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

A Finance Controller's salary grows with experience: starting around $244,345 for beginners, reaching about $248,188 at mid-level, and approach $257,948 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Finance Controller?

Finance Controller salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Finance Controller roles are District of Columbia $279,430, California $278,370, Massachusetts $274,660. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Finance Controller roles make?

Salaries for Finance Controller level roles vary by specialization: Financial Controller: $253,400; Controller: $253,381; Project Finance Controller: $248,300; Deputy Controller: $163,100; Assistant Financial Controller: $163,020.

Finance Controller Salary in Delaware

How much does a Finance Controller make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Finance Controller in Delaware is $255,580 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $123.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $317,106
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $235,183 to $287,785
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $216,613

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Finance Controller Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$287,785	$23,982	$5,534	$138
Average	$255,580	$21,298	$4,915	$123
25th Percentile	$235,183	$19,599	$4,523	$113

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Key Factors That Influence Finance Controller Salaries

A Finance 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 Finance Controller Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Finance 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): $244,345
Early Career (1-2 years): $245,823
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $248,188
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $251,143
Expert (over 8 years): $257,948

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Finance Controller	$244,345
Intermediate Level Finance Controller	$245,823
Senior Level Finance Controller	$248,188
Specialist Level Finance Controller	$251,143
Expert Level Finance Controller	$257,948

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

District of Columbia: $279,430.
California: $278,370.
Massachusetts: $274,660.

District of Columbia $279,430 California $278,370 Massachusetts $274,660 Washington $273,650 New Jersey $273,549 Alaska $273,196 Connecticut $269,713 New York $268,300

Hawaii $263,782 Rhode Island $261,662 Maryland $260,224 Minnesota $258,255 Colorado $257,498 Illinois $257,246 Oregon $256,287 Delaware $255,580

New Hampshire $255,136 Virginia $254,142 Pennsylvania $251,239 Nevada $249,776 North Dakota $249,296 Michigan $248,539 Wisconsin $248,261 Vermont $247,706

Texas $246,167 Maine $246,066 Arizona $245,914 Ohio $245,738 Georgia $243,416 Indiana $242,255 Wyoming $242,028 Utah $241,674

Iowa $241,523 Kansas $240,311 Louisiana $239,958 North Carolina $239,832 Missouri $239,781 Florida $238,797 Montana $238,267 Nebraska $237,762

Kentucky $237,485 South Carolina $236,475 Tennessee $235,844 Idaho $235,592 New Mexico $233,750 Oklahoma $233,346 Alabama $231,857 South Dakota $229,358

Arkansas $227,996 West Virginia $227,264 Mississippi $225,068

Top Paying Cities for Finance 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: $264,514
Little Creek: $262,066
Magnolia: $263,151

Lincoln, DE $264,514 Little Creek, DE $262,066 Magnolia, DE $263,151 Milford, DE $264,514 Marydel, DE $261,082 Millsboro, DE $264,514 Millville, DE $266,281 Milton, DE $264,514

Nassau, DE $264,514 Ocean View, DE $266,281 Rehoboth Beach, DE $266,281 Seaford, DE $261,738 Selbyville, DE $266,281 Smyrna, DE $260,779 Viola, DE $263,151 Woodside, DE $262,394

Bear, DE $258,861 Newark, DE $258,962 Claymont, DE $259,164 Delaware City, DE $258,962 Hockessin, DE $259,164 Kirkwood, DE $258,962 Middletown, DE $260,249 Montchanin, DE $259,164

New Castle, DE $259,164 Odessa, DE $260,602 Port Penn, DE $258,255 Rockland, DE $259,164 Saint Georges, DE $258,962 Townsend, DE $260,224 Winterthur, DE $259,164 Lewes, DE $264,514

Wilmington, DE $259,164 Dover, DE $261,940 Dover Afb, DE $262,546 Bethany Beach, DE $266,281 Bethel, DE $261,738 Bridgeville, DE $264,514 Camden Wyoming, DE $262,218 Cheswold, DE $261,334

Clayton, DE $260,678 Dagsboro, DE $266,281 Delmar, DE $261,738 Ellendale, DE $264,514 Felton, DE $264,514 Fenwick Island, DE $266,281 Frankford, DE $266,281 Frederica, DE $264,514

Georgetown, DE $264,514 Greenwood, DE $264,514 Harbeson, DE $264,514 Harrington, DE $264,514 Hartly, DE $260,552 Houston, DE $264,514 Kenton, DE $260,678 Laurel, DE $261,738

Yorklyn, DE $259,164

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

Understanding how a Finance 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.

Last Updated on January 01, 2026

$235,183

Average $255,580/year

$287,785

$19,599

Average $21,298/month

$23,982

$4,523

Average $4,915/week

$5,534

$113

Average $123/hour

$138

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$287,785	$23,982	$5,534	$138
Average	$255,580	$21,298	$4,915	$123
25th Percentile	$235,183	$19,599	$4,523	$113

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