What are the main factors that influence a Cryptologist'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 Cryptologist?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Cryptologist roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

How does experience change A Cryptologist's salary?

A Cryptologist's salary grows with experience: a Cryptologist (0-2 years)earns $83,720, a Software Systems Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $102,800, a Software Systems Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $119,248, a Software Systems Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $145,973, a Software Systems Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $167,242,

What are the highest paying states for a Cryptologist?

Cryptologist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Cryptologist roles are District of Columbia $89,769, California $89,428, Massachusetts $88,236. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

Cryptologist Salary in Delaware

How much does a Cryptologist make in Delaware?

As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for a Cryptologist in Delaware is $82,107 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $97,830
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $74,366 to $90,337
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $67,318

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Cryptologist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$90,337	$7,528	$1,737	$43
Average	$82,107	$6,842	$1,579	$39
25th Percentile	$74,366	$6,197	$1,430	$36

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Key Factors That Influence Cryptologist Salaries

A Cryptologist'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 Cryptologist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Cryptologist'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): $83,720
Early Career (1-2 years): $102,800
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $119,248
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $145,973
Expert (over 8 years): $167,242

Levels	Salary
Cryptolog... Level Cryptologist	$83,720
Software ... Level Cryptologist	$102,800
Software ... Level Cryptologist	$119,248
Software ... Level Cryptologist	$145,973
Software ... Level Cryptologist	$167,242

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

District of Columbia: $89,769.
California: $89,428.
Massachusetts: $88,236.

District of Columbia $89,769 California $89,428 Massachusetts $88,236 Washington $87,912 New Jersey $87,880 Alaska $87,766 Connecticut $86,647 New York $86,193

Hawaii $84,742 Rhode Island $84,061 Maryland $83,599 Minnesota $82,966 Colorado $82,723 Illinois $82,642 Oregon $82,334 Delaware $82,107

New Hampshire $81,964 Virginia $81,645 Pennsylvania $80,712 Nevada $80,242 North Dakota $80,088 Michigan $79,845 Wisconsin $79,756 Vermont $79,577

Texas $79,083 Maine $79,050 Arizona $79,002 Ohio $78,945 Georgia $78,199 Indiana $77,826 Wyoming $77,753 Utah $77,640

Iowa $77,591 Kansas $77,202 Louisiana $77,088 North Carolina $77,048 Missouri $77,032 Florida $76,715 Montana $76,545 Nebraska $76,383

Kentucky $76,294 South Carolina $75,969 Tennessee $75,767 Idaho $75,686 New Mexico $75,094 Oklahoma $74,964 Alabama $74,486 South Dakota $73,683

Arkansas $73,245 West Virginia $73,010 Mississippi $72,305

Top Paying Cities for Cryptologists

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: $81,737
Little Creek: $82,336
Magnolia: $82,217

Lincoln, DE $81,737 Little Creek, DE $82,336 Magnolia, DE $82,217 Milford, DE $81,945 Marydel, DE $82,079 Millsboro, DE $81,394 Millville, DE $81,520 Milton, DE $81,661

Nassau, DE $81,720 Ocean View, DE $81,506 Rehoboth Beach, DE $81,663 Seaford, DE $81,709 Selbyville, DE $81,371 Smyrna, DE $82,392 Viola, DE $82,013 Woodside, DE $82,233

Bear, DE $82,044 Newark, DE $82,013 Claymont, DE $82,181 Delaware City, DE $82,095 Hockessin, DE $82,006 Kirkwood, DE $82,079 Middletown, DE $82,111 Montchanin, DE $82,024

New Castle, DE $82,036 Odessa, DE $82,152 Port Penn, DE $82,207 Rockland, DE $82,032 Saint Georges, DE $82,085 Townsend, DE $82,212 Winterthur, DE $82,042 Lewes, DE $81,693

Wilmington, DE $82,010 Dover, DE $82,336 Dover Afb, DE $81,902 Bethany Beach, DE $81,420 Bethel, DE $81,505 Bridgeville, DE $81,697 Camden Wyoming, DE $82,104 Cheswold, DE $82,309

Clayton, DE $82,311 Dagsboro, DE $81,364 Delmar, DE $81,233 Ellendale, DE $81,479 Felton, DE $81,938 Fenwick Island, DE $81,381 Frankford, DE $81,239 Frederica, DE $82,019

Georgetown, DE $81,333 Greenwood, DE $81,710 Harbeson, DE $81,419 Harrington, DE $81,835 Hartly, DE $82,089 Houston, DE $81,718 Kenton, DE $82,315 Laurel, DE $81,284

Yorklyn, DE $82,030

Cryptologist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Cryptologist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 45% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Cryptologist positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Cryptologist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Cryptologist

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services	$102,634	$49.0	25%
Biotechnology	$98,528	$47.0	20%
Pharmaceuticals	$98,528	$47.0	20%
Internet	$94,423	$45.0	15%
Energy & Utilities	$90,318	$43.0	10%

Cryptologist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Cryptologist'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 September 01, 2026

$74,366

Average $82,107/year

$90,337

$6,197

Average $6,842/month

$7,528

$1,430

Average $1,579/week

$1,737

$36

Average $39/hour

$43

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$90,337	$7,528	$1,737	$43
Average	$82,107	$6,842	$1,579	$39
25th Percentile	$74,366	$6,197	$1,430	$36

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