What are the main factors that influence an Account Controller's salary?

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

How does experience change An Account Controller's salary?

An Account Controller's salary grows with experience: a Financial Control Senior Manager (0-0 years)earns $165,478, a Financial Control Director (0-0 years)earns $180,036, a Account Controller (0-0 years)earns $257,362,

What are the highest paying states for an Account Controller?

Account Controller salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Account Controller roles are District of Columbia $276,820, California $275,770, Massachusetts $272,095. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Account Controller roles make?

Salaries for Account Controller level roles vary by specialization: Portfolio Controller: $263,720; Project Controller: $253,954; Financial Controller: $253,700; Controller: $253,627; Controller II: $248,609.

Account Controller Salary in Delaware

How much does an Account Controller make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for an Account Controller in Delaware is $253,193 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $122.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $308,391
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $233,186 to $282,086
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $214,971

Compensation Planning

Develop a Job Description

Pay Equity

2025 Compensation Trend

AI-Powered Talent

Smart Recruiting

Salary Salary + Bonus Benefits

View as table

Account Controller Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$282,086	$23,507	$5,425	$136
Average	$253,193	$21,099	$4,869	$122
25th Percentile	$233,186	$19,432	$4,484	$112

You may get higher pay by adjusting the following factors:

Change Search Criteria

Check out Account Controller Job Openings in Delaware

Home Health Occupational Therapy Case Manager

Adara Home Health - HUTCHINSON, MN

Travel ER RN

Focus Staff - YUMA, AZ

Travel PCU RN

Focus Staff - SHELBY, NC

Travel NICU RN

Focus Staff - TACOMA, WA

Search More Account Controller Jobs in Delaware

Key Factors That Influence Account Controller Salaries

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

District of Columbia: $276,820.
California: $275,770.
Massachusetts: $272,095.

District of Columbia $276,820 California $275,770 Massachusetts $272,095 Washington $271,095 New Jersey $270,995 Alaska $270,644 Connecticut $267,194 New York $265,794

Hawaii $261,319 Rhode Island $259,219 Maryland $257,794 Minnesota $255,843 Colorado $255,093 Illinois $254,843 Oregon $253,893 Delaware $253,193

New Hampshire $252,753 Virginia $251,768 Pennsylvania $248,893 Nevada $247,443 North Dakota $246,968 Michigan $246,218 Wisconsin $245,943 Vermont $245,393

Texas $243,868 Maine $243,768 Arizona $243,618 Ohio $243,443 Georgia $241,142 Indiana $239,992 Wyoming $239,767 Utah $239,417

Iowa $239,267 Kansas $238,067 Louisiana $237,717 North Carolina $237,592 Missouri $237,542 Florida $236,567 Montana $236,042 Nebraska $235,542

Kentucky $235,267 South Carolina $234,267 Tennessee $233,642 Idaho $233,392 New Mexico $231,567 Oklahoma $231,167 Alabama $229,692 South Dakota $227,216

Arkansas $225,866 West Virginia $225,141 Mississippi $222,966

Top Paying Cities for Account 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: $262,044
Little Creek: $259,619
Magnolia: $260,694

Lincoln, DE $262,044 Little Creek, DE $259,619 Magnolia, DE $260,694 Milford, DE $262,044 Marydel, DE $258,644 Millsboro, DE $262,044 Millville, DE $263,794 Milton, DE $262,044

Nassau, DE $262,044 Ocean View, DE $263,794 Rehoboth Beach, DE $263,794 Seaford, DE $259,294 Selbyville, DE $263,794 Smyrna, DE $258,344 Viola, DE $260,694 Woodside, DE $259,944

Bear, DE $256,443 Newark, DE $256,543 Claymont, DE $256,743 Delaware City, DE $256,543 Hockessin, DE $256,743 Kirkwood, DE $256,543 Middletown, DE $257,819 Montchanin, DE $256,743

New Castle, DE $256,743 Odessa, DE $258,169 Port Penn, DE $255,843 Rockland, DE $256,743 Saint Georges, DE $256,543 Townsend, DE $257,794 Winterthur, DE $256,743 Lewes, DE $262,044

Wilmington, DE $256,743 Dover, DE $259,494 Dover Afb, DE $260,094 Bethany Beach, DE $263,794 Bethel, DE $259,294 Bridgeville, DE $262,044 Camden Wyoming, DE $259,769 Cheswold, DE $258,894

Clayton, DE $258,244 Dagsboro, DE $263,794 Delmar, DE $259,294 Ellendale, DE $262,044 Felton, DE $262,044 Fenwick Island, DE $263,794 Frankford, DE $263,794 Frederica, DE $262,044

Georgetown, DE $262,044 Greenwood, DE $262,044 Harbeson, DE $262,044 Harrington, DE $262,044 Hartly, DE $258,119 Houston, DE $262,044 Kenton, DE $258,244 Laurel, DE $259,294

Yorklyn, DE $256,743

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

Understanding how an Account 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 April 01, 2026

$233,186

Average $253,193/year

$282,086

$19,432

Average $21,099/month

$23,507

$4,484

Average $4,869/week

$5,425

$112

Average $122/hour

$136

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$282,086	$23,507	$5,425	$136
Average	$253,193	$21,099	$4,869	$122
25th Percentile	$233,186	$19,432	$4,484	$112

Salaries of jobs related to Account Controller

Find Your Next Account Controller Job

Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Account Controller job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.

For Employees

Get a Salary Increase

Analyze the market and your qualifications to negotiate your salary with confidence.

Search Job Openings

Search thousands of open positions to find your next opportunity.

For Employers

Adjust Employee Salary

Individualize employee pay based on unique job requirements and personal qualifications.

Price My Industry Jobs

Get the latest market price for benchmark jobs and jobs in your industry.

Cost of Living In Delaware

Cost of Living in Delaware is

1.3% Higher

than the National Average

Use Salary.com's Cost of Living Calculator to find out what income you need to maintain your standard of living in a different city and how much more or less money you need to budget for basic expenses.

Explore Cost of Living Calculator

Empower Your Team

Salary.com experts will help you thrive your workplaces.

Find Salary.com Comp Consulting

See Salary Trends in 2025

Salary.com provides salary survey data for thousands of industry Jobs.

Price Your Company Jobs and Make Pay Fair

Where Does Our Salary Data Come From?

Salary.com salary estimates, histograms, trends, and comparisons are derived from both employer job postings and third-party data sources. We also provide multiple percentiles of salary information for your reference, click here to know Why the Salary Midpoint Formula Is Crucial to Getting Pay Equity Right. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Are you an HR manager or compensation specialist?

Salary.com's CompAnalyst platform offers:

Detailed skills and competency reports for specific positions
Job and employee pricing reports
Compensation data tools, salary structures, surveys and benchmarks.

Learn about