What are the main factors that influence a Security Professional's salary?

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

How does experience change A Security Professional's salary?

A Security Professional's salary grows with experience: a Security Professional (0-1 years)earns $39,802, a Security Guard - Armed (3-5 years)earns $48,899, a Security Guard Team Leader (5+ years)earns $61,050,

What are the highest paying states for a Security Professional?

Security Professional salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Security Professional roles are District of Columbia $42,803, California $42,641, Massachusetts $42,073. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Security Professional roles make?

Salaries for Security Professional level roles vary by specialization: IS and Cyber Security Professional - Senior Specialist: $139,890; Systems Security Professional - Senior: $122,830; IS and Cyber Security Professional - Senior: $119,690; Systems Security Professional - Experienced: $96,040; IS and Cyber Security Professional - Intermediate: $91,853.

Security Professional Salary in Delaware

How much does a Security Professional make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Security Professional in Delaware is $39,150 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $19.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $43,005
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $36,021 to $41,168
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $33,172

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Security Professional Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$41,168	$3,431	$792	$20
Average	$39,150	$3,262	$753	$19
25th Percentile	$36,021	$3,002	$693	$17

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Key Factors That Influence Security Professional Salaries

A Security Professional'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 Security Professional 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 Security Professionals. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $42,803.
California: $42,641.
Massachusetts: $42,073.

District of Columbia $42,803 California $42,641 Massachusetts $42,073 Washington $41,918 New Jersey $41,902 Alaska $41,848 Connecticut $41,315 New York $41,098

Hawaii $40,406 Rhode Island $40,082 Maryland $39,861 Minnesota $39,560 Colorado $39,444 Illinois $39,405 Oregon $39,258 Delaware $39,150

New Hampshire $39,082 Virginia $38,930 Pennsylvania $38,485 Nevada $38,261 North Dakota $38,187 Michigan $38,071 Wisconsin $38,029 Vermont $37,944

Texas $37,708 Maine $37,693 Arizona $37,669 Ohio $37,642 Georgia $37,287 Indiana $37,109 Wyoming $37,074 Utah $37,020

Iowa $36,997 Kansas $36,811 Louisiana $36,757 North Carolina $36,738 Missouri $36,730 Florida $36,579 Montana $36,498 Nebraska $36,421

Kentucky $36,378 South Carolina $36,223 Tennessee $36,127 Idaho $36,088 New Mexico $35,806 Oklahoma $35,744 Alabama $35,516 South Dakota $35,133

Arkansas $34,925 West Virginia $34,812 Mississippi $34,476

Top Paying Cities for Security Professionals

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: $38,974
Little Creek: $39,259
Magnolia: $39,203

Lincoln, DE $38,974 Little Creek, DE $39,259 Magnolia, DE $39,203 Milford, DE $39,073 Marydel, DE $39,137 Millsboro, DE $38,810 Millville, DE $38,870 Milton, DE $38,937

Nassau, DE $38,966 Ocean View, DE $38,864 Rehoboth Beach, DE $38,938 Seaford, DE $38,960 Selbyville, DE $38,799 Smyrna, DE $39,286 Viola, DE $39,105 Woodside, DE $39,210

Bear, DE $39,120 Newark, DE $39,105 Claymont, DE $39,185 Delaware City, DE $39,144 Hockessin, DE $39,102 Kirkwood, DE $39,137 Middletown, DE $39,152 Montchanin, DE $39,111

New Castle, DE $39,116 Odessa, DE $39,171 Port Penn, DE $39,198 Rockland, DE $39,114 Saint Georges, DE $39,140 Townsend, DE $39,200 Winterthur, DE $39,119 Lewes, DE $38,952

Wilmington, DE $39,104 Dover, DE $39,259 Dover Afb, DE $39,052 Bethany Beach, DE $38,823 Bethel, DE $38,863 Bridgeville, DE $38,954 Camden Wyoming, DE $39,148 Cheswold, DE $39,246

Clayton, DE $39,247 Dagsboro, DE $38,795 Delmar, DE $38,733 Ellendale, DE $38,851 Felton, DE $39,070 Fenwick Island, DE $38,804 Frankford, DE $38,736 Frederica, DE $39,108

Georgetown, DE $38,781 Greenwood, DE $38,961 Harbeson, DE $38,822 Harrington, DE $39,020 Hartly, DE $39,141 Houston, DE $38,964 Kenton, DE $39,249 Laurel, DE $38,758

Yorklyn, DE $39,113

Security Professional Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Security Professional'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

$36,021

Average $39,150/year

$41,168

$3,002

Average $3,262/month

$3,431

$693

Average $753/week

$792

$17

Average $19/hour

$20

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$41,168	$3,431	$792	$20
Average	$39,150	$3,262	$753	$19
25th Percentile	$36,021	$3,002	$693	$17

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