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 $136,032 for beginners, reaching about $138,774 at mid-level, and approach $144,561 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 $155,538, California $154,948, Massachusetts $152,883. 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: Financial Controller: $253,600; Controller: $253,553; Business Unit Financial Controller, Sr.: $180,100; Business Unit Controller, Sr.: $180,036; Business Unit Controller - IT: $145,400.

Business Controller Salary in Delaware

How much does a Business Controller make in Delaware?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Business Controller in Delaware is $142,263 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): $167,143
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $128,439 to $155,286
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $115,852

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Business Controller Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$155,286	$12,941	$2,986	$75
Average	$142,263	$11,855	$2,736	$68
25th Percentile	$128,439	$10,703	$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): $136,032
Early Career (1-2 years): $136,665
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $138,774
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $141,305
Expert (over 8 years): $144,561

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Business Controller	$136,032
Intermediate Level Business Controller	$136,665
Senior Level Business Controller	$138,774
Specialist Level Business Controller	$141,305
Expert Level Business Controller	$144,561

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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: $155,538.
California: $154,948.
Massachusetts: $152,883.

District of Columbia $155,538 California $154,948 Massachusetts $152,883 Washington $152,321 New Jersey $152,265 Alaska $152,069 Connecticut $150,130 New York $149,343

Hawaii $146,829 Rhode Island $145,649 Maryland $144,848 Minnesota $143,752 Colorado $143,331 Illinois $143,190 Oregon $142,656 Delaware $142,263

New Hampshire $142,016 Virginia $141,462 Pennsylvania $139,847 Nevada $139,032 North Dakota $138,765 Michigan $138,344 Wisconsin $138,189 Vermont $137,880

Texas $137,023 Maine $136,967 Arizona $136,883 Ohio $136,784 Georgia $135,492 Indiana $134,846 Wyoming $134,719 Utah $134,523

Iowa $134,438 Kansas $133,764 Louisiana $133,567 North Carolina $133,497 Missouri $133,469 Florida $132,921 Montana $132,626 Nebraska $132,345

Kentucky $132,191 South Carolina $131,629 Tennessee $131,278 Idaho $131,137 New Mexico $130,112 Oklahoma $129,887 Alabama $129,058 South Dakota $127,667

Arkansas $126,909 West Virginia $126,501 Mississippi $125,279

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: $147,236
Little Creek: $145,873
Magnolia: $146,477

Lincoln, DE $147,236 Little Creek, DE $145,873 Magnolia, DE $146,477 Milford, DE $147,236 Marydel, DE $145,326 Millsboro, DE $147,236 Millville, DE $148,219 Milton, DE $147,236

Nassau, DE $147,236 Ocean View, DE $148,219 Rehoboth Beach, DE $148,219 Seaford, DE $145,691 Selbyville, DE $148,219 Smyrna, DE $145,157 Viola, DE $146,477 Woodside, DE $146,056

Bear, DE $144,089 Newark, DE $144,146 Claymont, DE $144,258 Delaware City, DE $144,146 Hockessin, DE $144,258 Kirkwood, DE $144,146 Middletown, DE $144,862 Montchanin, DE $144,258

New Castle, DE $144,258 Odessa, DE $145,059 Port Penn, DE $143,752 Rockland, DE $144,258 Saint Georges, DE $144,146 Townsend, DE $144,848 Winterthur, DE $144,258 Lewes, DE $147,236

Wilmington, DE $144,258 Dover, DE $145,803 Dover Afb, DE $146,140 Bethany Beach, DE $148,219 Bethel, DE $145,691 Bridgeville, DE $147,236 Camden Wyoming, DE $145,958 Cheswold, DE $145,466

Clayton, DE $145,101 Dagsboro, DE $148,219 Delmar, DE $145,691 Ellendale, DE $147,236 Felton, DE $147,236 Fenwick Island, DE $148,219 Frankford, DE $148,219 Frederica, DE $147,236

Georgetown, DE $147,236 Greenwood, DE $147,236 Harbeson, DE $147,236 Harrington, DE $147,236 Hartly, DE $145,031 Houston, DE $147,236 Kenton, DE $145,101 Laurel, DE $145,691

Yorklyn, DE $144,258

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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$128,439

Average $142,263/year

$155,286

$10,703

Average $11,855/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	$155,286	$12,941	$2,986	$75
Average	$142,263	$11,855	$2,736	$68
25th Percentile	$128,439	$10,703	$2,470	$62

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