What are the main factors that influence an Acquisition Analyst'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 Acquisition Analyst?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Acquisition Analyst roles, with salaries approximately 35% above the market median.

How does experience change An Acquisition Analyst's salary?

An Acquisition Analyst's salary grows with experience: a Acquisition Analyst (2-4 years)earns $96,015, a Mergers & Acquisitions Analyst II (4-7 years)earns $115,311, a Mergers & Acquisitions Analyst III (7+ years)earns $136,272, a Mergers & Acquisitions Analyst IV (7-10 years)earns $178,627, a Mergers and Acquisitions Manager (10+ years)earns $139,495,

What are the highest paying states for an Acquisition Analyst?

Acquisition Analyst salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Acquisition Analyst roles are District of Columbia $105,669, California $105,268, Massachusetts $103,865. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Acquisition Analyst roles make?

Salaries for Acquisition Analyst level roles vary by specialization: Acquisition Program Analyst: $181,529; Acquisition Management Analyst: $142,642; Senior Acquisition Analyst: $115,163; Land Acquisition Analyst: $98,787; User Acquisition Analyst: $83,633.

Acquisition Analyst Salary in Delaware

How much does an Acquisition Analyst make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Acquisition Analyst in Delaware is $96,650 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $46.

However, an Acquisition Analyst's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $113,132
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $87,974 to $105,277
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $80,075

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Acquisition Analyst Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$105,277	$8,773	$2,025	$51
Average	$96,650	$8,054	$1,859	$46
25th Percentile	$87,974	$7,331	$1,692	$42

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Key Factors That Influence Acquisition Analyst Salaries

An Acquisition Analyst'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 Acquisition Analyst Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Acquisition Analyst'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): $96,015
Early Career (1-2 years): $115,311
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $136,272
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $178,627
Expert (over 8 years): $139,495

Levels	Salary
Acquisiti... Level Acquisition Analyst	$96,015
Mergers &... Level Acquisition Analyst	$115,311
Mergers &... Level Acquisition Analyst	$136,272
Mergers &... Level Acquisition Analyst	$178,627
Mergers a... Level Acquisition Analyst	$139,495

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How Do Acquisition Analyst 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 Acquisition Analysts. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $105,669.
California: $105,268.
Massachusetts: $103,865.

District of Columbia $105,669 California $105,268 Massachusetts $103,865 Washington $103,483 New Jersey $103,445 Alaska $103,311 Connecticut $101,994 New York $101,460

Hawaii $99,751 Rhode Island $98,950 Maryland $98,406 Minnesota $97,661 Colorado $97,375 Illinois $97,280 Oregon $96,917 Delaware $96,650

New Hampshire $96,482 Virginia $96,106 Pennsylvania $95,008 Nevada $94,455 North Dakota $94,273 Michigan $93,987 Wisconsin $93,882 Vermont $93,672

Texas $93,090 Maine $93,052 Arizona $92,994 Ohio $92,928 Georgia $92,050 Indiana $91,611 Wyoming $91,525 Utah $91,391

Iowa $91,334 Kansas $90,876 Louisiana $90,742 North Carolina $90,694 Missouri $90,675 Florida $90,303 Montana $90,103 Nebraska $89,912

Kentucky $89,807 South Carolina $89,425 Tennessee $89,186 Idaho $89,091 New Mexico $88,394 Oklahoma $88,242 Alabama $87,679 South Dakota $86,734

Arkansas $86,218 West Virginia $85,942 Mississippi $85,111

Top Paying Cities for Acquisition Analysts

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: $96,214
Little Creek: $96,919
Magnolia: $96,779

Lincoln, DE $96,214 Little Creek, DE $96,919 Magnolia, DE $96,779 Milford, DE $96,459 Marydel, DE $96,617 Millsboro, DE $95,811 Millville, DE $95,959 Milton, DE $96,125

Nassau, DE $96,194 Ocean View, DE $95,942 Rehoboth Beach, DE $96,127 Seaford, DE $96,181 Selbyville, DE $95,783 Smyrna, DE $96,986 Viola, DE $96,539 Woodside, DE $96,799

Bear, DE $96,575 Newark, DE $96,539 Claymont, DE $96,737 Delaware City, DE $96,635 Hockessin, DE $96,530 Kirkwood, DE $96,617 Middletown, DE $96,654 Montchanin, DE $96,552

New Castle, DE $96,567 Odessa, DE $96,702 Port Penn, DE $96,767 Rockland, DE $96,562 Saint Georges, DE $96,624 Townsend, DE $96,773 Winterthur, DE $96,573 Lewes, DE $96,162

Wilmington, DE $96,535 Dover, DE $96,919 Dover Afb, DE $96,408 Bethany Beach, DE $95,841 Bethel, DE $95,941 Bridgeville, DE $96,167 Camden Wyoming, DE $96,646 Cheswold, DE $96,887

Clayton, DE $96,890 Dagsboro, DE $95,774 Delmar, DE $95,621 Ellendale, DE $95,911 Felton, DE $96,451 Fenwick Island, DE $95,795 Frankford, DE $95,628 Frederica, DE $96,547

Georgetown, DE $95,738 Greenwood, DE $96,182 Harbeson, DE $95,840 Harrington, DE $96,329 Hartly, DE $96,629 Houston, DE $96,192 Kenton, DE $96,895 Laurel, DE $95,681

Yorklyn, DE $96,559

Acquisition Analyst Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Acquisition Analyst roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 70% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Healthcare sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 35% above the average. In contrast, Acquisition Analyst positions in Pharmaceuticals or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Acquisition Analyst as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Acquisition Analyst

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$130,477	$63.0	35%
Healthcare	$125,645	$60.0	30%
Financial Services	$120,812	$58.0	25%
Internet	$115,980	$56.0	20%
Energy & Utilities	$111,147	$53.0	15%

Acquisition Analyst Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Acquisition Analyst'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.

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$87,974

Average $96,650/year

$105,277

$7,331

Average $8,054/month

$8,773

$1,692

Average $1,859/week

$2,025

$42

Average $46/hour

$51

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$105,277	$8,773	$2,025	$51
Average	$96,650	$8,054	$1,859	$46
25th Percentile	$87,974	$7,331	$1,692	$42

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