What are the main factors that influence a Financial Engineering'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 Financial Engineering?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Financial Engineering roles, with salaries approximately 35% above the market median.

How does experience change A Financial Engineering's salary?

A Financial Engineering's salary grows with experience: a Workforce Analyst I (2-4 years)earns $81,039, a Financial Engineering (4-7 years)earns $98,762, a Workforce Analyst III (7+ years)earns $114,248, a Workforce Analytics Manager (7+ years)earns $118,047, a Workforce Analytics Senior Manager (7+ years)earns $185,040,

What are the highest paying states for a Financial Engineering?

Financial Engineering salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Financial Engineering roles are District of Columbia $105,528, California $105,128, Massachusetts $103,727. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Financial Engineering roles make?

Salaries for Financial Engineering level roles vary by specialization: Financial Controller: $253,900; Financial Manager: $129,959; Financial Supervisor: $121,631; Financial Administrator: $94,004; Financial Accountant: $77,595.

Financial Engineering Salary in Delaware

How much does a Financial Engineering make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Financial Engineering in Delaware is $96,521 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $46.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $111,150
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $85,764 to $104,178
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $75,971

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Financial Engineering Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$104,178	$8,682	$2,003	$50
Average	$96,521	$8,043	$1,856	$46
25th Percentile	$85,764	$7,147	$1,649	$41

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Key Factors That Influence Financial Engineering Salaries

A Financial Engineering'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 Financial Engineering Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Financial Engineering'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): $81,039
Early Career (1-2 years): $98,762
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $114,248
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $118,047
Expert (over 8 years): $185,040

Levels	Salary
Workforce... Level Financial Engineering	$81,039
Financial... Level Financial Engineering	$98,762
Workforce... Level Financial Engineering	$114,248
Workforce... Level Financial Engineering	$118,047
Workforce... Level Financial Engineering	$185,040

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How Do Financial Engineering 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 Financial Engineerings. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $105,528.
California: $105,128.
Massachusetts: $103,727.

District of Columbia $105,528 California $105,128 Massachusetts $103,727 Washington $103,345 New Jersey $103,307 Alaska $103,174 Connecticut $101,859 New York $101,325

Hawaii $99,619 Rhode Island $98,818 Maryland $98,275 Minnesota $97,531 Colorado $97,246 Illinois $97,150 Oregon $96,788 Delaware $96,521

New Hampshire $96,353 Virginia $95,978 Pennsylvania $94,882 Nevada $94,329 North Dakota $94,148 Michigan $93,862 Wisconsin $93,757 Vermont $93,547

Texas $92,966 Maine $92,928 Arizona $92,871 Ohio $92,804 Georgia $91,927 Indiana $91,489 Wyoming $91,403 Utah $91,270

Iowa $91,212 Kansas $90,755 Louisiana $90,621 North Carolina $90,574 Missouri $90,555 Florida $90,183 Montana $89,983 Nebraska $89,792

Kentucky $89,687 South Carolina $89,306 Tennessee $89,068 Idaho $88,973 New Mexico $88,277 Oklahoma $88,124 Alabama $87,562 South Dakota $86,618

Arkansas $86,104 West Virginia $85,827 Mississippi $84,998

Top Paying Cities for Financial Engineerings

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: $96,087
Little Creek: $96,790
Magnolia: $96,651

Lincoln, DE $96,087 Little Creek, DE $96,790 Magnolia, DE $96,651 Milford, DE $96,331 Marydel, DE $96,489 Millsboro, DE $95,683 Millville, DE $95,831 Milton, DE $95,997

Nassau, DE $96,067 Ocean View, DE $95,815 Rehoboth Beach, DE $95,999 Seaford, DE $96,053 Selbyville, DE $95,656 Smyrna, DE $96,857 Viola, DE $96,411 Woodside, DE $96,670

Bear, DE $96,447 Newark, DE $96,411 Claymont, DE $96,608 Delaware City, DE $96,507 Hockessin, DE $96,402 Kirkwood, DE $96,489 Middletown, DE $96,526 Montchanin, DE $96,424

New Castle, DE $96,438 Odessa, DE $96,574 Port Penn, DE $96,638 Rockland, DE $96,433 Saint Georges, DE $96,495 Townsend, DE $96,644 Winterthur, DE $96,445 Lewes, DE $96,034

Wilmington, DE $96,407 Dover, DE $96,790 Dover Afb, DE $96,280 Bethany Beach, DE $95,714 Bethel, DE $95,813 Bridgeville, DE $96,039 Camden Wyoming, DE $96,517 Cheswold, DE $96,758

Clayton, DE $96,761 Dagsboro, DE $95,647 Delmar, DE $95,494 Ellendale, DE $95,783 Felton, DE $96,323 Fenwick Island, DE $95,668 Frankford, DE $95,501 Frederica, DE $96,418

Georgetown, DE $95,611 Greenwood, DE $96,054 Harbeson, DE $95,713 Harrington, DE $96,201 Hartly, DE $96,500 Houston, DE $96,064 Kenton, DE $96,766 Laurel, DE $95,554

Yorklyn, DE $96,431

Financial Engineering Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Financial Engineering roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 75% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 35% above the average. In contrast, Financial Engineering positions in Financial Services or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Financial Engineering as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Financial Engineering

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$130,304	$63.0	35%
Biotechnology	$125,477	$60.0	30%
Insurance	$120,651	$58.0	25%
Energy & Utilities	$115,825	$56.0	20%
Software & Networking	$115,825	$56.0	20%

Financial Engineering Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Financial Engineering'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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$85,764

Average $96,521/year

$104,178

$7,147

Average $8,043/month

$8,682

$1,649

Average $1,856/week

$2,003

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Average $46/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$104,178	$8,682	$2,003	$50
Average	$96,521	$8,043	$1,856	$46
25th Percentile	$85,764	$7,147	$1,649	$41

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