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

A Compensation Analyst's salary grows with experience: a Compensation Analyst I (0-2 years)earns $66,905, a Compensation Analyst (2-4 years)earns $79,921, a Compensation Analyst III (4-7 years)earns $104,834, a Compensation Analyst IV (7+ years)earns $127,248, a Compensation Supervisor (7+ years)earns $122,078,

What are the highest paying states for a Compensation Analyst?

Compensation Analyst salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Compensation Analyst roles are District of Columbia $87,887, California $87,554, Massachusetts $86,387. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Compensation Analyst roles make?

Salaries for Compensation Analyst level roles vary by specialization: Principal Compensation Analyst: $126,110; Compensation Analyst IV: $126,106; Executive Compensation Analyst III: $112,755; Compensation Analyst III: $103,893; Senior Compensation Analyst: $103,890.

Compensation Analyst Salary in Delaware

How much does a Compensation Analyst make in Delaware?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for a Compensation Analyst in Delaware is $80,386 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $92,468
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $72,279 to $86,710
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $64,897

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Compensation Analyst Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$86,710	$7,226	$1,668	$42
Average	$80,386	$6,699	$1,546	$39
25th Percentile	$72,279	$6,023	$1,390	$35

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Key Factors That Influence Compensation Analyst Salaries

A Compensation 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 Compensation Analyst Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Compensation 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): $66,905
Early Career (1-2 years): $79,921
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $104,834
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $127,248
Expert (over 8 years): $122,078

Levels	Salary
Compensat... Level Compensation Analyst	$66,905
Compensat... Level Compensation Analyst	$79,921
Compensat... Level Compensation Analyst	$104,834
Compensat... Level Compensation Analyst	$127,248
Compensat... Level Compensation Analyst	$122,078

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

District of Columbia: $87,887.
California: $87,554.
Massachusetts: $86,387.

District of Columbia $87,887 California $87,554 Massachusetts $86,387 Washington $86,070 New Jersey $86,038 Alaska $85,927 Connecticut $84,831 New York $84,387

Hawaii $82,966 Rhode Island $82,299 Maryland $81,847 Minnesota $81,228 Colorado $80,989 Illinois $80,910 Oregon $80,608 Delaware $80,386

New Hampshire $80,246 Virginia $79,934 Pennsylvania $79,021 Nevada $78,560 North Dakota $78,410 Michigan $78,171 Wisconsin $78,084 Vermont $77,910

Texas $77,425 Maine $77,394 Arizona $77,346 Ohio $77,290 Georgia $76,560 Indiana $76,195 Wyoming $76,124 Utah $76,012

Iowa $75,965 Kansas $75,584 Louisiana $75,473 North Carolina $75,433 Missouri $75,417 Florida $75,107 Montana $74,941 Nebraska $74,782

Kentucky $74,695 South Carolina $74,377 Tennessee $74,179 Idaho $74,099 New Mexico $73,520 Oklahoma $73,393 Alabama $72,925 South Dakota $72,139

Arkansas $71,710 West Virginia $71,480 Mississippi $70,789

Top Paying Cities for Compensation 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: $83,196
Little Creek: $82,426
Magnolia: $82,767

Lincoln, DE $83,196 Little Creek, DE $82,426 Magnolia, DE $82,767 Milford, DE $83,196 Marydel, DE $82,117 Millsboro, DE $83,196 Millville, DE $83,752 Milton, DE $83,196

Nassau, DE $83,196 Ocean View, DE $83,752 Rehoboth Beach, DE $83,752 Seaford, DE $82,323 Selbyville, DE $83,752 Smyrna, DE $82,021 Viola, DE $82,767 Woodside, DE $82,529

Bear, DE $81,418 Newark, DE $81,450 Claymont, DE $81,513 Delaware City, DE $81,450 Hockessin, DE $81,513 Kirkwood, DE $81,450 Middletown, DE $81,855 Montchanin, DE $81,513

New Castle, DE $81,513 Odessa, DE $81,966 Port Penn, DE $81,228 Rockland, DE $81,513 Saint Georges, DE $81,450 Townsend, DE $81,847 Winterthur, DE $81,513 Lewes, DE $83,196

Wilmington, DE $81,513 Dover, DE $82,386 Dover Afb, DE $82,577 Bethany Beach, DE $83,752 Bethel, DE $82,323 Bridgeville, DE $83,196 Camden Wyoming, DE $82,474 Cheswold, DE $82,196

Clayton, DE $81,990 Dagsboro, DE $83,752 Delmar, DE $82,323 Ellendale, DE $83,196 Felton, DE $83,196 Fenwick Island, DE $83,752 Frankford, DE $83,752 Frederica, DE $83,196

Georgetown, DE $83,196 Greenwood, DE $83,196 Harbeson, DE $83,196 Harrington, DE $83,196 Hartly, DE $81,950 Houston, DE $83,196 Kenton, DE $81,990 Laurel, DE $82,323

Yorklyn, DE $81,513

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

Understanding how a Compensation 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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$72,279

Average $80,386/year

$86,710

$6,023

Average $6,699/month

$7,226

$1,390

Average $1,546/week

$1,668

$35

Average $39/hour

$42

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$86,710	$7,226	$1,668	$42
Average	$80,386	$6,699	$1,546	$39
25th Percentile	$72,279	$6,023	$1,390	$35

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