What are the main factors that influence a Governance Specialist'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 Governance Specialist?

The Internet industry offers the highest average compensation for Governance Specialist roles, with salaries approximately 18% above the market median.

How does experience change A Governance Specialist's salary?

A Governance Specialist's salary grows with experience: an Information Technology Auditor I (0-2 years)earns $70,054, an Governance Specialist (2-4 years)earns $86,527, an Information Technology Auditor III (4-7 years)earns $101,014, an Information Technology Auditor IV (7+ years)earns $124,328, an Information Technology Auditor V (7-10 years)earns $149,191,

What are the highest paying states for a Governance Specialist?

Governance Specialist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Governance Specialist roles are District of Columbia $96,084, California $95,719, Massachusetts $94,444. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Governance Specialist roles make?

Salaries for Governance Specialist level roles vary by specialization: Environmental, Social, & Governance Specialist V: $140,300; Data Governance Specialist IV: $134,000; Information Governance Specialist: $118,783; Environmental, Social, & Governance Specialist IV: $113,900; Governance Analyst: $103,273.

Governance Specialist Salary in Delaware

How much does a Governance Specialist make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Governance Specialist in Delaware is $87,883 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $42.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $100,322
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $79,905 to $94,394
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $72,642

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Governance Specialist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$94,394	$7,866	$1,815	$45
Average	$87,883	$7,324	$1,690	$42
25th Percentile	$79,905	$6,659	$1,537	$38

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Key Factors That Influence Governance Specialist Salaries

A Governance Specialist'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 Governance Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Governance Specialist'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): $70,054
Early Career (1-2 years): $86,527
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $101,014
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $124,328
Expert (over 8 years): $149,191

Levels	Salary
Informati... Level Governance Specialist	$70,054
Governanc... Level Governance Specialist	$86,527
Informati... Level Governance Specialist	$101,014
Informati... Level Governance Specialist	$124,328
Informati... Level Governance Specialist	$149,191

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How Do Governance Specialist 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 Governance Specialists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $96,084.
California: $95,719.
Massachusetts: $94,444.

District of Columbia $96,084 California $95,719 Massachusetts $94,444 Washington $94,097 New Jersey $94,062 Alaska $93,940 Connecticut $92,743 New York $92,257

Hawaii $90,703 Rhode Island $89,974 Maryland $89,480 Minnesota $88,803 Colorado $88,543 Illinois $88,456 Oregon $88,126 Delaware $87,883

New Hampshire $87,730 Virginia $87,388 Pennsylvania $86,390 Nevada $85,887 North Dakota $85,722 Michigan $85,462 Wisconsin $85,366 Vermont $85,175

Texas $84,646 Maine $84,611 Arizona $84,559 Ohio $84,499 Georgia $83,700 Indiana $83,301 Wyoming $83,223 Utah $83,101

Iowa $83,049 Kansas $82,633 Louisiana $82,511 North Carolina $82,468 Missouri $82,451 Florida $82,112 Montana $81,930 Nebraska $81,756

Kentucky $81,661 South Carolina $81,314 Tennessee $81,097 Idaho $81,010 New Mexico $80,376 Oklahoma $80,238 Alabama $79,726 South Dakota $78,866

Arkansas $78,398 West Virginia $78,146 Mississippi $77,391

Top Paying Cities for Governance Specialists

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: $87,487
Little Creek: $88,128
Magnolia: $88,001

Lincoln, DE $87,487 Little Creek, DE $88,128 Magnolia, DE $88,001 Milford, DE $87,709 Marydel, DE $87,854 Millsboro, DE $87,120 Millville, DE $87,255 Milton, DE $87,406

Nassau, DE $87,469 Ocean View, DE $87,240 Rehoboth Beach, DE $87,407 Seaford, DE $87,457 Selbyville, DE $87,095 Smyrna, DE $88,188 Viola, DE $87,782 Woodside, DE $88,018

Bear, DE $87,815 Newark, DE $87,782 Claymont, DE $87,962 Delaware City, DE $87,870 Hockessin, DE $87,775 Kirkwood, DE $87,854 Middletown, DE $87,887 Montchanin, DE $87,795

New Castle, DE $87,808 Odessa, DE $87,931 Port Penn, DE $87,990 Rockland, DE $87,803 Saint Georges, DE $87,860 Townsend, DE $87,995 Winterthur, DE $87,814 Lewes, DE $87,440

Wilmington, DE $87,779 Dover, DE $88,128 Dover Afb, DE $87,663 Bethany Beach, DE $87,148 Bethel, DE $87,238 Bridgeville, DE $87,444 Camden Wyoming, DE $87,880 Cheswold, DE $88,099

Clayton, DE $88,102 Dagsboro, DE $87,087 Delmar, DE $86,948 Ellendale, DE $87,211 Felton, DE $87,703 Fenwick Island, DE $87,106 Frankford, DE $86,954 Frederica, DE $87,789

Georgetown, DE $87,054 Greenwood, DE $87,458 Harbeson, DE $87,147 Harrington, DE $87,591 Hartly, DE $87,864 Houston, DE $87,466 Kenton, DE $88,106 Laurel, DE $87,002

Yorklyn, DE $87,801

Governance Specialist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Governance Specialist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 38% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Internet and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 18% above the average. In contrast, Governance Specialist positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Governance Specialist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Governance Specialist

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Internet	$103,702	$50.0	18%
Financial Services	$102,823	$49.0	17%
Energy & Utilities	$101,065	$49.0	15%
Pharmaceuticals	$98,429	$47.0	12%
Biotechnology	$96,671	$46.0	10%

Governance Specialist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Governance Specialist'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 July 01, 2026

$79,905

Average $87,883/year

$94,394

$6,659

Average $7,324/month

$7,866

$1,537

Average $1,690/week

$1,815

$38

Average $42/hour

$45

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$94,394	$7,866	$1,815	$45
Average	$87,883	$7,324	$1,690	$42
25th Percentile	$79,905	$6,659	$1,537	$38

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