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

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Plant Controller roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change A Plant Controller's salary?

A Plant Controller's salary grows with experience: starting around $114,475 for beginners, reaching about $116,763 at mid-level, and approach $121,596 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Plant Controller?

Plant Controller salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Plant Controller roles are District of Columbia $129,969, California $129,476, Massachusetts $127,750. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Plant Controller roles make?

Salaries for Plant Controller level roles vary by specialization: Corporate Controller: $303,651; Project Controller: $254,201; Financial Controller: $253,900; Controller: $253,874; Junior Controller: $224,008.

Plant Controller Salary in Delaware

How much does a Plant Controller make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Plant Controller in Delaware is $118,876 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $57.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $139,357
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $107,081 to $129,596
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $96,342

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Plant Controller Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$129,596	$10,800	$2,492	$62
Average	$118,876	$9,906	$2,286	$57
25th Percentile	$107,081	$8,923	$2,059	$51

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Key Factors That Influence Plant Controller Salaries

A Plant 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 Plant Controller Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Plant 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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $114,475
Early Career (1-2 years): $115,003
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $116,763
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $118,876
Expert (over 8 years): $121,596

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Plant Controller	$114,475
Intermediate Level Plant Controller	$115,003
Senior Level Plant Controller	$116,763
Specialist Level Plant Controller	$118,876
Expert Level Plant Controller	$121,596

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

District of Columbia: $129,969.
California: $129,476.
Massachusetts: $127,750.

District of Columbia $129,969 California $129,476 Massachusetts $127,750 Washington $127,281 New Jersey $127,234 Alaska $127,069 Connecticut $125,449 New York $124,792

Hawaii $122,691 Rhode Island $121,705 Maryland $121,036 Minnesota $120,120 Colorado $119,768 Illinois $119,651 Oregon $119,204 Delaware $118,876

New Hampshire $118,669 Virginia $118,207 Pennsylvania $116,857 Nevada $116,176 North Dakota $115,953 Michigan $115,601 Wisconsin $115,472 Vermont $115,213

Texas $114,497 Maine $114,450 Arizona $114,380 Ohio $114,298 Georgia $113,218 Indiana $112,678 Wyoming $112,572 Utah $112,408

Iowa $112,337 Kansas $111,774 Louisiana $111,610 North Carolina $111,551 Missouri $111,527 Florida $111,070 Montana $110,823 Nebraska $110,588

Kentucky $110,459 South Carolina $109,990 Tennessee $109,696 Idaho $109,579 New Mexico $108,722 Oklahoma $108,534 Alabama $107,842 South Dakota $106,679

Arkansas $106,046 West Virginia $105,705 Mississippi $104,684

Top Paying Cities for Plant 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: $118,341
Little Creek: $119,207
Magnolia: $119,035

Lincoln, DE $118,341 Little Creek, DE $119,207 Magnolia, DE $119,035 Milford, DE $118,641 Marydel, DE $118,836 Millsboro, DE $117,844 Millville, DE $118,026 Milton, DE $118,230

Nassau, DE $118,316 Ocean View, DE $118,006 Rehoboth Beach, DE $118,233 Seaford, DE $118,299 Selbyville, DE $117,810 Smyrna, DE $119,289 Viola, DE $118,740 Woodside, DE $119,059

Bear, DE $118,784 Newark, DE $118,740 Claymont, DE $118,983 Delaware City, DE $118,858 Hockessin, DE $118,729 Kirkwood, DE $118,836 Middletown, DE $118,882 Montchanin, DE $118,756

New Castle, DE $118,774 Odessa, DE $118,940 Port Penn, DE $119,020 Rockland, DE $118,768 Saint Georges, DE $118,844 Townsend, DE $119,027 Winterthur, DE $118,782 Lewes, DE $118,276

Wilmington, DE $118,735 Dover, DE $119,207 Dover Afb, DE $118,579 Bethany Beach, DE $117,882 Bethel, DE $118,004 Bridgeville, DE $118,282 Camden Wyoming, DE $118,871 Cheswold, DE $119,168

Clayton, DE $119,172 Dagsboro, DE $117,799 Delmar, DE $117,610 Ellendale, DE $117,967 Felton, DE $118,632 Fenwick Island, DE $117,825 Frankford, DE $117,620 Frederica, DE $118,749

Georgetown, DE $117,755 Greenwood, DE $118,301 Harbeson, DE $117,880 Harrington, DE $118,481 Hartly, DE $118,850 Houston, DE $118,312 Kenton, DE $119,177 Laurel, DE $117,684

Yorklyn, DE $118,764

Plant Controller Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Plant Controller salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $132,659. While startup companies pay approximate $112,284.

Plant Controller Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$112,284
Growth Stage	51~500	$118,725
Established	501~5000	$128,135
Enterprise	5000+	$132,659

Plant Controller Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Plant Controller roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 10% above the average. In contrast, Plant Controller positions in Transportation or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Plant Controller as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Plant Controller

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$130,763	$63.0	10%
Biotechnology	$130,763	$63.0	10%
Energy & Utilities	$130,763	$63.0	10%
Financial Services	$130,763	$63.0	10%
Healthcare	$130,763	$63.0	10%

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

Understanding how a Plant 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

$107,081

Average $118,876/year

$129,596

$8,923

Average $9,906/month

$10,800

$2,059

Average $2,286/week

$2,492

$51

Average $57/hour

$62

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$129,596	$10,800	$2,492	$62
Average	$118,876	$9,906	$2,286	$57
25th Percentile	$107,081	$8,923	$2,059	$51

Plant Controller Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Plant Controller, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Accounting Senior Manager role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $161,739 - a projected growth of 36% over your current level.

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