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

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

How does experience change A Federal Agent's salary?

A Federal Agent's salary grows with experience: an Executive Assistant I (0-2 years)earns $63,771, an Federal Agent (2-4 years)earns $73,970, an Executive Assistant III (4-7 years)earns $88,985, an Executive Assistant IV (7+ years)earns $100,621, an Executive Assistant V (7-10 years)earns $120,676,

What are the highest paying states for a Federal Agent?

Federal Agent salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Federal Agent roles are District of Columbia $78,620, California $78,322, Massachusetts $77,278. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Federal Agent roles make?

Salaries for Federal Agent level roles vary by specialization: Manager, Federal Programs: $130,880; Federal Consultant: $83,219; Federal Prosecutor: $82,608; Federal Investigator: $75,970; Federal Marshal: $69,301.

Federal Agent Salary in Delaware

How much does a Federal Agent make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Federal Agent in Delaware is $71,910 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $35.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $87,548
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $62,025 to $80,095
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $53,024

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Federal Agent Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$80,095	$6,675	$1,540	$39
Average	$71,910	$5,993	$1,383	$35
25th Percentile	$62,025	$5,169	$1,193	$30

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Key Factors That Influence Federal Agent Salaries

A Federal Agent'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 Federal Agent Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Federal Agent'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): $63,771
Early Career (1-2 years): $73,970
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $88,985
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $100,621
Expert (over 8 years): $120,676

Levels	Salary
Executive... Level Federal Agent	$63,771
Federal A... Level Federal Agent	$73,970
Executive... Level Federal Agent	$88,985
Executive... Level Federal Agent	$100,621
Executive... Level Federal Agent	$120,676

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How Do Federal Agent 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 Federal Agents. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $78,620.
California: $78,322.
Massachusetts: $77,278.

District of Columbia $78,620 California $78,322 Massachusetts $77,278 Washington $76,994 New Jersey $76,966 Alaska $76,866 Connecticut $75,887 New York $75,489

Hawaii $74,218 Rhode Island $73,621 Maryland $73,217 Minnesota $72,663 Colorado $72,450 Illinois $72,379 Oregon $72,109 Delaware $71,910

New Hampshire $71,785 Virginia $71,505 Pennsylvania $70,689 Nevada $70,277 North Dakota $70,142 Michigan $69,929 Wisconsin $69,851 Vermont $69,695

Texas $69,261 Maine $69,233 Arizona $69,190 Ohio $69,141 Georgia $68,488 Indiana $68,161 Wyoming $68,097 Utah $67,998

Iowa $67,955 Kansas $67,614 Louisiana $67,515 North Carolina $67,479 Missouri $67,465 Florida $67,188 Montana $67,039 Nebraska $66,897

Kentucky $66,819 South Carolina $66,535 Tennessee $66,357 Idaho $66,286 New Mexico $65,768 Oklahoma $65,654 Alabama $65,235 South Dakota $64,532

Arkansas $64,149 West Virginia $63,943 Mississippi $63,325

Top Paying Cities for Federal Agents

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: $71,586
Little Creek: $72,110
Magnolia: $72,007

Lincoln, DE $71,586 Little Creek, DE $72,110 Magnolia, DE $72,007 Milford, DE $71,768 Marydel, DE $71,886 Millsboro, DE $71,286 Millville, DE $71,396 Milton, DE $71,520

Nassau, DE $71,571 Ocean View, DE $71,384 Rehoboth Beach, DE $71,521 Seaford, DE $71,561 Selbyville, DE $71,265 Smyrna, DE $72,160 Viola, DE $71,828 Woodside, DE $72,021

Bear, DE $71,855 Newark, DE $71,828 Claymont, DE $71,975 Delaware City, DE $71,899 Hockessin, DE $71,821 Kirkwood, DE $71,886 Middletown, DE $71,914 Montchanin, DE $71,838

New Castle, DE $71,848 Odessa, DE $71,949 Port Penn, DE $71,997 Rockland, DE $71,845 Saint Georges, DE $71,891 Townsend, DE $72,002 Winterthur, DE $71,853 Lewes, DE $71,547

Wilmington, DE $71,825 Dover, DE $72,110 Dover Afb, DE $71,730 Bethany Beach, DE $71,309 Bethel, DE $71,383 Bridgeville, DE $71,551 Camden Wyoming, DE $71,907 Cheswold, DE $72,087

Clayton, DE $72,089 Dagsboro, DE $71,259 Delmar, DE $71,145 Ellendale, DE $71,361 Felton, DE $71,762 Fenwick Island, DE $71,275 Frankford, DE $71,150 Frederica, DE $71,833

Georgetown, DE $71,232 Greenwood, DE $71,562 Harbeson, DE $71,308 Harrington, DE $71,672 Hartly, DE $71,894 Houston, DE $71,569 Kenton, DE $72,093 Laurel, DE $71,189

Yorklyn, DE $71,843

Federal Agent Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Federal Agent'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 May 01, 2026

$62,025

Average $71,910/year

$80,095

$5,169

Average $5,993/month

$6,675

$1,193

Average $1,383/week

$1,540

$30

Average $35/hour

$39

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$80,095	$6,675	$1,540	$39
Average	$71,910	$5,993	$1,383	$35
25th Percentile	$62,025	$5,169	$1,193	$30

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