What are the main factors that influence a Lead Teller'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 Lead Teller?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Lead Teller roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

How does experience change A Lead Teller's salary?

A Lead Teller's salary grows with experience: starting around $44,999 for beginners, reaching about $45,954 at mid-level, and approach $48,062 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Lead Teller?

Lead Teller salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Lead Teller roles are District of Columbia $51,490, California $51,300, Massachusetts $50,610. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Lead Teller roles make?

Salaries for Lead Teller level roles vary by specialization: Teller Supervisor: $52,246; Teller IV: $50,014; Wells Fargo Lead Teller: $47,759; Teller Team Lead: $46,590; Head Teller: $46,503.

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Lead Teller Salary in Delaware

How much does a Lead Teller make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Lead Teller in Delaware is $47,100 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $23.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $52,679
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $40,700 to $50,020
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $34,873

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Lead Teller Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$50,020	$4,168	$962	$24
Average	$47,100	$3,925	$906	$23
25th Percentile	$40,700	$3,392	$783	$20

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Key Factors That Influence Lead Teller Salaries

A Lead Teller'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 Lead Teller Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Lead Teller'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): $44,999
Early Career (1-2 years): $45,190
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $45,954
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $47,101
Expert (over 8 years): $48,062

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Lead Teller	$44,999
Intermediate Level Lead Teller	$45,190
Senior Level Lead Teller	$45,954
Specialist Level Lead Teller	$47,101
Expert Level Lead Teller	$48,062

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How Do Lead Teller 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 Lead Tellers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $51,490.
California: $51,300.
Massachusetts: $50,610.

District of Columbia $51,490 California $51,300 Massachusetts $50,610 Washington $50,430 New Jersey $50,410 Alaska $50,340 Connecticut $49,700 New York $49,440

Hawaii $48,610 Rhode Island $48,220 Maryland $47,950 Minnesota $47,590 Colorado $47,450 Illinois $47,410 Oregon $47,230 Delaware $47,100

New Hampshire $47,020 Virginia $46,830 Pennsylvania $46,300 Nevada $46,030 North Dakota $45,940 Michigan $45,800 Wisconsin $45,750 Vermont $45,650

Texas $45,360 Maine $45,350 Arizona $45,320 Ohio $45,280 Georgia $44,860 Indiana $44,640 Wyoming $44,600 Utah $44,540

Iowa $44,510 Kansas $44,290 Louisiana $44,220 North Carolina $44,200 Missouri $44,190 Florida $44,010 Montana $43,910 Nebraska $43,820

Kentucky $43,760 South Carolina $43,580 Tennessee $43,460 Idaho $43,420 New Mexico $43,080 Oklahoma $43,000 Alabama $42,730 South Dakota $42,270

Arkansas $42,020 West Virginia $41,880 Mississippi $41,480

Top Paying Cities for Lead Tellers

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: $46,890
Little Creek: $47,230
Magnolia: $47,160

Lincoln, DE $46,890 Little Creek, DE $47,230 Magnolia, DE $47,160 Milford, DE $47,010 Marydel, DE $47,080 Millsboro, DE $46,690 Millville, DE $46,760 Milton, DE $46,840

Nassau, DE $46,880 Ocean View, DE $46,750 Rehoboth Beach, DE $46,840 Seaford, DE $46,870 Selbyville, DE $46,680 Smyrna, DE $47,260 Viola, DE $47,040 Woodside, DE $47,170

Bear, DE $47,060 Newark, DE $47,040 Claymont, DE $47,140 Delaware City, DE $47,090 Hockessin, DE $47,040 Kirkwood, DE $47,080 Middletown, DE $47,100 Montchanin, DE $47,050

New Castle, DE $47,060 Odessa, DE $47,120 Port Penn, DE $47,160 Rockland, DE $47,060 Saint Georges, DE $47,090 Townsend, DE $47,160 Winterthur, DE $47,060 Lewes, DE $46,860

Wilmington, DE $47,040 Dover, DE $47,230 Dover Afb, DE $46,980 Bethany Beach, DE $46,700 Bethel, DE $46,750 Bridgeville, DE $46,860 Camden Wyoming, DE $47,100 Cheswold, DE $47,210

Clayton, DE $47,220 Dagsboro, DE $46,670 Delmar, DE $46,600 Ellendale, DE $46,740 Felton, DE $47,000 Fenwick Island, DE $46,680 Frankford, DE $46,600 Frederica, DE $47,050

Georgetown, DE $46,650 Greenwood, DE $46,870 Harbeson, DE $46,700 Harrington, DE $46,940 Hartly, DE $47,090 Houston, DE $46,880 Kenton, DE $47,220 Laurel, DE $46,630

Yorklyn, DE $47,050

Lead Teller Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Lead Teller salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $50,780. While startup companies pay approximate $43,010.

Lead Teller Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$43,010
Growth Stage	51~500	$45,481
Established	501~5000	$49,055
Enterprise	5000+	$50,780

Lead Teller Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Lead Teller roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Lead Teller positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Insurance typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Lead Teller as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Lead Teller

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services	$65,940	$32.0	40%

Lead Teller Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Lead Teller'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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$40,700

Average $47,100/year

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Average $3,925/month

$4,168

$783

Average $906/week

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Average $23/hour

$24

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$50,020	$4,168	$962	$24
Average	$47,100	$3,925	$906	$23
25th Percentile	$40,700	$3,392	$783	$20

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