What are the main factors that influence a Corporate 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 Corporate Controller?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Corporate Controller roles, with salaries approximately 37% above the market median.

What are the highest paying states for a Corporate Controller?

Corporate Controller salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Corporate Controller roles are District of Columbia $336,203, California $334,927, Massachusetts $330,464. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Corporate Controller roles make?

Salaries for Corporate Controller level roles vary by specialization: Project Controller: $254,201; Financial Controller: $253,900; Controller: $253,874; Junior Controller: $224,008; Vice President Corporate Controller: $170,920.

Corporate Controller Salary in Delaware

How much does a Corporate Controller make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Corporate Controller in Delaware is $307,508 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $148.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $377,578
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $273,647 to $344,185
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $242,818

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Corporate Controller Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$344,185	$28,682	$6,619	$165
Average	$307,508	$25,626	$5,914	$148
25th Percentile	$273,647	$22,804	$5,262	$132

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Key Factors That Influence Corporate Controller Salaries

A Corporate Controller's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

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

District of Columbia: $336,203.
California: $334,927.
Massachusetts: $330,464.

District of Columbia $336,203 California $334,927 Massachusetts $330,464 Washington $329,249 New Jersey $329,128 Alaska $328,703 Connecticut $324,512 New York $322,812

Hawaii $317,376 Rhode Island $314,826 Maryland $313,095 Minnesota $310,726 Colorado $309,815 Illinois $309,512 Oregon $308,358 Delaware $307,508

New Hampshire $306,973 Virginia $305,777 Pennsylvania $302,285 Nevada $300,524 North Dakota $299,947 Michigan $299,036 Wisconsin $298,702 Vermont $298,034

Texas $296,182 Maine $296,060 Arizona $295,878 Ohio $295,665 Georgia $292,872 Indiana $291,475 Wyoming $291,202 Utah $290,777

Iowa $290,594 Kansas $289,137 Louisiana $288,712 North Carolina $288,560 Missouri $288,499 Florida $287,315 Montana $286,677 Nebraska $286,070

Kentucky $285,736 South Carolina $284,521 Tennessee $283,762 Idaho $283,459 New Mexico $281,242 Oklahoma $280,756 Alabama $278,965 South Dakota $275,958

Arkansas $274,319 West Virginia $273,438 Mississippi $270,796

Top Paying Cities for Corporate 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: $306,123
Little Creek: $308,364
Magnolia: $307,921

Lincoln, DE $306,123 Little Creek, DE $308,364 Magnolia, DE $307,921 Milford, DE $306,900 Marydel, DE $307,404 Millsboro, DE $304,839 Millville, DE $305,309 Milton, DE $305,838

Nassau, DE $306,059 Ocean View, DE $305,258 Rehoboth Beach, DE $305,844 Seaford, DE $306,017 Selbyville, DE $304,751 Smyrna, DE $308,577 Viola, DE $307,155 Woodside, DE $307,981

Bear, DE $307,271 Newark, DE $307,155 Claymont, DE $307,784 Delaware City, DE $307,462 Hockessin, DE $307,128 Kirkwood, DE $307,404 Middletown, DE $307,523 Montchanin, DE $307,198

New Castle, DE $307,244 Odessa, DE $307,675 Port Penn, DE $307,881 Rockland, DE $307,228 Saint Georges, DE $307,426 Townsend, DE $307,899 Winterthur, DE $307,265 Lewes, DE $305,956

Wilmington, DE $307,143 Dover, DE $308,364 Dover Afb, DE $306,739 Bethany Beach, DE $304,936 Bethel, DE $305,252 Bridgeville, DE $305,971 Camden Wyoming, DE $307,496 Cheswold, DE $308,264

Clayton, DE $308,273 Dagsboro, DE $304,723 Delmar, DE $304,234 Ellendale, DE $305,157 Felton, DE $306,876 Fenwick Island, DE $304,790 Frankford, DE $304,259 Frederica, DE $307,180

Georgetown, DE $304,608 Greenwood, DE $306,020 Harbeson, DE $304,933 Harrington, DE $306,487 Hartly, DE $307,441 Houston, DE $306,050 Kenton, DE $308,288 Laurel, DE $304,426

Yorklyn, DE $307,219

Corporate Controller Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Corporate Controller salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $343,945. While startup companies pay approximate $290,875.

Corporate Controller Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$290,875
Growth Stage	51~500	$307,645
Established	501~5000	$332,144
Enterprise	5000+	$343,945

Corporate Controller Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Corporate Controller roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 65% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 37% above the average. In contrast, Corporate Controller positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Corporate Controller as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Corporate Controller

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$421,286	$203.0	37%
Financial Services	$390,535	$188.0	27%
Biotechnology	$375,159	$180.0	22%
Pharmaceuticals	$365,934	$176.0	19%
Energy & Utilities	$359,784	$173.0	17%

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

Understanding how a Corporate 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 July 01, 2026

$273,647

Average $307,508/year

$344,185

$22,804

Average $25,626/month

$28,682

$5,262

Average $5,914/week

$6,619

$132

Average $148/hour

$165

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$344,185	$28,682	$6,619	$165
Average	$307,508	$25,626	$5,914	$148
25th Percentile	$273,647	$22,804	$5,262	$132

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