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

A Production Controller's salary grows with experience: a Production Controller (0-1 years)earns $44,395, a Production Control Clerk II (1-3 years)earns $52,730, a Production Control Clerk III (3-5 years)earns $62,673, a Production Control Supervisor (5+ years)earns $94,042, a Production Control Senior Supervisor (5+ years)earns $104,031,

What are the highest paying states for a Production Controller?

Production Controller salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Production Controller roles are District of Columbia $48,910, California $48,724, Massachusetts $48,075. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Production Controller roles make?

Salaries for Production Controller level roles vary by specialization: Financial Controller: $253,700; Controller: $253,627; Deputy Controller: $163,100; Plant Controller: $117,391; Project Cost Controller: $116,200.

Production Controller Salary in Delaware

How much does a Production Controller make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Production Controller in Delaware is $44,735 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $22.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $53,589
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $41,182 to $49,370
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $37,947

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Production Controller Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$49,370	$4,114	$949	$24
Average	$44,735	$3,728	$860	$22
25th Percentile	$41,182	$3,432	$792	$20

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Key Factors That Influence Production Controller Salaries

A Production 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 Production Controller Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Production 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): $44,395
Early Career (1-2 years): $52,730
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $62,673
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $94,042
Expert (over 8 years): $104,031

Levels	Salary
Productio... Level Production Controller	$44,395
Productio... Level Production Controller	$52,730
Productio... Level Production Controller	$62,673
Productio... Level Production Controller	$94,042
Productio... Level Production Controller	$104,031

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

District of Columbia: $48,910.
California: $48,724.
Massachusetts: $48,075.

District of Columbia $48,910 California $48,724 Massachusetts $48,075 Washington $47,898 New Jersey $47,881 Alaska $47,819 Connecticut $47,209 New York $46,962

Hawaii $46,171 Rhode Island $45,800 Maryland $45,548 Minnesota $45,204 Colorado $45,071 Illinois $45,027 Oregon $44,859 Delaware $44,735

New Hampshire $44,658 Virginia $44,484 Pennsylvania $43,976 Nevada $43,719 North Dakota $43,635 Michigan $43,503 Wisconsin $43,454 Vermont $43,357

Texas $43,088 Maine $43,070 Arizona $43,043 Ohio $43,013 Georgia $42,606 Indiana $42,403 Wyoming $42,363 Utah $42,301

Iowa $42,275 Kansas $42,063 Louisiana $42,001 North Carolina $41,979 Missouri $41,970 Florida $41,798 Montana $41,705 Nebraska $41,617

Kentucky $41,568 South Carolina $41,391 Tennessee $41,281 Idaho $41,237 New Mexico $40,914 Oklahoma $40,844 Alabama $40,583 South Dakota $40,146

Arkansas $39,907 West Virginia $39,779 Mississippi $39,395

Top Paying Cities for Production 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: $46,299
Little Creek: $45,871
Magnolia: $46,061

Lincoln, DE $46,299 Little Creek, DE $45,871 Magnolia, DE $46,061 Milford, DE $46,299 Marydel, DE $45,698 Millsboro, DE $46,299 Millville, DE $46,608 Milton, DE $46,299

Nassau, DE $46,299 Ocean View, DE $46,608 Rehoboth Beach, DE $46,608 Seaford, DE $45,813 Selbyville, DE $46,608 Smyrna, DE $45,645 Viola, DE $46,061 Woodside, DE $45,928

Bear, DE $45,310 Newark, DE $45,327 Claymont, DE $45,363 Delaware City, DE $45,327 Hockessin, DE $45,363 Kirkwood, DE $45,327 Middletown, DE $45,553 Montchanin, DE $45,363

New Castle, DE $45,363 Odessa, DE $45,614 Port Penn, DE $45,204 Rockland, DE $45,363 Saint Georges, DE $45,327 Townsend, DE $45,548 Winterthur, DE $45,363 Lewes, DE $46,299

Wilmington, DE $45,363 Dover, DE $45,849 Dover Afb, DE $45,955 Bethany Beach, DE $46,608 Bethel, DE $45,813 Bridgeville, DE $46,299 Camden Wyoming, DE $45,897 Cheswold, DE $45,742

Clayton, DE $45,628 Dagsboro, DE $46,608 Delmar, DE $45,813 Ellendale, DE $46,299 Felton, DE $46,299 Fenwick Island, DE $46,608 Frankford, DE $46,608 Frederica, DE $46,299

Georgetown, DE $46,299 Greenwood, DE $46,299 Harbeson, DE $46,299 Harrington, DE $46,299 Hartly, DE $45,606 Houston, DE $46,299 Kenton, DE $45,628 Laurel, DE $45,813

Yorklyn, DE $45,363

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

Understanding how a Production 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 April 01, 2026

$41,182

Average $44,735/year

$49,370

$3,432

Average $3,728/month

$4,114

$792

Average $860/week

$949

$20

Average $22/hour

$24

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$49,370	$4,114	$949	$24
Average	$44,735	$3,728	$860	$22
25th Percentile	$41,182	$3,432	$792	$20

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