What are the main factors that influence a Category Analyst's salary?

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

How does experience change A Category Analyst's salary?

A Category Analyst's salary grows with experience: a Category Management Analyst I (0-2 years)earns $68,782, a Category Analyst (2-4 years)earns $84,714, a Category Management Analyst III (4-7 years)earns $99,466, a Category Management Analyst IV (7+ years)earns $132,154, a Category Management Analyst V (7-10 years)earns $168,229,

What are the highest paying states for a Category Analyst?

Category Analyst salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Category Analyst roles are District of Columbia $93,007, California $92,654, Massachusetts $91,419. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Category Analyst roles make?

Salaries for Category Analyst level roles vary by specialization: Category Analyst V: $164,800; Category Analyst IV: $129,390; Category Analyst III: $97,400; Category Research and Metrics Analyst II: $83,000; Category Analyst II: $82,990.

Category Analyst Salary in Delaware

How much does a Category Analyst make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Category Analyst in Delaware is $85,069 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $41.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $94,296
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $79,648 to $89,898
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $74,713

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$89,898	$7,492	$1,729	$43
Average	$85,069	$7,089	$1,636	$41
25th Percentile	$79,648	$6,637	$1,532	$38

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Key Factors That Influence Category Analyst Salaries

A Category 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 Category Analyst Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Category 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): $68,782
Early Career (1-2 years): $84,714
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $99,466
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $132,154
Expert (over 8 years): $168,229

Levels	Salary
Category ... Level Category Analyst	$68,782
Category ... Level Category Analyst	$84,714
Category ... Level Category Analyst	$99,466
Category ... Level Category Analyst	$132,154
Category ... Level Category Analyst	$168,229

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

District of Columbia: $93,007.
California: $92,654.
Massachusetts: $91,419.

District of Columbia $93,007 California $92,654 Massachusetts $91,419 Washington $91,083 New Jersey $91,050 Alaska $90,932 Connecticut $89,773 New York $89,302

Hawaii $87,799 Rhode Island $87,093 Maryland $86,614 Minnesota $85,959 Colorado $85,707 Illinois $85,623 Oregon $85,304 Delaware $85,069

New Hampshire $84,921 Virginia $84,590 Pennsylvania $83,624 Nevada $83,137 North Dakota $82,977 Michigan $82,725 Wisconsin $82,633 Vermont $82,448

Texas $81,935 Maine $81,902 Arizona $81,851 Ohio $81,793 Georgia $81,020 Indiana $80,633 Wyoming $80,558 Utah $80,440

Iowa $80,390 Kansas $79,987 Louisiana $79,869 North Carolina $79,827 Missouri $79,810 Florida $79,483 Montana $79,306 Nebraska $79,138

Kentucky $79,046 South Carolina $78,710 Tennessee $78,500 Idaho $78,416 New Mexico $77,803 Oklahoma $77,668 Alabama $77,173 South Dakota $76,341

Arkansas $75,887 West Virginia $75,644 Mississippi $74,913

Top Paying Cities for Category 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: $84,686
Little Creek: $85,306
Magnolia: $85,183

Lincoln, DE $84,686 Little Creek, DE $85,306 Magnolia, DE $85,183 Milford, DE $84,901 Marydel, DE $85,040 Millsboro, DE $84,330 Millville, DE $84,461 Milton, DE $84,607

Nassau, DE $84,668 Ocean View, DE $84,446 Rehoboth Beach, DE $84,608 Seaford, DE $84,656 Selbyville, DE $84,306 Smyrna, DE $85,364 Viola, DE $84,971 Woodside, DE $85,200

Bear, DE $85,003 Newark, DE $84,971 Claymont, DE $85,145 Delaware City, DE $85,056 Hockessin, DE $84,964 Kirkwood, DE $85,040 Middletown, DE $85,073 Montchanin, DE $84,983

New Castle, DE $84,996 Odessa, DE $85,115 Port Penn, DE $85,172 Rockland, DE $84,991 Saint Georges, DE $85,046 Townsend, DE $85,177 Winterthur, DE $85,002 Lewes, DE $84,639

Wilmington, DE $84,968 Dover, DE $85,306 Dover Afb, DE $84,856 Bethany Beach, DE $84,357 Bethel, DE $84,445 Bridgeville, DE $84,644 Camden Wyoming, DE $85,065 Cheswold, DE $85,278

Clayton, DE $85,280 Dagsboro, DE $84,298 Delmar, DE $84,163 Ellendale, DE $84,419 Felton, DE $84,894 Fenwick Island, DE $84,317 Frankford, DE $84,170 Frederica, DE $84,978

Georgetown, DE $84,267 Greenwood, DE $84,657 Harbeson, DE $84,356 Harrington, DE $84,786 Hartly, DE $85,050 Houston, DE $84,666 Kenton, DE $85,285 Laurel, DE $84,216

Yorklyn, DE $84,989

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

Understanding how a Category 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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$79,648

Average $85,069/year

$89,898

$6,637

Average $7,089/month

$7,492

$1,532

Average $1,636/week

$1,729

$38

Average $41/hour

$43

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$89,898	$7,492	$1,729	$43
Average	$85,069	$7,089	$1,636	$41
25th Percentile	$79,648	$6,637	$1,532	$38

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