What are the main factors that influence a Real Estate Controller'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 Real Estate Controller?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Real Estate Controller roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

How does experience change A Real Estate Controller's salary?

A Real Estate Controller's salary grows with experience: a Land Surveyor (2-4 years)earns $62,435, a Real Estate Controller (4-7 years)earns $76,759, a Land Surveyor Supervisor (7+ years)earns $89,584, a Land Surveyor Manager (7+ years)earns $106,511,

What are the highest paying states for a Real Estate Controller?

Real Estate Controller salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Real Estate Controller roles are District of Columbia $81,832, California $81,522, Massachusetts $80,435. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Real Estate Controller roles make?

Salaries for Real Estate Controller level roles vary by specialization: SVP of Real Estate: $272,102; VP of Real Estate: $193,627; Real Estate Director: $152,986; Real Estate Representative V: $150,917; Real Estate Zoning Manager: $125,374.

Real Estate Controller Salary in Delaware

How much does a Real Estate Controller make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Real Estate Controller in Delaware is $74,848 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $36.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $88,848
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $65,673 to $82,176
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $57,321

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Real Estate Controller Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$82,176	$6,848	$1,580	$40
Average	$74,848	$6,237	$1,439	$36
25th Percentile	$65,673	$5,473	$1,263	$32

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Key Factors That Influence Real Estate Controller Salaries

A Real Estate 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 Real Estate 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 Real Estate Controllers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $81,832.
California: $81,522.
Massachusetts: $80,435.

District of Columbia $81,832 California $81,522 Massachusetts $80,435 Washington $80,140 New Jersey $80,110 Alaska $80,007 Connecticut $78,987 New York $78,573

Hawaii $77,250 Rhode Island $76,629 Maryland $76,208 Minnesota $75,631 Colorado $75,409 Illinois $75,336 Oregon $75,055 Delaware $74,848

New Hampshire $74,718 Virginia $74,426 Pennsylvania $73,577 Nevada $73,148 North Dakota $73,007 Michigan $72,786 Wisconsin $72,704 Vermont $72,542

Texas $72,091 Maine $72,061 Arizona $72,017 Ohio $71,965 Georgia $71,285 Indiana $70,945 Wyoming $70,879 Utah $70,775

Iowa $70,731 Kansas $70,376 Louisiana $70,273 North Carolina $70,236 Missouri $70,221 Florida $69,933 Montana $69,778 Nebraska $69,630

Kentucky $69,548 South Carolina $69,253 Tennessee $69,068 Idaho $68,994 New Mexico $68,455 Oklahoma $68,336 Alabama $67,900 South Dakota $67,169

Arkansas $66,769 West Virginia $66,555 Mississippi $65,912

Top Paying Cities for Real Estate 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: $74,511
Little Creek: $75,056
Magnolia: $74,948

Lincoln, DE $74,511 Little Creek, DE $75,056 Magnolia, DE $74,948 Milford, DE $74,700 Marydel, DE $74,823 Millsboro, DE $74,198 Millville, DE $74,313 Milton, DE $74,441

Nassau, DE $74,495 Ocean View, DE $74,300 Rehoboth Beach, DE $74,443 Seaford, DE $74,485 Selbyville, DE $74,177 Smyrna, DE $75,108 Viola, DE $74,762 Woodside, DE $74,963

Bear, DE $74,790 Newark, DE $74,762 Claymont, DE $74,915 Delaware City, DE $74,837 Hockessin, DE $74,755 Kirkwood, DE $74,823 Middletown, DE $74,851 Montchanin, DE $74,772

New Castle, DE $74,783 Odessa, DE $74,888 Port Penn, DE $74,939 Rockland, DE $74,780 Saint Georges, DE $74,828 Townsend, DE $74,943 Winterthur, DE $74,789 Lewes, DE $74,470

Wilmington, DE $74,759 Dover, DE $75,056 Dover Afb, DE $74,661 Bethany Beach, DE $74,222 Bethel, DE $74,299 Bridgeville, DE $74,474 Camden Wyoming, DE $74,845 Cheswold, DE $75,032

Clayton, DE $75,034 Dagsboro, DE $74,170 Delmar, DE $74,051 Ellendale, DE $74,276 Felton, DE $74,694 Fenwick Island, DE $74,186 Frankford, DE $74,057 Frederica, DE $74,768

Georgetown, DE $74,142 Greenwood, DE $74,486 Harbeson, DE $74,221 Harrington, DE $74,599 Hartly, DE $74,831 Houston, DE $74,493 Kenton, DE $75,038 Laurel, DE $74,098

Yorklyn, DE $74,778

Real Estate Controller Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Real Estate Controller roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Real Estate Controller positions in Retail & Wholesale or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Real Estate Controller as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Real Estate Controller

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$112,272	$54.0	50%

Real Estate Controller Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Real Estate 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 July 01, 2026

$65,673

Average $74,848/year

$82,176

$5,473

Average $6,237/month

$6,848

$1,263

Average $1,439/week

$1,580

$32

Average $36/hour

$40

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$82,176	$6,848	$1,580	$40
Average	$74,848	$6,237	$1,439	$36
25th Percentile	$65,673	$5,473	$1,263	$32

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