What are the main factors that influence a Section Officer'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 Section Officer?

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

How does experience change A Section Officer's salary?

A Section Officer's salary grows with experience: a Government Affairs Specialist III (7+ years)earns $150,837, a Government Affairs Specialist IV (7-10 years)earns $181,007, a Section Officer (10+ years)earns $152,869, a Government Affairs Senior Manager (10+ years)earns $198,457, a Government Affairs Director (10+ years)earns $216,865,

What are the highest paying states for a Section Officer?

Section Officer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Section Officer roles are District of Columbia $162,906, California $162,288, Massachusetts $160,125. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Section Officer roles make?

Salaries for Section Officer level roles vary by specialization: Section Manager: $192,439; Section Engineer: $161,418; Section Head: $154,372; Engineering Section Manager: $128,931; Section Chief: $113,326.

Section Officer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Section Officer make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Section Officer in Delaware is $149,002 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $72.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $174,648
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $130,441 to $162,426
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $113,542

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Section Officer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$162,426	$13,535	$3,124	$78
Average	$149,002	$12,417	$2,865	$72
25th Percentile	$130,441	$10,870	$2,508	$63

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Key Factors That Influence Section Officer Salaries

A Section Officer'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 Section Officer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Section Officer'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): $150,837
Early Career (1-2 years): $181,007
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $152,869
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $198,457
Expert (over 8 years): $216,865

Levels	Salary
Governmen... Level Section Officer	$150,837
Governmen... Level Section Officer	$181,007
Section O... Level Section Officer	$152,869
Governmen... Level Section Officer	$198,457
Governmen... Level Section Officer	$216,865

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How Do Section Officer 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 Section Officers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $162,906.
California: $162,288.
Massachusetts: $160,125.

District of Columbia $162,906 California $162,288 Massachusetts $160,125 Washington $159,536 New Jersey $159,477 Alaska $159,271 Connecticut $157,241 New York $156,417

Hawaii $153,783 Rhode Island $152,547 Maryland $151,709 Minnesota $150,561 Colorado $150,120 Illinois $149,973 Oregon $149,414 Delaware $149,002

New Hampshire $148,743 Virginia $148,163 Pennsylvania $146,471 Nevada $145,618 North Dakota $145,338 Michigan $144,897 Wisconsin $144,735 Vermont $144,411

Texas $143,514 Maine $143,455 Arizona $143,366 Ohio $143,263 Georgia $141,910 Indiana $141,233 Wyoming $141,101 Utah $140,895

Iowa $140,806 Kansas $140,100 Louisiana $139,894 North Carolina $139,820 Missouri $139,791 Florida $139,217 Montana $138,908 Nebraska $138,614

Kentucky $138,452 South Carolina $137,864 Tennessee $137,496 Idaho $137,349 New Mexico $136,275 Oklahoma $136,039 Alabama $135,171 South Dakota $133,714

Arkansas $132,920 West Virginia $132,493 Mississippi $131,213

Top Paying Cities for Section Officers

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: $148,331
Little Creek: $149,417
Magnolia: $149,202

Lincoln, DE $148,331 Little Creek, DE $149,417 Magnolia, DE $149,202 Milford, DE $148,707 Marydel, DE $148,952 Millsboro, DE $147,708 Millville, DE $147,936 Milton, DE $148,192

Nassau, DE $148,300 Ocean View, DE $147,911 Rehoboth Beach, DE $148,195 Seaford, DE $148,279 Selbyville, DE $147,666 Smyrna, DE $149,519 Viola, DE $148,831 Woodside, DE $149,231

Bear, DE $148,887 Newark, DE $148,831 Claymont, DE $149,135 Delaware City, DE $148,980 Hockessin, DE $148,818 Kirkwood, DE $148,952 Middletown, DE $149,009 Montchanin, DE $148,852

New Castle, DE $148,874 Odessa, DE $149,083 Port Penn, DE $149,183 Rockland, DE $148,866 Saint Georges, DE $148,962 Townsend, DE $149,191 Winterthur, DE $148,884 Lewes, DE $148,250

Wilmington, DE $148,825 Dover, DE $149,417 Dover Afb, DE $148,629 Bethany Beach, DE $147,755 Bethel, DE $147,908 Bridgeville, DE $148,257 Camden Wyoming, DE $148,996 Cheswold, DE $149,368

Clayton, DE $149,372 Dagsboro, DE $147,652 Delmar, DE $147,415 Ellendale, DE $147,863 Felton, DE $148,696 Fenwick Island, DE $147,685 Frankford, DE $147,427 Frederica, DE $148,843

Georgetown, DE $147,596 Greenwood, DE $148,281 Harbeson, DE $147,754 Harrington, DE $148,507 Hartly, DE $148,969 Houston, DE $148,295 Kenton, DE $149,380 Laurel, DE $147,508

Yorklyn, DE $148,862

Section Officer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Section Officer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 95% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Software & Networking sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Section Officer positions in Retail & Wholesale or MFG Nondurable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Section Officer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Section Officer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$223,502	$107.0	50%
Software & Networking	$216,052	$104.0	45%
MFG Durable	$208,602	$100.0	40%
Internet	$193,702	$93.0	30%
Hospitality & Leisure	$186,252	$90.0	25%

Section Officer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Section Officer'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

$130,441

Average $149,002/year

$162,426

$10,870

Average $12,417/month

$13,535

$2,508

Average $2,865/week

$3,124

$63

Average $72/hour

$78

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$162,426	$13,535	$3,124	$78
Average	$149,002	$12,417	$2,865	$72
25th Percentile	$130,441	$10,870	$2,508	$63

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