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

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Financial Controller?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Financial Controller roles, with salaries approximately 22% above the market median.

How does experience change A Financial Controller's salary?

A Financial Controller's salary grows with experience: a Deputy Controller (5+ years)earns $165,228, a Director, Financial Controls (5+ years)earns $179,733, a Financial Controller (5+ years)earns $257,182,

What are the highest paying states for a Financial Controller?

Financial Controller salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Financial Controller roles are District of Columbia $281,200, California $280,200, Massachusetts $276,400. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Financial Controller roles make?

Salaries for Financial Controller level roles vary by specialization: Group Financial Controller: $261,874; Controller: $253,957; Senior Financial Controller: $253,375; Assistant Financial Controller: $163,160; Business Unit Financial Controller: $138,700.

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Financial Controller Salary in Delaware

How much does a Financial Controller make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Financial Controller in Delaware is $257,200 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $124.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $318,907
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $237,700 to $289,500
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $219,946

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Financial Controller Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$289,500	$24,125	$5,567	$139
Average	$257,200	$21,433	$4,946	$124
25th Percentile	$237,700	$19,808	$4,571	$114

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Key Factors That Influence Financial Controller Salaries

A Financial 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 Financial Controller Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Financial 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:

Deputy Controller (5+ years): $165,228
Director, Financial Controls (5+ years): $179,733
Financial Controller (5+ years): $257,182

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Deputy Controller	5+ years	$165,228
Director, Financial Controls	5+ years	$179,733
Financial Controller	5+ years	$257,182

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

District of Columbia: $281,200.
California: $280,200.
Massachusetts: $276,400.

District of Columbia $281,200 California $280,200 Massachusetts $276,400 Washington $275,400 New Jersey $275,300 Alaska $275,000 Connecticut $271,500 New York $270,000

Hawaii $265,500 Rhode Island $263,400 Maryland $261,900 Minnesota $259,900 Colorado $259,200 Illinois $258,900 Oregon $257,900 Delaware $257,200

New Hampshire $256,800 Virginia $255,800 Pennsylvania $252,900 Nevada $251,400 North Dakota $250,900 Michigan $250,100 Wisconsin $249,900 Vermont $249,300

Texas $247,800 Maine $247,700 Arizona $247,500 Ohio $247,300 Georgia $245,000 Indiana $243,800 Wyoming $243,600 Utah $243,200

Iowa $243,100 Kansas $241,900 Louisiana $241,500 North Carolina $241,400 Missouri $241,300 Florida $240,300 Montana $239,800 Nebraska $239,300

Kentucky $239,000 South Carolina $238,000 Tennessee $237,400 Idaho $237,100 New Mexico $235,300 Oklahoma $234,900 Alabama $233,400 South Dakota $230,800

Arkansas $229,500 West Virginia $228,700 Mississippi $226,500

Top Paying Cities for Financial 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: $256,100
Little Creek: $257,900
Magnolia: $257,600

Lincoln, DE $256,100 Little Creek, DE $257,900 Magnolia, DE $257,600 Milford, DE $256,700 Marydel, DE $257,100 Millsboro, DE $255,000 Millville, DE $255,400 Milton, DE $255,800

Nassau, DE $256,000 Ocean View, DE $255,400 Rehoboth Beach, DE $255,800 Seaford, DE $256,000 Selbyville, DE $254,900 Smyrna, DE $258,100 Viola, DE $256,900 Woodside, DE $257,600

Bear, DE $257,000 Newark, DE $256,900 Claymont, DE $257,500 Delaware City, DE $257,200 Hockessin, DE $256,900 Kirkwood, DE $257,100 Middletown, DE $257,200 Montchanin, DE $257,000

New Castle, DE $257,000 Odessa, DE $257,400 Port Penn, DE $257,500 Rockland, DE $257,000 Saint Georges, DE $257,200 Townsend, DE $257,600 Winterthur, DE $257,000 Lewes, DE $255,900

Wilmington, DE $256,900 Dover, DE $257,900 Dover Afb, DE $256,600 Bethany Beach, DE $255,100 Bethel, DE $255,300 Bridgeville, DE $255,900 Camden Wyoming, DE $257,200 Cheswold, DE $257,900

Clayton, DE $257,900 Dagsboro, DE $254,900 Delmar, DE $254,500 Ellendale, DE $255,300 Felton, DE $256,700 Fenwick Island, DE $255,000 Frankford, DE $254,500 Frederica, DE $257,000

Georgetown, DE $254,800 Greenwood, DE $256,000 Harbeson, DE $255,100 Harrington, DE $256,400 Hartly, DE $257,200 Houston, DE $256,000 Kenton, DE $257,900 Laurel, DE $254,700

Yorklyn, DE $257,000

Financial Controller Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Financial Controller salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $287,921. While startup companies pay approximate $243,574.

Financial Controller Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$243,574
Growth Stage	51~500	$257,608
Established	501~5000	$278,038
Enterprise	5000+	$287,921

Financial Controller Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Financial Controller roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 47% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 22% above the average. In contrast, Financial Controller positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Financial Controller as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Financial Controller

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$313,784	$151.0	22%
Energy & Utilities	$308,640	$148.0	20%
Insurance	$303,496	$146.0	18%
Internet	$288,064	$138.0	12%
Aerospace & Defense	$282,920	$136.0	10%

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

Understanding how a Financial 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.

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$237,700

Average $257,200/year

$289,500

$19,808

Average $21,433/month

$24,125

$4,571

Average $4,946/week

$5,567

$114

Average $124/hour

$139

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$289,500	$24,125	$5,567	$139
Average	$257,200	$21,433	$4,946	$124
25th Percentile	$237,700	$19,808	$4,571	$114

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