What are the main factors that influence an Entry Level Cyber Security's salary?

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

How does experience change An Entry Level Cyber Security's salary?

An Entry Level Cyber Security's salary grows with experience: a Entry Level Cyber Security (2-4 years)earns $106,979, a Cyber Security Architect II (4-7 years)earns $132,544, a Cyber Security Architect III (7+ years)earns $153,043, a Cyber Security Architect IV (7-10 years)earns $180,386, a Cyber Security Architect V (10-12 years)earns $210,842,

What are the highest paying states for an Entry Level Cyber Security?

Entry Level Cyber Security salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Entry Level Cyber Security roles are District of Columbia $114,766, California $114,330, Massachusetts $112,807. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Entry Level Cyber Security roles make?

Salaries for Entry Level Cyber Security level roles vary by specialization: IS and Cyber Security Manager: $146,790; Data and Cyber Security Manager: $146,740; Cyber Security Manager: $138,210; IS and Cyber Security Senior Supervisor: $133,065; Cyber Security Architecture Supervisor: $131,413.

Entry Level Cyber Security Salary in Delaware

How much does an Entry Level Cyber Security make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for an Entry Level Cyber Security in Delaware is $104,970 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $50.

However, an Entry Level Cyber Security's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $122,334
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $95,329 to $114,059
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $86,550

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Entry Level Cyber Security Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$114,059	$9,505	$2,193	$55
Average	$104,970	$8,748	$2,019	$50
25th Percentile	$95,329	$7,944	$1,833	$46

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Key Factors That Influence Entry Level Cyber Security Salaries

An Entry Level Cyber Security'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 Entry Level Cyber Security Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Entry Level Cyber Security'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): $106,979
Early Career (1-2 years): $132,544
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $153,043
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $180,386
Expert (over 8 years): $210,842

Levels	Salary
Entry Lev... Level Entry Level Cyber Security	$106,979
Cyber Sec... Level Entry Level Cyber Security	$132,544
Cyber Sec... Level Entry Level Cyber Security	$153,043
Cyber Sec... Level Entry Level Cyber Security	$180,386
Cyber Sec... Level Entry Level Cyber Security	$210,842

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How Do Entry Level Cyber Security 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 Entry Level Cyber Securities. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $114,766.
California: $114,330.
Massachusetts: $112,807.

District of Columbia $114,766 California $114,330 Massachusetts $112,807 Washington $112,392 New Jersey $112,351 Alaska $112,205 Connecticut $110,775 New York $110,195

Hawaii $108,339 Rhode Island $107,468 Maryland $106,878 Minnesota $106,069 Colorado $105,758 Illinois $105,655 Oregon $105,261 Delaware $104,970

New Hampshire $104,788 Virginia $104,380 Pennsylvania $103,188 Nevada $102,586 North Dakota $102,389 Michigan $102,078 Wisconsin $101,964 Vermont $101,736

Texas $101,104 Maine $101,063 Arizona $101,000 Ohio $100,928 Georgia $99,974 Indiana $99,497 Wyoming $99,404 Utah $99,259

Iowa $99,197 Kansas $98,699 Louisiana $98,554 North Carolina $98,502 Missouri $98,482 Florida $98,077 Montana $97,860 Nebraska $97,652

Kentucky $97,538 South Carolina $97,124 Tennessee $96,865 Idaho $96,761 New Mexico $96,004 Oklahoma $95,838 Alabama $95,227 South Dakota $94,201

Arkansas $93,641 West Virginia $93,340 Mississippi $92,439

Top Paying Cities for Entry Level Cyber Securities

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: $104,498
Little Creek: $105,263
Magnolia: $105,111

Lincoln, DE $104,498 Little Creek, DE $105,263 Magnolia, DE $105,111 Milford, DE $104,763 Marydel, DE $104,935 Millsboro, DE $104,059 Millville, DE $104,220 Milton, DE $104,400

Nassau, DE $104,476 Ocean View, DE $104,202 Rehoboth Beach, DE $104,402 Seaford, DE $104,461 Selbyville, DE $104,029 Smyrna, DE $105,335 Viola, DE $104,850 Woodside, DE $105,132

Bear, DE $104,890 Newark, DE $104,850 Claymont, DE $105,065 Delaware City, DE $104,955 Hockessin, DE $104,841 Kirkwood, DE $104,935 Middletown, DE $104,976 Montchanin, DE $104,865

New Castle, DE $104,880 Odessa, DE $105,027 Port Penn, DE $105,098 Rockland, DE $104,875 Saint Georges, DE $104,942 Townsend, DE $105,104 Winterthur, DE $104,887 Lewes, DE $104,441

Wilmington, DE $104,846 Dover, DE $105,263 Dover Afb, DE $104,708 Bethany Beach, DE $104,092 Bethel, DE $104,200 Bridgeville, DE $104,446 Camden Wyoming, DE $104,966 Cheswold, DE $105,229

Clayton, DE $105,232 Dagsboro, DE $104,020 Delmar, DE $103,853 Ellendale, DE $104,168 Felton, DE $104,755 Fenwick Island, DE $104,043 Frankford, DE $103,861 Frederica, DE $104,858

Georgetown, DE $103,981 Greenwood, DE $104,463 Harbeson, DE $104,091 Harrington, DE $104,622 Hartly, DE $104,948 Houston, DE $104,473 Kenton, DE $105,237 Laurel, DE $103,918

Yorklyn, DE $104,872

Entry Level Cyber Security Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Entry Level Cyber Security'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.

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$95,329

Average $104,970/year

$114,059

$7,944

Average $8,748/month

$9,505

$1,833

Average $2,019/week

$2,193

$46

Average $50/hour

$55

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$114,059	$9,505	$2,193	$55
Average	$104,970	$8,748	$2,019	$50
25th Percentile	$95,329	$7,944	$1,833	$46

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