What are the main factors that influence a Lead Trader's salary?

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

How does experience change A Lead Trader's salary?

A Lead Trader's salary grows with experience: starting around $166,387 for beginners, reaching about $176,548 at mid-level, and approach $187,404 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Lead Trader?

Lead Trader salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Lead Trader roles are District of Columbia $200,428, California $199,667, Massachusetts $197,006. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Lead Trader roles make?

Salaries for Lead Trader level roles vary by specialization: Lead Floor Trader: $181,090; Senior Energy Trader: $141,900; Senior Trader: $123,215; Mortgage Trader: $113,165; Energy Trader: $99,900.

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Lead Trader Salary in Delaware

How much does a Lead Trader make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Lead Trader in Delaware is $183,321 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $88.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $200,741
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $145,503 to $192,439
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $111,071

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Lead Trader Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$192,439	$16,037	$3,701	$93
Average	$183,321	$15,277	$3,525	$88
25th Percentile	$145,503	$12,125	$2,798	$70

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Key Factors That Influence Lead Trader Salaries

A Lead Trader'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 Trader Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Lead Trader'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): $166,387
Early Career (1-2 years): $169,210
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $176,548
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $184,274
Expert (over 8 years): $187,404

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Lead Trader	$166,387
Intermediate Level Lead Trader	$169,210
Senior Level Lead Trader	$176,548
Specialist Level Lead Trader	$184,274
Expert Level Lead Trader	$187,404

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

District of Columbia: $200,428.
California: $199,667.
Massachusetts: $197,006.

District of Columbia $200,428 California $199,667 Massachusetts $197,006 Washington $196,282 New Jersey $196,210 Alaska $195,956 Connecticut $193,458 New York $192,444

Hawaii $189,204 Rhode Island $187,684 Maryland $186,652 Minnesota $185,240 Colorado $184,697 Illinois $184,516 Oregon $183,828 Delaware $183,321

New Hampshire $183,002 Virginia $182,289 Pennsylvania $180,207 Nevada $179,157 North Dakota $178,814 Michigan $178,270 Wisconsin $178,071 Vermont $177,673

Texas $176,569 Maine $176,496 Arizona $176,388 Ohio $176,261 Georgia $174,596 Indiana $173,763 Wyoming $173,600 Utah $173,347

Iowa $173,238 Kansas $172,369 Louisiana $172,116 North Carolina $172,025 Missouri $171,989 Florida $171,283 Montana $170,903 Nebraska $170,541

Kentucky $170,342 South Carolina $169,618 Tennessee $169,165 Idaho $168,984 New Mexico $167,663 Oklahoma $167,373 Alabama $166,305 South Dakota $164,513

Arkansas $163,535 West Virginia $163,010 Mississippi $161,435

Top Paying Cities for Lead Traders

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: $182,496
Little Creek: $183,831
Magnolia: $183,567

Lincoln, DE $182,496 Little Creek, DE $183,831 Magnolia, DE $183,567 Milford, DE $182,959 Marydel, DE $183,259 Millsboro, DE $181,730 Millville, DE $182,010 Milton, DE $182,325

Nassau, DE $182,458 Ocean View, DE $181,980 Rehoboth Beach, DE $182,329 Seaford, DE $182,432 Selbyville, DE $181,677 Smyrna, DE $183,958 Viola, DE $183,111 Woodside, DE $183,603

Bear, DE $183,180 Newark, DE $183,111 Claymont, DE $183,486 Delaware City, DE $183,294 Hockessin, DE $183,095 Kirkwood, DE $183,259 Middletown, DE $183,330 Montchanin, DE $183,136

New Castle, DE $183,163 Odessa, DE $183,421 Port Penn, DE $183,544 Rockland, DE $183,154 Saint Georges, DE $183,272 Townsend, DE $183,554 Winterthur, DE $183,176 Lewes, DE $182,396

Wilmington, DE $183,104 Dover, DE $183,831 Dover Afb, DE $182,863 Bethany Beach, DE $181,788 Bethel, DE $181,976 Bridgeville, DE $182,405 Camden Wyoming, DE $183,314 Cheswold, DE $183,772

Clayton, DE $183,777 Dagsboro, DE $181,661 Delmar, DE $181,370 Ellendale, DE $181,920 Felton, DE $182,944 Fenwick Island, DE $181,701 Frankford, DE $181,384 Frederica, DE $183,125

Georgetown, DE $181,592 Greenwood, DE $182,434 Harbeson, DE $181,786 Harrington, DE $182,713 Hartly, DE $183,281 Houston, DE $182,452 Kenton, DE $183,786 Laurel, DE $181,484

Yorklyn, DE $183,149

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

Understanding how a Lead Trader'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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$145,503

Average $183,321/year

$192,439

$12,125

Average $15,277/month

$16,037

$2,798

Average $3,525/week

$3,701

$70

Average $88/hour

$93

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$192,439	$16,037	$3,701	$93
Average	$183,321	$15,277	$3,525	$88
25th Percentile	$145,503	$12,125	$2,798	$70

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