What are the main factors that influence a Hedge Fund Associate's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Hedge Fund Associate's salary?

A Hedge Fund Associate's salary grows with experience: an Instructor - Mathematics (0-0 years)earns $62,990, an Asst. Professor - Mathematics (0-0 years)earns $72,395, an Hedge Fund Associate (0-0 years)earns $89,244, a Professor - Mathematics (0-0 years)earns $115,889,

What are the highest paying states for a Hedge Fund Associate?

Hedge Fund Associate salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Hedge Fund Associate roles are District of Columbia $100,778, California $100,395, Massachusetts $99,057. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Hedge Fund Associate roles make?

Salaries for Hedge Fund Associate level roles vary by specialization: Hedge Fund Controller: $253,936; Hedge Fund Manager: $140,338; Hedge Fund Analyst: $75,553; Hedge Fund Consultant: $73,813; Hedge Fund Trader: $69,963.

Hedge Fund Associate Salary in Delaware

How much does a Hedge Fund Associate make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Hedge Fund Associate in Delaware is $92,176 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $44.

However, a Hedge Fund Associate's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $119,062
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $82,113 to $106,249
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $72,952

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Hedge Fund Associate Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$106,249	$8,854	$2,043	$51
Average	$92,176	$7,681	$1,773	$44
25th Percentile	$82,113	$6,843	$1,579	$39

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Key Factors That Influence Hedge Fund Associate Salaries

A Hedge Fund Associate'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 Hedge Fund Associate 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 Hedge Fund Associates. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $100,778.
California: $100,395.
Massachusetts: $99,057.

District of Columbia $100,778 California $100,395 Massachusetts $99,057 Washington $98,693 New Jersey $98,657 Alaska $98,529 Connecticut $97,273 New York $96,764

Hawaii $95,134 Rhode Island $94,370 Maryland $93,851 Minnesota $93,141 Colorado $92,868 Illinois $92,777 Oregon $92,431 Delaware $92,176

New Hampshire $92,016 Virginia $91,657 Pennsylvania $90,611 Nevada $90,083 North Dakota $89,910 Michigan $89,637 Wisconsin $89,537 Vermont $89,336

Texas $88,781 Maine $88,745 Arizona $88,690 Ohio $88,626 Georgia $87,789 Indiana $87,370 Wyoming $87,288 Utah $87,161

Iowa $87,106 Kansas $86,670 Louisiana $86,542 North Carolina $86,497 Missouri $86,478 Florida $86,123 Montana $85,932 Nebraska $85,750

Kentucky $85,650 South Carolina $85,286 Tennessee $85,058 Idaho $84,967 New Mexico $84,303 Oklahoma $84,157 Alabama $83,620 South Dakota $82,719

Arkansas $82,228 West Virginia $81,964 Mississippi $81,172

Top Paying Cities for Hedge Fund Associates

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: $95,398
Little Creek: $94,515
Magnolia: $94,907

Lincoln, DE $95,398 Little Creek, DE $94,515 Magnolia, DE $94,907 Milford, DE $95,398 Marydel, DE $94,161 Millsboro, DE $95,398 Millville, DE $96,036 Milton, DE $95,398

Nassau, DE $95,398 Ocean View, DE $96,036 Rehoboth Beach, DE $96,036 Seaford, DE $94,397 Selbyville, DE $96,036 Smyrna, DE $94,051 Viola, DE $94,907 Woodside, DE $94,634

Bear, DE $93,360 Newark, DE $93,396 Claymont, DE $93,469 Delaware City, DE $93,396 Hockessin, DE $93,469 Kirkwood, DE $93,396 Middletown, DE $93,860 Montchanin, DE $93,469

New Castle, DE $93,469 Odessa, DE $93,988 Port Penn, DE $93,141 Rockland, DE $93,469 Saint Georges, DE $93,396 Townsend, DE $93,851 Winterthur, DE $93,469 Lewes, DE $95,398

Wilmington, DE $93,469 Dover, DE $94,470 Dover Afb, DE $94,688 Bethany Beach, DE $96,036 Bethel, DE $94,397 Bridgeville, DE $95,398 Camden Wyoming, DE $94,570 Cheswold, DE $94,252

Clayton, DE $94,015 Dagsboro, DE $96,036 Delmar, DE $94,397 Ellendale, DE $95,398 Felton, DE $95,398 Fenwick Island, DE $96,036 Frankford, DE $96,036 Frederica, DE $95,398

Georgetown, DE $95,398 Greenwood, DE $95,398 Harbeson, DE $95,398 Harrington, DE $95,398 Hartly, DE $93,969 Houston, DE $95,398 Kenton, DE $94,015 Laurel, DE $94,397

Yorklyn, DE $93,469

Hedge Fund Associate Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Hedge Fund Associate'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

$82,113

Average $92,176/year

$106,249

$6,843

Average $7,681/month

$8,854

$1,579

Average $1,773/week

$2,043

$39

Average $44/hour

$51

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$106,249	$8,854	$2,043	$51
Average	$92,176	$7,681	$1,773	$44
25th Percentile	$82,113	$6,843	$1,579	$39

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