What are the main factors that influence a Business Unit Controller, Sr.'s salary?

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

How does experience change A Business Unit Controller, Sr.'s salary?

A Business Unit Controller, Sr.'s salary grows with experience: starting around $176,404 for beginners, reaching about $178,772 at mid-level, and approach $182,905 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Business Unit Controller, Sr.?

Business Unit Controller, Sr. salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Business Unit Controller, Sr. roles are District of Columbia $199,336, California $198,580, Massachusetts $195,933. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Business Unit Controller, Sr. roles make?

Salaries for Business Unit Controller, Sr. level roles vary by specialization: Unit Controller: $255,185; Financial Controller: $253,600; Business Unit Financial Controller, Sr.: $180,100; Business Unit Manager: $150,500; Business Unit Controller - IT: $145,400.

Business Unit Controller, Sr. Salary in Delaware

How much does a Business Unit Controller, Sr. make in Delaware?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Business Unit Controller, Sr. in Delaware is $182,322 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $88.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $219,587
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $166,462 to $201,828
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $152,021

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Business Unit Controller, Sr. Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$201,828	$16,819	$3,881	$97
Average	$182,322	$15,194	$3,506	$88
25th Percentile	$166,462	$13,872	$3,201	$80

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Key Factors That Influence Business Unit Controller, Sr. Salaries

A Business Unit Controller, Sr.'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 Business Unit Controller, Sr. Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Business Unit Controller, Sr.'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): $176,404
Early Career (1-2 years): $177,114
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $178,772
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $180,665
Expert (over 8 years): $182,905

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Business Unit Controller, Sr.	$176,404
Intermediate Level Business Unit Controller, Sr.	$177,114
Senior Level Business Unit Controller, Sr.	$178,772
Specialist Level Business Unit Controller, Sr.	$180,665
Expert Level Business Unit Controller, Sr.	$182,905

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How Do Business Unit Controller, Sr. 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 Business Unit Controller, Sr.s. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $199,336.
California: $198,580.
Massachusetts: $195,933.

District of Columbia $199,336 California $198,580 Massachusetts $195,933 Washington $195,213 New Jersey $195,141 Alaska $194,889 Connecticut $192,404 New York $191,396

Hawaii $188,174 Rhode Island $186,661 Maryland $185,635 Minnesota $184,231 Colorado $183,691 Illinois $183,511 Oregon $182,827 Delaware $182,322

New Hampshire $182,006 Virginia $181,296 Pennsylvania $179,226 Nevada $178,182 North Dakota $177,840 Michigan $177,299 Wisconsin $177,101 Vermont $176,705

Texas $175,607 Maine $175,535 Arizona $175,427 Ohio $175,301 Georgia $173,645 Indiana $172,817 Wyoming $172,655 Utah $172,402

Iowa $172,294 Kansas $171,430 Louisiana $171,178 North Carolina $171,088 Missouri $171,052 Florida $170,350 Montana $169,972 Nebraska $169,612

Kentucky $169,414 South Carolina $168,694 Tennessee $168,244 Idaho $168,064 New Mexico $166,749 Oklahoma $166,461 Alabama $165,399 South Dakota $163,617

Arkansas $162,645 West Virginia $162,122 Mississippi $160,556

Top Paying Cities for Business Unit Controller, Sr.s

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: $188,696
Little Creek: $186,949
Magnolia: $187,724

Lincoln, DE $188,696 Little Creek, DE $186,949 Magnolia, DE $187,724 Milford, DE $188,696 Marydel, DE $186,247 Millsboro, DE $188,696 Millville, DE $189,956 Milton, DE $188,696

Nassau, DE $188,696 Ocean View, DE $189,956 Rehoboth Beach, DE $189,956 Seaford, DE $186,715 Selbyville, DE $189,956 Smyrna, DE $186,031 Viola, DE $187,724 Woodside, DE $187,183

Bear, DE $184,663 Newark, DE $184,735 Claymont, DE $184,879 Delaware City, DE $184,735 Hockessin, DE $184,879 Kirkwood, DE $184,735 Middletown, DE $185,653 Montchanin, DE $184,879

New Castle, DE $184,879 Odessa, DE $185,905 Port Penn, DE $184,231 Rockland, DE $184,879 Saint Georges, DE $184,735 Townsend, DE $185,635 Winterthur, DE $184,879 Lewes, DE $188,696

Wilmington, DE $184,879 Dover, DE $186,859 Dover Afb, DE $187,291 Bethany Beach, DE $189,956 Bethel, DE $186,715 Bridgeville, DE $188,696 Camden Wyoming, DE $187,057 Cheswold, DE $186,427

Clayton, DE $185,959 Dagsboro, DE $189,956 Delmar, DE $186,715 Ellendale, DE $188,696 Felton, DE $188,696 Fenwick Island, DE $189,956 Frankford, DE $189,956 Frederica, DE $188,696

Georgetown, DE $188,696 Greenwood, DE $188,696 Harbeson, DE $188,696 Harrington, DE $188,696 Hartly, DE $185,869 Houston, DE $188,696 Kenton, DE $185,959 Laurel, DE $186,715

Yorklyn, DE $184,879

Business Unit Controller, Sr. Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Business Unit Controller, Sr.'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 March 01, 2026

$166,462

Average $182,322/year

$201,828

$13,872

Average $15,194/month

$16,819

$3,201

Average $3,506/week

$3,881

$80

Average $88/hour

$97

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$201,828	$16,819	$3,881	$97
Average	$182,322	$15,194	$3,506	$88
25th Percentile	$166,462	$13,872	$3,201	$80

Business Unit Controller, Sr. Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Business Unit Controller, Sr., the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Financial Control Director role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $179,663 - a projected growth of -1% over your current level.

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