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

What industry pays the highest salary for Security Professional?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Security Professional roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

How does experience change A Security Professional's salary?

A Security Professional's salary grows with experience: a Security Professional (0-1 years)earns $39,798, a Security Guard - Armed (3-5 years)earns $48,930, a Security Guard Team Leader (5+ years)earns $61,096,

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 $42,797, California $42,635, Massachusetts $42,067. 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: $91,833.

Security Professional Salary in Delaware

How much does a Security Professional make in Delaware?

As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for a Security Professional in Delaware is $39,145 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): $42,989
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $36,010 to $41,157
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $33,156

10% $33,156

50% (Median) $39,145

90% $42,989

Security Professional Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$41,157	$3,430	$791	$20
Average	$39,145	$3,262	$753	$19
25th Percentile	$36,010	$3,001	$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 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: $42,797.
California: $42,635.
Massachusetts: $42,067.

District of Columbia $42,797 California $42,635 Massachusetts $42,067 Washington $41,912 New Jersey $41,897 Alaska $41,843 Connecticut $41,309 New York $41,093

Hawaii $40,401 Rhode Island $40,076 Maryland $39,856 Minnesota $39,554 Colorado $39,438 Illinois $39,400 Oregon $39,253 Delaware $39,145

New Hampshire $39,077 Virginia $38,924 Pennsylvania $38,480 Nevada $38,256 North Dakota $38,182 Michigan $38,066 Wisconsin $38,024 Vermont $37,939

Texas $37,703 Maine $37,687 Arizona $37,664 Ohio $37,637 Georgia $37,282 Indiana $37,104 Wyoming $37,069 Utah $37,015

Iowa $36,992 Kansas $36,806 Louisiana $36,752 North Carolina $36,733 Missouri $36,725 Florida $36,574 Montana $36,493 Nebraska $36,416

Kentucky $36,373 South Carolina $36,219 Tennessee $36,122 Idaho $36,083 New Mexico $35,801 Oklahoma $35,739 Alabama $35,511 South Dakota $35,129

Arkansas $34,920 West Virginia $34,808 Mississippi $34,471

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: $38,968
Little Creek: $39,254
Magnolia: $39,197

Lincoln, DE $38,968 Little Creek, DE $39,254 Magnolia, DE $39,197 Milford, DE $39,067 Marydel, DE $39,132 Millsboro, DE $38,805 Millville, DE $38,865 Milton, DE $38,932

Nassau, DE $38,960 Ocean View, DE $38,858 Rehoboth Beach, DE $38,933 Seaford, DE $38,955 Selbyville, DE $38,794 Smyrna, DE $39,281 Viola, DE $39,100 Woodside, DE $39,205

Bear, DE $39,115 Newark, DE $39,100 Claymont, DE $39,180 Delaware City, DE $39,139 Hockessin, DE $39,096 Kirkwood, DE $39,132 Middletown, DE $39,147 Montchanin, DE $39,105

New Castle, DE $39,111 Odessa, DE $39,166 Port Penn, DE $39,192 Rockland, DE $39,109 Saint Georges, DE $39,134 Townsend, DE $39,195 Winterthur, DE $39,114 Lewes, DE $38,947

Wilmington, DE $39,098 Dover, DE $39,254 Dover Afb, DE $39,047 Bethany Beach, DE $38,817 Bethel, DE $38,858 Bridgeville, DE $38,949 Camden Wyoming, DE $39,143 Cheswold, DE $39,241

Clayton, DE $39,242 Dagsboro, DE $38,790 Delmar, DE $38,728 Ellendale, DE $38,846 Felton, DE $39,064 Fenwick Island, DE $38,799 Frankford, DE $38,731 Frederica, DE $39,103

Georgetown, DE $38,776 Greenwood, DE $38,955 Harbeson, DE $38,817 Harrington, DE $39,015 Hartly, DE $39,136 Houston, DE $38,959 Kenton, DE $39,244 Laurel, DE $38,752

Yorklyn, DE $39,108

Security Professional Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Security Professional roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 90% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Security Professional positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Security Professional as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Security Professional

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$54,803	$26.0	40%
Biotechnology	$50,888	$24.0	30%
Financial Services	$48,931	$24.0	25%
Aerospace & Defense	$46,974	$23.0	20%
Software & Networking	$46,974	$23.0	20%

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.

$36,010

Average $39,145/year

$41,157

$3,001

Average $3,262/month

$3,430

$693

Average $753/week

$791

$17

Average $19/hour

$20

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$41,157	$3,430	$791	$20
Average	$39,145	$3,262	$753	$19
25th Percentile	$36,010	$3,001	$693	$17

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Security Professional Salary in Delaware

How much does a Security Professional make in Delaware?

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The top paying industries for a Security Professional

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