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 $83,712, a Software Systems Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $102,792, a Software Systems Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $119,249, a Software Systems Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $145,958, a Software Systems Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $167,241,

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 $89,760, California $89,420, Massachusetts $88,228. 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 July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Cryptologist in Delaware is $82,099 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): $97,825
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $74,360 to $90,331
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $67,314

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Cryptologist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$90,331	$7,528	$1,737	$43
Average	$82,099	$6,842	$1,579	$39
25th Percentile	$74,360	$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): $83,712
Early Career (1-2 years): $102,792
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $119,249
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $145,958
Expert (over 8 years): $167,241

Levels	Salary
Cryptolog... Level Cryptologist	$83,712
Software ... Level Cryptologist	$102,792
Software ... Level Cryptologist	$119,249
Software ... Level Cryptologist	$145,958
Software ... Level Cryptologist	$167,241

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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: $89,760.
California: $89,420.
Massachusetts: $88,228.

District of Columbia $89,760 California $89,420 Massachusetts $88,228 Washington $87,904 New Jersey $87,871 Alaska $87,758 Connecticut $86,639 New York $86,185

Hawaii $84,734 Rhode Island $84,053 Maryland $83,591 Minnesota $82,959 Colorado $82,715 Illinois $82,634 Oregon $82,326 Delaware $82,099

New Hampshire $81,957 Virginia $81,637 Pennsylvania $80,705 Nevada $80,235 North Dakota $80,081 Michigan $79,837 Wisconsin $79,748 Vermont $79,570

Texas $79,075 Maine $79,043 Arizona $78,994 Ohio $78,938 Georgia $78,192 Indiana $77,819 Wyoming $77,746 Utah $77,632

Iowa $77,584 Kansas $77,195 Louisiana $77,081 North Carolina $77,041 Missouri $77,024 Florida $76,708 Montana $76,538 Nebraska $76,376

Kentucky $76,287 South Carolina $75,962 Tennessee $75,760 Idaho $75,679 New Mexico $75,087 Oklahoma $74,957 Alabama $74,479 South Dakota $73,676

Arkansas $73,238 West Virginia $73,003 Mississippi $72,298

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: $81,730
Little Creek: $82,328
Magnolia: $82,210

Lincoln, DE $81,730 Little Creek, DE $82,328 Magnolia, DE $82,210 Milford, DE $81,937 Marydel, DE $82,072 Millsboro, DE $81,387 Millville, DE $81,512 Milton, DE $81,653

Nassau, DE $81,713 Ocean View, DE $81,499 Rehoboth Beach, DE $81,655 Seaford, DE $81,701 Selbyville, DE $81,363 Smyrna, DE $82,385 Viola, DE $82,005 Woodside, DE $82,226

Bear, DE $82,036 Newark, DE $82,005 Claymont, DE $82,173 Delaware City, DE $82,087 Hockessin, DE $81,998 Kirkwood, DE $82,072 Middletown, DE $82,103 Montchanin, DE $82,017

New Castle, DE $82,029 Odessa, DE $82,144 Port Penn, DE $82,199 Rockland, DE $82,025 Saint Georges, DE $82,077 Townsend, DE $82,204 Winterthur, DE $82,034 Lewes, DE $81,685

Wilmington, DE $82,002 Dover, DE $82,328 Dover Afb, DE $81,894 Bethany Beach, DE $81,413 Bethel, DE $81,497 Bridgeville, DE $81,689 Camden Wyoming, DE $82,096 Cheswold, DE $82,301

Clayton, DE $82,304 Dagsboro, DE $81,356 Delmar, DE $81,225 Ellendale, DE $81,472 Felton, DE $81,931 Fenwick Island, DE $81,374 Frankford, DE $81,232 Frederica, DE $82,012

Georgetown, DE $81,325 Greenwood, DE $81,702 Harbeson, DE $81,412 Harrington, DE $81,827 Hartly, DE $82,081 Houston, DE $81,710 Kenton, DE $82,308 Laurel, DE $81,276

Yorklyn, DE $82,022

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	$102,624	$49.0	25%
Biotechnology	$98,519	$47.0	20%
Pharmaceuticals	$98,519	$47.0	20%
Internet	$94,414	$45.0	15%
Energy & Utilities	$90,309	$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 July 01, 2026

$74,360

Average $82,099/year

$90,331

$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	$90,331	$7,528	$1,737	$43
Average	$82,099	$6,842	$1,579	$39
25th Percentile	$74,360	$6,197	$1,430	$36

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