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

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

How does experience change A Cso's salary?

A Cso's salary grows with experience: a Staff Nurse - RN I (0-2 years)earns $74,968, a Cso (2-4 years)earns $84,969, a Staff Nurse - RN III (4-7 years)earns $98,798,

What are the highest paying states for a Cso?

Cso salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Cso roles are District of Columbia $91,525, California $91,178, Massachusetts $89,963. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Cso roles make?

Salaries for Cso level roles vary by specialization: Assistant Manager CSO: $45,486.

Cso Salary in Delaware

How much does a Cso make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Cso in Delaware is $83,713 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $97,099
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $77,686 to $90,720
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $72,199

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Cso Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$90,720	$7,560	$1,745	$44
Average	$83,713	$6,976	$1,610	$40
25th Percentile	$77,686	$6,474	$1,494	$37

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Key Factors That Influence Cso Salaries

A Cso'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 Cso 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 Csos. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $91,525.
California: $91,178.
Massachusetts: $89,963.

District of Columbia $91,525 California $91,178 Massachusetts $89,963 Washington $89,632 New Jersey $89,599 Alaska $89,483 Connecticut $88,343 New York $87,880

Hawaii $86,400 Rhode Island $85,706 Maryland $85,234 Minnesota $84,590 Colorado $84,342 Illinois $84,259 Oregon $83,945 Delaware $83,713

New Hampshire $83,568 Virginia $83,242 Pennsylvania $82,292 Nevada $81,812 North Dakota $81,655 Michigan $81,407 Wisconsin $81,316 Vermont $81,134

Texas $80,630 Maine $80,597 Arizona $80,547 Ohio $80,490 Georgia $79,729 Indiana $79,349 Wyoming $79,274 Utah $79,159

Iowa $79,109 Kansas $78,712 Louisiana $78,597 North Carolina $78,555 Missouri $78,539 Florida $78,216 Montana $78,043 Nebraska $77,877

Kentucky $77,786 South Carolina $77,456 Tennessee $77,249 Idaho $77,166 New Mexico $76,563 Oklahoma $76,431 Alabama $75,943 South Dakota $75,125

Arkansas $74,678 West Virginia $74,439 Mississippi $73,719

Top Paying Cities for Csos

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: $83,336
Little Creek: $83,947
Magnolia: $83,826

Lincoln, DE $83,336 Little Creek, DE $83,947 Magnolia, DE $83,826 Milford, DE $83,548 Marydel, DE $83,685 Millsboro, DE $82,987 Millville, DE $83,115 Milton, DE $83,259

Nassau, DE $83,319 Ocean View, DE $83,101 Rehoboth Beach, DE $83,260 Seaford, DE $83,308 Selbyville, DE $82,963 Smyrna, DE $84,004 Viola, DE $83,618 Woodside, DE $83,842

Bear, DE $83,649 Newark, DE $83,618 Claymont, DE $83,789 Delaware City, DE $83,701 Hockessin, DE $83,610 Kirkwood, DE $83,685 Middletown, DE $83,718 Montchanin, DE $83,629

New Castle, DE $83,642 Odessa, DE $83,759 Port Penn, DE $83,815 Rockland, DE $83,637 Saint Georges, DE $83,691 Townsend, DE $83,820 Winterthur, DE $83,647 Lewes, DE $83,291

Wilmington, DE $83,614 Dover, DE $83,947 Dover Afb, DE $83,504 Bethany Beach, DE $83,013 Bethel, DE $83,099 Bridgeville, DE $83,295 Camden Wyoming, DE $83,710 Cheswold, DE $83,919

Clayton, DE $83,922 Dagsboro, DE $82,955 Delmar, DE $82,822 Ellendale, DE $83,074 Felton, DE $83,541 Fenwick Island, DE $82,974 Frankford, DE $82,829 Frederica, DE $83,624

Georgetown, DE $82,924 Greenwood, DE $83,308 Harbeson, DE $83,012 Harrington, DE $83,436 Hartly, DE $83,695 Houston, DE $83,317 Kenton, DE $83,926 Laurel, DE $82,874

Yorklyn, DE $83,635

Cso Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Cso roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 35% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 15% above the average. In contrast, Cso positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or MFG Nondurable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Cso as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Cso

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$96,270	$46.0	15%
Biotechnology	$94,178	$45.0	12%
Energy & Utilities	$89,992	$43.0	7%
Insurance	$87,899	$42.0	5%

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

Understanding how a Cso'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

$77,686

Average $83,713/year

$90,720

$6,474

Average $6,976/month

$7,560

$1,494

Average $1,610/week

$1,745

$37

Average $40/hour

$44

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$90,720	$7,560	$1,745	$44
Average	$83,713	$6,976	$1,610	$40
25th Percentile	$77,686	$6,474	$1,494	$37

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