What are the main factors that influence a Staff Auditor'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 Staff Auditor?

The MFG Nondurable industry offers the highest average compensation for Staff Auditor roles, with salaries approximately 35% above the market median.

How does experience change A Staff Auditor's salary?

A Staff Auditor's salary grows with experience: an Staff Auditor (0-2 years)earns $69,545, an Internal Auditor II (2-4 years)earns $80,500, an Internal Auditor III (4-7 years)earns $91,862, an Internal Auditor IV (7+ years)earns $114,092, an Internal Auditor V (7-10 years)earns $143,529,

What are the highest paying states for a Staff Auditor?

Staff Auditor salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Staff Auditor roles are District of Columbia $76,550, California $76,260, Massachusetts $75,243. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Staff Auditor roles make?

Salaries for Staff Auditor level roles vary by specialization: Staff Internal Auditor V: $139,690; Internal Auditor V: $139,607; Staff Internal Auditor IV: $110,993; Staff Internal Auditor III: $89,373; Clinical Documentation Auditor: $87,750.

Staff Auditor Salary in Delaware

How much does a Staff Auditor make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Staff Auditor in Delaware is $70,017 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $34.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $82,258
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $64,804 to $76,424
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $60,059

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Staff Auditor Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$76,424	$6,369	$1,470	$37
Average	$70,017	$5,835	$1,346	$34
25th Percentile	$64,804	$5,400	$1,246	$31

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Key Factors That Influence Staff Auditor Salaries

A Staff Auditor'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 Staff Auditor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Staff Auditor'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): $69,545
Early Career (1-2 years): $80,500
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $91,862
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $114,092
Expert (over 8 years): $143,529

Levels	Salary
Staff Aud... Level Staff Auditor	$69,545
Internal ... Level Staff Auditor	$80,500
Internal ... Level Staff Auditor	$91,862
Internal ... Level Staff Auditor	$114,092
Internal ... Level Staff Auditor	$143,529

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How Do Staff Auditor 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 Staff Auditors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $76,550.
California: $76,260.
Massachusetts: $75,243.

District of Columbia $76,550 California $76,260 Massachusetts $75,243 Washington $74,967 New Jersey $74,939 Alaska $74,842 Connecticut $73,888 New York $73,501

Hawaii $72,264 Rhode Island $71,683 Maryland $71,289 Minnesota $70,749 Colorado $70,542 Illinois $70,473 Oregon $70,210 Delaware $70,017

New Hampshire $69,895 Virginia $69,622 Pennsylvania $68,827 Nevada $68,426 North Dakota $68,295 Michigan $68,088 Wisconsin $68,012 Vermont $67,859

Texas $67,438 Maine $67,410 Arizona $67,369 Ohio $67,320 Georgia $66,684 Indiana $66,366 Wyoming $66,304 Utah $66,207

Iowa $66,166 Kansas $65,834 Louisiana $65,737 North Carolina $65,702 Missouri $65,688 Florida $65,419 Montana $65,274 Nebraska $65,135

Kentucky $65,059 South Carolina $64,783 Tennessee $64,610 Idaho $64,541 New Mexico $64,036 Oklahoma $63,925 Alabama $63,518 South Dakota $62,833

Arkansas $62,460 West Virginia $62,259 Mississippi $61,658

Top Paying Cities for Staff Auditors

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: $69,701
Little Creek: $70,212
Magnolia: $70,111

Lincoln, DE $69,701 Little Creek, DE $70,212 Magnolia, DE $70,111 Milford, DE $69,878 Marydel, DE $69,993 Millsboro, DE $69,409 Millville, DE $69,516 Milton, DE $69,636

Nassau, DE $69,687 Ocean View, DE $69,504 Rehoboth Beach, DE $69,638 Seaford, DE $69,677 Selbyville, DE $69,389 Smyrna, DE $70,260 Viola, DE $69,936 Woodside, DE $70,124

Bear, DE $69,963 Newark, DE $69,936 Claymont, DE $70,079 Delaware City, DE $70,006 Hockessin, DE $69,930 Kirkwood, DE $69,993 Middletown, DE $70,020 Montchanin, DE $69,946

New Castle, DE $69,956 Odessa, DE $70,055 Port Penn, DE $70,102 Rockland, DE $69,953 Saint Georges, DE $69,998 Townsend, DE $70,106 Winterthur, DE $69,961 Lewes, DE $69,663

Wilmington, DE $69,934 Dover, DE $70,212 Dover Afb, DE $69,842 Bethany Beach, DE $69,431 Bethel, DE $69,503 Bridgeville, DE $69,667 Camden Wyoming, DE $70,014 Cheswold, DE $70,189

Clayton, DE $70,191 Dagsboro, DE $69,383 Delmar, DE $69,271 Ellendale, DE $69,481 Felton, DE $69,873 Fenwick Island, DE $69,398 Frankford, DE $69,277 Frederica, DE $69,942

Georgetown, DE $69,356 Greenwood, DE $69,678 Harbeson, DE $69,430 Harrington, DE $69,784 Hartly, DE $70,001 Houston, DE $69,685 Kenton, DE $70,194 Laurel, DE $69,315

Yorklyn, DE $69,951

Staff Auditor Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Staff Auditor roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 70% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the MFG Nondurable and Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 35% above the average. In contrast, Staff Auditor positions in MFG Durable or Media typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Staff Auditor as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Staff Auditor

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
MFG Nondurable	$94,522	$45.0	35%
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit	$91,022	$44.0	30%
Insurance	$87,521	$42.0	25%
Biotechnology	$84,020	$40.0	20%
Healthcare	$80,519	$39.0	15%

Staff Auditor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Staff Auditor'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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$64,804

Average $70,017/year

$76,424

$5,400

Average $5,835/month

$6,369

$1,246

Average $1,346/week

$1,470

$31

Average $34/hour

$37

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$76,424	$6,369	$1,470	$37
Average	$70,017	$5,835	$1,346	$34
25th Percentile	$64,804	$5,400	$1,246	$31

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