What are the main factors that influence a Cyber Security's salary?

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

How does experience change A Cyber Security's salary?

A Cyber Security's salary grows with experience: a Cyber Security Architect I (2-4 years)earns $111,133, a Cyber Security (4-7 years)earns $137,680, a Cyber Security Architect III (7+ years)earns $158,965, a Cyber Security Architect IV (7-10 years)earns $187,361, a Cyber Security Architect V (10-12 years)earns $218,993,

What are the highest paying states for a Cyber Security?

Cyber Security salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Cyber Security roles are District of Columbia $151,352, California $150,778, Massachusetts $148,768. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Cyber Security roles make?

Salaries for Cyber Security level roles vary by specialization: SVP of IS and Cyber Security: $308,515; VP of IS and Cyber Security: $253,043; IS and Cyber Security Director: $208,870; Cyber Security Director: $184,840; Cyber Security Analyst: $153,024.

Cyber Security Salary in Delaware

How much does a Cyber Security make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Cyber Security in Delaware is $138,434 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $67.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $158,013
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $130,471 to $148,683
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $123,221

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Cyber Security Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$148,683	$12,390	$2,859	$71
Average	$138,434	$11,536	$2,662	$67
25th Percentile	$130,471	$10,873	$2,509	$63

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Key Factors That Influence Cyber Security Salaries

A Cyber Security'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 Cyber Security Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Cyber Security'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): $111,133
Early Career (1-2 years): $137,680
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $158,965
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $187,361
Expert (over 8 years): $218,993

Levels	Salary
Cyber Sec... Level Cyber Security	$111,133
Cyber Sec... Level Cyber Security	$137,680
Cyber Sec... Level Cyber Security	$158,965
Cyber Sec... Level Cyber Security	$187,361
Cyber Sec... Level Cyber Security	$218,993

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How Do Cyber Security 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 Cyber Securities. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $151,352.
California: $150,778.
Massachusetts: $148,768.

District of Columbia $151,352 California $150,778 Massachusetts $148,768 Washington $148,222 New Jersey $148,167 Alaska $147,976 Connecticut $146,089 New York $145,324

Hawaii $142,877 Rhode Island $141,728 Maryland $140,949 Minnesota $139,883 Colorado $139,473 Illinois $139,336 Oregon $138,817 Delaware $138,434

New Hampshire $138,193 Virginia $137,655 Pennsylvania $136,083 Nevada $135,290 North Dakota $135,030 Michigan $134,620 Wisconsin $134,470 Vermont $134,169

Texas $133,335 Maine $133,281 Arizona $133,199 Ohio $133,103 Georgia $131,845 Indiana $131,216 Wyoming $131,093 Utah $130,902

Iowa $130,820 Kansas $130,164 Louisiana $129,972 North Carolina $129,904 Missouri $129,877 Florida $129,344 Montana $129,057 Nebraska $128,783

Kentucky $128,633 South Carolina $128,086 Tennessee $127,744 Idaho $127,608 New Mexico $126,610 Oklahoma $126,391 Alabama $125,584 South Dakota $124,231

Arkansas $123,493 West Virginia $123,097 Mississippi $121,907

Top Paying Cities for Cyber Securities

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: $143,273
Little Creek: $141,947
Magnolia: $142,535

Lincoln, DE $143,273 Little Creek, DE $141,947 Magnolia, DE $142,535 Milford, DE $143,273 Marydel, DE $141,414 Millsboro, DE $143,273 Millville, DE $144,230 Milton, DE $143,273

Nassau, DE $143,273 Ocean View, DE $144,230 Rehoboth Beach, DE $144,230 Seaford, DE $141,769 Selbyville, DE $144,230 Smyrna, DE $141,250 Viola, DE $142,535 Woodside, DE $142,125

Bear, DE $140,211 Newark, DE $140,266 Claymont, DE $140,375 Delaware City, DE $140,266 Hockessin, DE $140,375 Kirkwood, DE $140,266 Middletown, DE $140,963 Montchanin, DE $140,375

New Castle, DE $140,375 Odessa, DE $141,154 Port Penn, DE $139,883 Rockland, DE $140,375 Saint Georges, DE $140,266 Townsend, DE $140,949 Winterthur, DE $140,375 Lewes, DE $143,273

Wilmington, DE $140,375 Dover, DE $141,879 Dover Afb, DE $142,207 Bethany Beach, DE $144,230 Bethel, DE $141,769 Bridgeville, DE $143,273 Camden Wyoming, DE $142,029 Cheswold, DE $141,551

Clayton, DE $141,195 Dagsboro, DE $144,230 Delmar, DE $141,769 Ellendale, DE $143,273 Felton, DE $143,273 Fenwick Island, DE $144,230 Frankford, DE $144,230 Frederica, DE $143,273

Georgetown, DE $143,273 Greenwood, DE $143,273 Harbeson, DE $143,273 Harrington, DE $143,273 Hartly, DE $141,127 Houston, DE $143,273 Kenton, DE $141,195 Laurel, DE $141,769

Yorklyn, DE $140,375

Cyber Security Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Cyber Security'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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$130,471

Average $138,434/year

$148,683

$10,873

Average $11,536/month

$12,390

$2,509

Average $2,662/week

$2,859

$63

Average $67/hour

$71

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$148,683	$12,390	$2,859	$71
Average	$138,434	$11,536	$2,662	$67
25th Percentile	$130,471	$10,873	$2,509	$63

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