What are the main factors that influence a Business Controller's salary?

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

How does experience change A Business Controller's salary?

A Business Controller's salary grows with experience: starting around $136,051 for beginners, reaching about $138,796 at mid-level, and approach $144,582 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Business Controller?

Business Controller salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Business Controller roles are District of Columbia $155,564, California $154,974, Massachusetts $152,908. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Business Controller roles make?

Salaries for Business Controller level roles vary by specialization: Corporate Controller: $302,073; Financial Controller: $253,800; Controller: $253,707; Business Unit Financial Controller, Sr.: $180,200; Business Unit Controller, Sr.: $180,105.

Business Controller Salary in Delaware

How much does a Business Controller make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Business Controller in Delaware is $142,286 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $68.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $167,134
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $128,449 to $155,292
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $115,850

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Business Controller Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$155,292	$12,941	$2,986	$75
Average	$142,286	$11,857	$2,736	$68
25th Percentile	$128,449	$10,704	$2,470	$62

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Key Factors That Influence Business Controller Salaries

A Business Controller'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 Business Controller Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Business Controller'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): $136,051
Early Career (1-2 years): $136,684
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $138,796
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $141,330
Expert (over 8 years): $144,582

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Business Controller	$136,051
Intermediate Level Business Controller	$136,684
Senior Level Business Controller	$138,796
Specialist Level Business Controller	$141,330
Expert Level Business Controller	$144,582

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How Do Business Controller 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 Business Controllers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $155,564.
California: $154,974.
Massachusetts: $152,908.

District of Columbia $155,564 California $154,974 Massachusetts $152,908 Washington $152,346 New Jersey $152,290 Alaska $152,093 Connecticut $150,154 New York $149,368

Hawaii $146,853 Rhode Island $145,672 Maryland $144,872 Minnesota $143,776 Colorado $143,354 Illinois $143,214 Oregon $142,680 Delaware $142,286

New Hampshire $142,039 Virginia $141,486 Pennsylvania $139,870 Nevada $139,055 North Dakota $138,788 Michigan $138,366 Wisconsin $138,212 Vermont $137,903

Texas $137,046 Maine $136,989 Arizona $136,905 Ohio $136,807 Georgia $135,514 Indiana $134,868 Wyoming $134,741 Utah $134,545

Iowa $134,460 Kansas $133,786 Louisiana $133,589 North Carolina $133,519 Missouri $133,491 Florida $132,943 Montana $132,648 Nebraska $132,367

Kentucky $132,212 South Carolina $131,650 Tennessee $131,299 Idaho $131,159 New Mexico $130,133 Oklahoma $129,908 Alabama $129,079 South Dakota $127,688

Arkansas $126,930 West Virginia $126,522 Mississippi $125,300

Top Paying Cities for Business Controllers

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: $141,646
Little Creek: $142,683
Magnolia: $142,477

Lincoln, DE $141,646 Little Creek, DE $142,683 Magnolia, DE $142,477 Milford, DE $142,005 Marydel, DE $142,239 Millsboro, DE $141,051 Millville, DE $141,269 Milton, DE $141,514

Nassau, DE $141,616 Ocean View, DE $141,245 Rehoboth Beach, DE $141,516 Seaford, DE $141,597 Selbyville, DE $141,011 Smyrna, DE $142,781 Viola, DE $142,123 Woodside, DE $142,506

Bear, DE $142,177 Newark, DE $142,123 Claymont, DE $142,414 Delaware City, DE $142,265 Hockessin, DE $142,111 Kirkwood, DE $142,239 Middletown, DE $142,293 Montchanin, DE $142,143

New Castle, DE $142,164 Odessa, DE $142,364 Port Penn, DE $142,459 Rockland, DE $142,157 Saint Georges, DE $142,248 Townsend, DE $142,468 Winterthur, DE $142,174 Lewes, DE $141,568

Wilmington, DE $142,118 Dover, DE $142,683 Dover Afb, DE $141,931 Bethany Beach, DE $141,096 Bethel, DE $141,242 Bridgeville, DE $141,575 Camden Wyoming, DE $142,281 Cheswold, DE $142,636

Clayton, DE $142,640 Dagsboro, DE $140,998 Delmar, DE $140,772 Ellendale, DE $141,199 Felton, DE $141,994 Fenwick Island, DE $141,029 Frankford, DE $140,783 Frederica, DE $142,135

Georgetown, DE $140,945 Greenwood, DE $141,598 Harbeson, DE $141,095 Harrington, DE $141,814 Hartly, DE $142,255 Houston, DE $141,612 Kenton, DE $142,647 Laurel, DE $140,860

Yorklyn, DE $142,153

Business Controller Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Business Controller'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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$128,449

Average $142,286/year

$155,292

$10,704

Average $11,857/month

$12,941

$2,470

Average $2,736/week

$2,986

$62

Average $68/hour

$75

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$155,292	$12,941	$2,986	$75
Average	$142,286	$11,857	$2,736	$68
25th Percentile	$128,449	$10,704	$2,470	$62

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