What are the main factors that influence a State Attorney's salary?

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

How does experience change A State Attorney's salary?

A State Attorney's salary grows with experience: a Biologist I (0-2 years)earns $57,789, a Biologist II (2-4 years)earns $66,746, a Biologist III (4-7 years)earns $83,344, a State Attorney (7+ years)earns $120,617, a Biologist V (7-10 years)earns $136,847,

What are the highest paying states for a State Attorney?

State Attorney salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for State Attorney roles are District of Columbia $128,945, California $128,455, Massachusetts $126,743. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of State Attorney roles make?

Salaries for State Attorney level roles vary by specialization: Attorney VI: $292,799; Attorney V: $253,179; Attorney IV: $213,433; Attorney, Senior - Taxes: $212,500; Managing Attorney: $194,279.

State Attorney Salary in Delaware

How much does a State Attorney make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a State Attorney in Delaware is $117,939 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $57.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $140,478
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $105,085 to $129,737
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $93,382

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State Attorney Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$129,737	$10,811	$2,495	$62
Average	$117,939	$9,828	$2,268	$57
25th Percentile	$105,085	$8,757	$2,021	$51

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Key Factors That Influence State Attorney Salaries

A State Attorney'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 State Attorney Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a State Attorney'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): $57,789
Early Career (1-2 years): $66,746
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $83,344
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $120,617
Expert (over 8 years): $136,847

Levels	Salary
Biologist... Level State Attorney	$57,789
Biologist... Level State Attorney	$66,746
Biologist... Level State Attorney	$83,344
State Att... Level State Attorney	$120,617
Biologist... Level State Attorney	$136,847

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How Do State Attorney 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 State Attorneys. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $128,945.
California: $128,455.
Massachusetts: $126,743.

District of Columbia $128,945 California $128,455 Massachusetts $126,743 Washington $126,278 New Jersey $126,231 Alaska $126,068 Connecticut $124,461 New York $123,809

Hawaii $121,724 Rhode Island $120,746 Maryland $120,082 Minnesota $119,174 Colorado $118,824 Illinois $118,708 Oregon $118,265 Delaware $117,939

New Hampshire $117,734 Virginia $117,275 Pennsylvania $115,936 Nevada $115,260 North Dakota $115,039 Michigan $114,690 Wisconsin $114,562 Vermont $114,305

Texas $113,595 Maine $113,549 Arizona $113,479 Ohio $113,397 Georgia $112,326 Indiana $111,790 Wyoming $111,685 Utah $111,522

Iowa $111,452 Kansas $110,893 Louisiana $110,730 North Carolina $110,672 Missouri $110,649 Florida $110,194 Montana $109,950 Nebraska $109,717

Kentucky $109,589 South Carolina $109,123 Tennessee $108,832 Idaho $108,715 New Mexico $107,865 Oklahoma $107,679 Alabama $106,992 South Dakota $105,839

Arkansas $105,210 West Virginia $104,872 Mississippi $103,859

Top Paying Cities for State Attorneys

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: $122,062
Little Creek: $120,932
Magnolia: $121,433

Lincoln, DE $122,062 Little Creek, DE $120,932 Magnolia, DE $121,433 Milford, DE $122,062 Marydel, DE $120,478 Millsboro, DE $122,062 Millville, DE $122,877 Milton, DE $122,062

Nassau, DE $122,062 Ocean View, DE $122,877 Rehoboth Beach, DE $122,877 Seaford, DE $120,781 Selbyville, DE $122,877 Smyrna, DE $120,338 Viola, DE $121,433 Woodside, DE $121,083

Bear, DE $119,453 Newark, DE $119,500 Claymont, DE $119,593 Delaware City, DE $119,500 Hockessin, DE $119,593 Kirkwood, DE $119,500 Middletown, DE $120,094 Montchanin, DE $119,593

New Castle, DE $119,593 Odessa, DE $120,257 Port Penn, DE $119,174 Rockland, DE $119,593 Saint Georges, DE $119,500 Townsend, DE $120,082 Winterthur, DE $119,593 Lewes, DE $122,062

Wilmington, DE $119,593 Dover, DE $120,874 Dover Afb, DE $121,153 Bethany Beach, DE $122,877 Bethel, DE $120,781 Bridgeville, DE $122,062 Camden Wyoming, DE $121,002 Cheswold, DE $120,594

Clayton, DE $120,292 Dagsboro, DE $122,877 Delmar, DE $120,781 Ellendale, DE $122,062 Felton, DE $122,062 Fenwick Island, DE $122,877 Frankford, DE $122,877 Frederica, DE $122,062

Georgetown, DE $122,062 Greenwood, DE $122,062 Harbeson, DE $122,062 Harrington, DE $122,062 Hartly, DE $120,233 Houston, DE $122,062 Kenton, DE $120,292 Laurel, DE $120,781

Yorklyn, DE $119,593

State Attorney Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a State Attorney'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 January 01, 2026

$105,085

Average $117,939/year

$129,737

$8,757

Average $9,828/month

$10,811

$2,021

Average $2,268/week

$2,495

$51

Average $57/hour

$62

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$129,737	$10,811	$2,495	$62
Average	$117,939	$9,828	$2,268	$57
25th Percentile	$105,085	$8,757	$2,021	$51

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