What are the main factors that influence an Executive Compensation 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 Executive Compensation Analyst?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Executive Compensation Analyst roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change An Executive Compensation Analyst's salary?

An Executive Compensation Analyst's salary grows with experience: an Executive Compensation Analyst I (0-2 years)earns $77,295, an Executive Compensation Analyst (2-4 years)earns $88,676, an Executive Compensation Analyst III (4-7 years)earns $116,425, an Executive Compensation Manager (7+ years)earns $192,023,

What are the highest paying states for an Executive Compensation Analyst?

Executive Compensation Analyst salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Executive Compensation Analyst roles are District of Columbia $98,689, California $98,314, Massachusetts $97,004. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Executive Compensation Analyst roles make?

Salaries for Executive Compensation Analyst level roles vary by specialization: Executive Compensation Manager: $186,025; Senior Executive Compensation Analyst: $112,790; Executive Compensation Analyst III: $112,788; Level III Executive Compensation Analyst: $112,613; Executive Compensation: $86,536.

Executive Compensation Analyst Salary in Delaware

How much does an Executive Compensation Analyst make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Executive Compensation Analyst in Delaware is $90,266 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $43.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $104,842
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $82,032 to $97,895
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $74,536

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Executive Compensation Analyst Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$97,895	$8,158	$1,883	$47
Average	$90,266	$7,522	$1,736	$43
25th Percentile	$82,032	$6,836	$1,578	$39

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Key Factors That Influence Executive Compensation Analyst Salaries

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

District of Columbia: $98,689.
California: $98,314.
Massachusetts: $97,004.

District of Columbia $98,689 California $98,314 Massachusetts $97,004 Washington $96,648 New Jersey $96,612 Alaska $96,487 Connecticut $95,257 New York $94,758

Hawaii $93,162 Rhode Island $92,414 Maryland $91,906 Minnesota $91,210 Colorado $90,943 Illinois $90,854 Oregon $90,515 Delaware $90,266

New Hampshire $90,109 Virginia $89,758 Pennsylvania $88,732 Nevada $88,216 North Dakota $88,046 Michigan $87,779 Wisconsin $87,681 Vermont $87,485

Texas $86,941 Maine $86,905 Arizona $86,852 Ohio $86,789 Georgia $85,969 Indiana $85,559 Wyoming $85,479 Utah $85,354

Iowa $85,301 Kansas $84,873 Louisiana $84,748 North Carolina $84,704 Missouri $84,686 Florida $84,338 Montana $84,151 Nebraska $83,973

Kentucky $83,875 South Carolina $83,518 Tennessee $83,295 Idaho $83,206 New Mexico $82,556 Oklahoma $82,413 Alabama $81,887 South Dakota $81,005

Arkansas $80,523 West Virginia $80,265 Mississippi $79,489

Top Paying Cities for Executive 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: $89,859
Little Creek: $90,517
Magnolia: $90,387

Lincoln, DE $89,859 Little Creek, DE $90,517 Magnolia, DE $90,387 Milford, DE $90,087 Marydel, DE $90,235 Millsboro, DE $89,482 Millville, DE $89,620 Milton, DE $89,775

Nassau, DE $89,840 Ocean View, DE $89,605 Rehoboth Beach, DE $89,777 Seaford, DE $89,828 Selbyville, DE $89,456 Smyrna, DE $90,579 Viola, DE $90,162 Woodside, DE $90,405

Bear, DE $90,196 Newark, DE $90,162 Claymont, DE $90,347 Delaware City, DE $90,252 Hockessin, DE $90,154 Kirkwood, DE $90,235 Middletown, DE $90,270 Montchanin, DE $90,175

New Castle, DE $90,188 Odessa, DE $90,315 Port Penn, DE $90,375 Rockland, DE $90,184 Saint Georges, DE $90,242 Townsend, DE $90,381 Winterthur, DE $90,194 Lewes, DE $89,810

Wilmington, DE $90,159 Dover, DE $90,517 Dover Afb, DE $90,040 Bethany Beach, DE $89,511 Bethel, DE $89,603 Bridgeville, DE $89,815 Camden Wyoming, DE $90,262 Cheswold, DE $90,488

Clayton, DE $90,490 Dagsboro, DE $89,448 Delmar, DE $89,305 Ellendale, DE $89,576 Felton, DE $90,080 Fenwick Island, DE $89,468 Frankford, DE $89,312 Frederica, DE $90,169

Georgetown, DE $89,414 Greenwood, DE $89,829 Harbeson, DE $89,510 Harrington, DE $89,966 Hartly, DE $90,246 Houston, DE $89,838 Kenton, DE $90,495 Laurel, DE $89,361

Yorklyn, DE $90,181

Executive Compensation Analyst Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Executive Compensation Analyst roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 65% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Executive Compensation Analyst positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Executive Compensation Analyst as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Executive Compensation Analyst

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services	$108,319	$52.0	20%
Internet	$106,513	$51.0	18%
Energy & Utilities	$103,805	$50.0	15%
Pharmaceuticals	$102,903	$49.0	14%
Biotechnology	$101,097	$49.0	12%

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

Understanding how an Executive 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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$82,032

Average $90,266/year

$97,895

$6,836

Average $7,522/month

$8,158

$1,578

Average $1,736/week

$1,883

$39

Average $43/hour

$47

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$97,895	$8,158	$1,883	$47
Average	$90,266	$7,522	$1,736	$43
25th Percentile	$82,032	$6,836	$1,578	$39

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