns $180,045, a Corporate Counsel V (7-10 years)earns $225,726,

What are the highest paying states for a Corporate Counsel II?

Corporate Counsel II salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Corporate Counsel II roles are District of Columbia $161,100, California $160,500, Massachusetts $158,400. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Corporate Counsel roles make?

Salaries for Corporate Counsel level roles vary by specialization: Corporate Legal Counsel: $299,317; Corporate General Counsel: $287,476; Associate Corporate Counsel: $285,713; Assistant Corporate Counsel: $248,133; Corporate Counsel V: $222,900.

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Corporate Counsel II Salary in Delaware

How much does a Corporate Counsel II make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Corporate Counsel II in Delaware is $147,400 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $71.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $198,218
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $137,400 to $174,000
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $128,296

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Corporate Counsel II Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$174,000	$14,500	$3,346	$84
Average	$147,400	$12,283	$2,835	$71
25th Percentile	$137,400	$11,450	$2,642	$66

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Key Factors That Influence Corporate Counsel II Salaries

A Corporate Counsel II'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 Corporate Counsel Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Corporate Counsel II'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:

Corporate Counsel II (2-4 years): $147,348
Corporate Counsel III (4-7 years): $166,897
Corporate Counsel IV (7+ years): $180,045
Corporate Counsel V (7-10 years): $225,726

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Corporate Counsel II	2-4 years	$147,348
Corporate Counsel III	4-7 years	$166,897
Corporate Counsel IV	7+ years	$180,045
Corporate Counsel V	7-10 years	$225,726

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How Do Corporate Counsel II 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 Corporate Counsel IIs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $161,100.
California: $160,500.
Massachusetts: $158,400.

District of Columbia $161,100 California $160,500 Massachusetts $158,400 Washington $157,800 New Jersey $157,800 Alaska $157,600 Connecticut $155,500 New York $154,700

Hawaii $152,100 Rhode Island $150,900 Maryland $150,100 Minnesota $148,900 Colorado $148,500 Illinois $148,400 Oregon $147,800 Delaware $147,400

New Hampshire $147,100 Virginia $146,600 Pennsylvania $144,900 Nevada $144,100 North Dakota $143,800 Michigan $143,300 Wisconsin $143,200 Vermont $142,900

Texas $142,000 Maine $141,900 Arizona $141,800 Ohio $141,700 Georgia $140,400 Indiana $139,700 Wyoming $139,600 Utah $139,400

Iowa $139,300 Kansas $138,600 Louisiana $138,400 North Carolina $138,300 Missouri $138,300 Florida $137,700 Montana $137,400 Nebraska $137,100

Kentucky $137,000 South Carolina $136,400 Tennessee $136,000 Idaho $135,900 New Mexico $134,800 Oklahoma $134,600 Alabama $133,700 South Dakota $132,300

Arkansas $131,500 West Virginia $131,100 Mississippi $129,800

Top Paying Cities for Corporate Counsel IIs

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: $152,500
Little Creek: $151,100
Magnolia: $151,800

Lincoln, DE $152,500 Little Creek, DE $151,100 Magnolia, DE $151,800 Milford, DE $152,500 Marydel, DE $150,600 Millsboro, DE $152,500 Millville, DE $153,600 Milton, DE $152,500

Nassau, DE $152,500 Ocean View, DE $153,600 Rehoboth Beach, DE $153,600 Seaford, DE $150,900 Selbyville, DE $153,600 Smyrna, DE $150,400 Viola, DE $151,800 Woodside, DE $151,300

Bear, DE $149,300 Newark, DE $149,300 Claymont, DE $149,500 Delaware City, DE $149,300 Hockessin, DE $149,500 Kirkwood, DE $149,300 Middletown, DE $150,100 Montchanin, DE $149,500

New Castle, DE $149,500 Odessa, DE $150,300 Port Penn, DE $148,900 Rockland, DE $149,500 Saint Georges, DE $149,300 Townsend, DE $150,100 Winterthur, DE $149,500 Lewes, DE $152,500

Wilmington, DE $149,500 Dover, DE $151,100 Dover Afb, DE $151,400 Bethany Beach, DE $153,600 Bethel, DE $150,900 Bridgeville, DE $152,500 Camden Wyoming, DE $151,200 Cheswold, DE $150,700

Clayton, DE $150,300 Dagsboro, DE $153,600 Delmar, DE $150,900 Ellendale, DE $152,500 Felton, DE $152,500 Fenwick Island, DE $153,600 Frankford, DE $153,600 Frederica, DE $152,500

Georgetown, DE $152,500 Greenwood, DE $152,500 Harbeson, DE $152,500 Harrington, DE $152,500 Hartly, DE $150,300 Houston, DE $152,500 Kenton, DE $150,300 Laurel, DE $150,900

Yorklyn, DE $149,500

Corporate Counsel II Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Corporate Counsel II'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.

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$137,400

Average $147,400/year

$174,000

$11,450

Average $12,283/month

$14,500

$2,642

Average $2,835/week

$3,346

$66

Average $71/hour

$84

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$174,000	$14,500	$3,346	$84
Average	$147,400	$12,283	$2,835	$71
25th Percentile	$137,400	$11,450	$2,642	$66

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For a Corporate Counsel II, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Corporate Counsel III role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $166,900 - a projected growth of 13% over your current level.

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