What are the main factors that influence a Communications 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 Communications Analyst?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Communications Analyst roles, with salaries approximately 22% above the market median.

How does experience change A Communications Analyst's salary?

A Communications Analyst's salary grows with experience: a Marketing Communications Specialist I (0-2 years)earns $58,029, a Communications Analyst (2-4 years)earns $72,611, a Marketing Communications Specialist III (4-7 years)earns $87,189, a Marketing Communications Specialist IV (7+ years)earns $113,469, a Marketing Communications Specialist V (7-10 years)earns $152,030,

What are the highest paying states for a Communications Analyst?

Communications Analyst salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Communications Analyst roles are District of Columbia $79,972, California $79,668, Massachusetts $78,606. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Communications Analyst roles make?

Salaries for Communications Analyst level roles vary by specialization: Specialist Voice Communications Analyst: $126,900; Voice Communications Analyst IV: $126,882; Unified Communications Analyst: $107,032; Senior Voice Communications Analyst: $105,400; Voice Communications Analyst III: $105,349.

Communications Analyst Salary in Delaware

How much does a Communications Analyst make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Communications Analyst in Delaware is $73,146 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $35.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $87,045
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $65,198 to $80,421
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $57,962

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Communications Analyst Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$80,421	$6,702	$1,547	$39
Average	$73,146	$6,095	$1,407	$35
25th Percentile	$65,198	$5,433	$1,254	$31

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Key Factors That Influence Communications Analyst Salaries

A Communications 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 Communications Analyst Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Communications 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): $58,029
Early Career (1-2 years): $72,611
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $87,189
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $113,469
Expert (over 8 years): $152,030

Levels	Salary
Marketing... Level Communications Analyst	$58,029
Communica... Level Communications Analyst	$72,611
Marketing... Level Communications Analyst	$87,189
Marketing... Level Communications Analyst	$113,469
Marketing... Level Communications Analyst	$152,030

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

District of Columbia: $79,972.
California: $79,668.
Massachusetts: $78,606.

District of Columbia $79,972 California $79,668 Massachusetts $78,606 Washington $78,317 New Jersey $78,289 Alaska $78,187 Connecticut $77,191 New York $76,786

Hawaii $75,493 Rhode Island $74,887 Maryland $74,475 Minnesota $73,912 Colorado $73,695 Illinois $73,623 Oregon $73,348 Delaware $73,146

New Hampshire $73,019 Virginia $72,734 Pennsylvania $71,904 Nevada $71,485 North Dakota $71,347 Michigan $71,131 Wisconsin $71,051 Vermont $70,892

Texas $70,452 Maine $70,423 Arizona $70,380 Ohio $70,329 Georgia $69,664 Indiana $69,332 Wyoming $69,267 Utah $69,166

Iowa $69,123 Kansas $68,776 Louisiana $68,675 North Carolina $68,639 Missouri $68,624 Florida $68,343 Montana $68,191 Nebraska $68,047

Kentucky $67,967 South Carolina $67,678 Tennessee $67,498 Idaho $67,425 New Mexico $66,898 Oklahoma $66,783 Alabama $66,356 South Dakota $65,641

Arkansas $65,251 West Virginia $65,042 Mississippi $64,413

Top Paying Cities for Communications 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: $72,817
Little Creek: $73,350
Magnolia: $73,244

Lincoln, DE $72,817 Little Creek, DE $73,350 Magnolia, DE $73,244 Milford, DE $73,001 Marydel, DE $73,121 Millsboro, DE $72,511 Millville, DE $72,623 Milton, DE $72,749

Nassau, DE $72,801 Ocean View, DE $72,611 Rehoboth Beach, DE $72,750 Seaford, DE $72,791 Selbyville, DE $72,490 Smyrna, DE $73,400 Viola, DE $73,062 Woodside, DE $73,259

Bear, DE $73,090 Newark, DE $73,062 Claymont, DE $73,212 Delaware City, DE $73,135 Hockessin, DE $73,056 Kirkwood, DE $73,121 Middletown, DE $73,150 Montchanin, DE $73,072

New Castle, DE $73,083 Odessa, DE $73,186 Port Penn, DE $73,235 Rockland, DE $73,079 Saint Georges, DE $73,126 Townsend, DE $73,239 Winterthur, DE $73,088 Lewes, DE $72,777

Wilmington, DE $73,059 Dover, DE $73,350 Dover Afb, DE $72,963 Bethany Beach, DE $72,534 Bethel, DE $72,609 Bridgeville, DE $72,780 Camden Wyoming, DE $73,143 Cheswold, DE $73,326

Clayton, DE $73,328 Dagsboro, DE $72,484 Delmar, DE $72,367 Ellendale, DE $72,587 Felton, DE $72,996 Fenwick Island, DE $72,499 Frankford, DE $72,373 Frederica, DE $73,068

Georgetown, DE $72,456 Greenwood, DE $72,792 Harbeson, DE $72,533 Harrington, DE $72,903 Hartly, DE $73,130 Houston, DE $72,799 Kenton, DE $73,332 Laurel, DE $72,413

Yorklyn, DE $73,077

Communications Analyst Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Communications Analyst roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 45% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 22% above the average. In contrast, Communications Analyst positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Communications Analyst as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Communications Analyst

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$89,238	$43.0	22%
Energy & Utilities	$84,118	$40.0	15%
Internet	$84,118	$40.0	15%
Biotechnology	$80,460	$39.0	10%
Financial Services	$80,460	$39.0	10%

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

Understanding how a Communications 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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$65,198

Average $73,146/year

$80,421

$5,433

Average $6,095/month

$6,702

$1,254

Average $1,407/week

$1,547

$31

Average $35/hour

$39

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$80,421	$6,702	$1,547	$39
Average	$73,146	$6,095	$1,407	$35
25th Percentile	$65,198	$5,433	$1,254	$31

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