What are the main factors that influence an Audit 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 Audit Analyst?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Audit Analyst roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change An Audit Analyst's salary?

An Audit Analyst's salary grows with experience: an Internal Auditor I (0-2 years)earns $69,449, an Internal Auditor II (2-4 years)earns $80,389, an Audit Analyst (4-7 years)earns $91,735, an Internal Auditor IV (7+ years)earns $113,934, an Internal Auditor V (7-10 years)earns $143,331,

What are the highest paying states for an Audit Analyst?

Audit Analyst salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Audit Analyst roles are District of Columbia $100,836, California $100,454, Massachusetts $99,115. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Audit Analyst roles make?

Salaries for Audit Analyst level roles vary by specialization: Audit Partner: $259,165; Audit Director: $213,300; Audit Manager: $125,310; Internal Audit Data Analyst: $102,779; Internal Audit Analyst: $78,769.

Audit Analyst Salary in Delaware

How much does an Audit Analyst make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Audit Analyst in Delaware is $92,230 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $44.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $105,078
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $85,326 to $98,955
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $79,040

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Audit Analyst Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$98,955	$8,246	$1,903	$48
Average	$92,230	$7,686	$1,774	$44
25th Percentile	$85,326	$7,111	$1,641	$41

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Key Factors That Influence Audit Analyst Salaries

An Audit 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 Audit Analyst Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Audit 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): $69,449
Early Career (1-2 years): $80,389
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $91,735
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $113,934
Expert (over 8 years): $143,331

Levels	Salary
Internal ... Level Audit Analyst	$69,449
Internal ... Level Audit Analyst	$80,389
Audit Ana... Level Audit Analyst	$91,735
Internal ... Level Audit Analyst	$113,934
Internal ... Level Audit Analyst	$143,331

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

District of Columbia: $100,836.
California: $100,454.
Massachusetts: $99,115.

District of Columbia $100,836 California $100,454 Massachusetts $99,115 Washington $98,751 New Jersey $98,714 Alaska $98,587 Connecticut $97,330 New York $96,820

Hawaii $95,190 Rhode Island $94,425 Maryland $93,906 Minnesota $93,195 Colorado $92,922 Illinois $92,831 Oregon $92,485 Delaware $92,230

New Hampshire $92,070 Virginia $91,711 Pennsylvania $90,663 Nevada $90,135 North Dakota $89,962 Michigan $89,689 Wisconsin $89,589 Vermont $89,388

Texas $88,833 Maine $88,796 Arizona $88,742 Ohio $88,678 Georgia $87,840 Indiana $87,421 Wyoming $87,339 Utah $87,212

Iowa $87,157 Kansas $86,720 Louisiana $86,592 North Carolina $86,547 Missouri $86,529 Florida $86,174 Montana $85,982 Nebraska $85,800

Kentucky $85,700 South Carolina $85,336 Tennessee $85,108 Idaho $85,017 New Mexico $84,352 Oklahoma $84,206 Alabama $83,669 South Dakota $82,767

Arkansas $82,276 West Virginia $82,012 Mississippi $81,219

Top Paying Cities for Audit 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: $91,815
Little Creek: $92,487
Magnolia: $92,354

Lincoln, DE $91,815 Little Creek, DE $92,487 Magnolia, DE $92,354 Milford, DE $92,048 Marydel, DE $92,199 Millsboro, DE $91,429 Millville, DE $91,571 Milton, DE $91,729

Nassau, DE $91,796 Ocean View, DE $91,555 Rehoboth Beach, DE $91,731 Seaford, DE $91,783 Selbyville, DE $91,403 Smyrna, DE $92,551 Viola, DE $92,124 Woodside, DE $92,372

Bear, DE $92,159 Newark, DE $92,124 Claymont, DE $92,313 Delaware City, DE $92,216 Hockessin, DE $92,116 Kirkwood, DE $92,199 Middletown, DE $92,234 Montchanin, DE $92,137

New Castle, DE $92,151 Odessa, DE $92,280 Port Penn, DE $92,342 Rockland, DE $92,146 Saint Georges, DE $92,205 Townsend, DE $92,347 Winterthur, DE $92,157 Lewes, DE $91,765

Wilmington, DE $92,121 Dover, DE $92,487 Dover Afb, DE $92,000 Bethany Beach, DE $91,459 Bethel, DE $91,553 Bridgeville, DE $91,769 Camden Wyoming, DE $92,226 Cheswold, DE $92,457

Clayton, DE $92,459 Dagsboro, DE $91,395 Delmar, DE $91,248 Ellendale, DE $91,525 Felton, DE $92,040 Fenwick Island, DE $91,415 Frankford, DE $91,255 Frederica, DE $92,132

Georgetown, DE $91,360 Greenwood, DE $91,784 Harbeson, DE $91,458 Harrington, DE $91,924 Hartly, DE $92,210 Houston, DE $91,793 Kenton, DE $92,464 Laurel, DE $91,306

Yorklyn, DE $92,143

Audit Analyst Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Audit Analyst roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Audit Analyst positions in Aerospace & Defense or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Audit Analyst as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Audit Analyst

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$119,899	$58.0	30%

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

Understanding how an Audit 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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$85,326

Average $92,230/year

$98,955

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Average $7,686/month

$8,246

$1,641

Average $1,774/week

$1,903

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$98,955	$8,246	$1,903	$48
Average	$92,230	$7,686	$1,774	$44
25th Percentile	$85,326	$7,111	$1,641	$41

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