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

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

How does experience change A Quality Controller's salary?

A Quality Controller's salary grows with experience: a Quality Control Inspector I (0-1 years)earns $49,113, a Quality Controller (1-3 years)earns $53,892, a Quality Control Inspector III (3-5 years)earns $68,110, a Quality Control Inspector IV (5-7 years)earns $76,242,

What are the highest paying states for a Quality Controller?

Quality Controller salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Quality Controller roles are District of Columbia $57,675, California $57,457, Massachusetts $56,691. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Quality Controller roles make?

Salaries for Quality Controller level roles vary by specialization: Corporate Controller: $302,073; Controller: $253,707; Pipeline Controller Manager: $169,200; Deputy Controller: $163,100; Pipeline Controller Supervisor: $129,200.

Quality Controller Salary in Delaware

How much does a Quality Controller make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Quality Controller in Delaware is $52,753 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $25.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $64,652
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $47,286 to $58,981
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $42,310

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Quality Controller Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$58,981	$4,915	$1,134	$28
Average	$52,753	$4,396	$1,014	$25
25th Percentile	$47,286	$3,941	$909	$23

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Key Factors That Influence Quality Controller Salaries

A Quality Controller'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 Quality Controller 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 Quality Controllers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $57,675.
California: $57,457.
Massachusetts: $56,691.

District of Columbia $57,675 California $57,457 Massachusetts $56,691 Washington $56,482 New Jersey $56,462 Alaska $56,389 Connecticut $55,670 New York $55,378

Hawaii $54,446 Rhode Island $54,008 Maryland $53,711 Minnesota $53,305 Colorado $53,149 Illinois $53,097 Oregon $52,899 Delaware $52,753

New Hampshire $52,661 Virginia $52,456 Pennsylvania $51,857 Nevada $51,555 North Dakota $51,456 Michigan $51,299 Wisconsin $51,242 Vermont $51,128

Texas $50,810 Maine $50,789 Arizona $50,758 Ohio $50,721 Georgia $50,242 Indiana $50,002 Wyoming $49,955 Utah $49,883

Iowa $49,851 Kansas $49,601 Louisiana $49,528 North Carolina $49,502 Missouri $49,492 Florida $49,289 Montana $49,179 Nebraska $49,075

Kentucky $49,018 South Carolina $48,809 Tennessee $48,679 Idaho $48,627 New Mexico $48,247 Oklahoma $48,164 Alabama $47,856 South Dakota $47,340

Arkansas $47,059 West Virginia $46,908 Mississippi $46,455

Top Paying Cities for Quality Controllers

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: $52,515
Little Creek: $52,900
Magnolia: $52,824

Lincoln, DE $52,515 Little Creek, DE $52,900 Magnolia, DE $52,824 Milford, DE $52,649 Marydel, DE $52,735 Millsboro, DE $52,295 Millville, DE $52,376 Milton, DE $52,466

Nassau, DE $52,504 Ocean View, DE $52,367 Rehoboth Beach, DE $52,467 Seaford, DE $52,497 Selbyville, DE $52,280 Smyrna, DE $52,936 Viola, DE $52,692 Woodside, DE $52,834

Bear, DE $52,712 Newark, DE $52,692 Claymont, DE $52,800 Delaware City, DE $52,745 Hockessin, DE $52,688 Kirkwood, DE $52,735 Middletown, DE $52,755 Montchanin, DE $52,700

New Castle, DE $52,707 Odessa, DE $52,781 Port Penn, DE $52,817 Rockland, DE $52,705 Saint Georges, DE $52,739 Townsend, DE $52,820 Winterthur, DE $52,711 Lewes, DE $52,487

Wilmington, DE $52,690 Dover, DE $52,900 Dover Afb, DE $52,621 Bethany Beach, DE $52,312 Bethel, DE $52,366 Bridgeville, DE $52,489 Camden Wyoming, DE $52,751 Cheswold, DE $52,882

Clayton, DE $52,884 Dagsboro, DE $52,275 Delmar, DE $52,191 Ellendale, DE $52,350 Felton, DE $52,644 Fenwick Island, DE $52,287 Frankford, DE $52,195 Frederica, DE $52,696

Georgetown, DE $52,255 Greenwood, DE $52,498 Harbeson, DE $52,311 Harrington, DE $52,578 Hartly, DE $52,741 Houston, DE $52,503 Kenton, DE $52,887 Laurel, DE $52,224

Yorklyn, DE $52,703

Quality Controller Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Quality Controller'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

$47,286

Average $52,753/year

$58,981

$3,941

Average $4,396/month

$4,915

$909

Average $1,014/week

$1,134

$23

Average $25/hour

$28

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$58,981	$4,915	$1,134	$28
Average	$52,753	$4,396	$1,014	$25
25th Percentile	$47,286	$3,941	$909	$23

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