What are the main factors that influence a Corporate Financial Controller'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 Corporate Financial Controller?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Corporate Financial Controller roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

How does experience change A Corporate Financial Controller's salary?

A Corporate Financial Controller's salary grows with experience: a Quality Assurance Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $75,537, a Quality Assurance Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $88,905, a Corporate Financial Controller (4-7 years)earns $100,557, a Quality Assurance Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $125,066, a Quality Assurance Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $150,054,

What are the highest paying states for a Corporate Financial Controller?

Corporate Financial Controller salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Corporate Financial Controller roles are District of Columbia $109,323, California $108,908, Massachusetts $107,457. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Corporate Financial Controller roles make?

Salaries for Corporate Financial Controller level roles vary by specialization: Corporate Controller: $307,829; Group Financial Controller: $261,874; Financial Controller: $254,000; Controller: $253,957; Senior Financial Controller: $253,375.

Corporate Financial Controller Salary in Delaware

How much does a Corporate Financial Controller make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Corporate Financial Controller in Delaware is $99,992 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $48.

However, a Corporate Financial Controller's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $115,369
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $91,861 to $108,041
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $84,457

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Corporate Financial Controller Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$108,041	$9,003	$2,078	$52
Average	$99,992	$8,333	$1,923	$48
25th Percentile	$91,861	$7,655	$1,767	$44

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Key Factors That Influence Corporate Financial Controller Salaries

A Corporate Financial Controller'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 Corporate Financial Controller Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Corporate Financial Controller'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): $75,537
Early Career (1-2 years): $88,905
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $100,557
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $125,066
Expert (over 8 years): $150,054

Levels	Salary
Quality A... Level Corporate Financial Controller	$75,537
Quality A... Level Corporate Financial Controller	$88,905
Corporate... Level Corporate Financial Controller	$100,557
Quality A... Level Corporate Financial Controller	$125,066
Quality A... Level Corporate Financial Controller	$150,054

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How Do Corporate Financial Controller 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 Corporate Financial Controllers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $109,323.
California: $108,908.
Massachusetts: $107,457.

District of Columbia $109,323 California $108,908 Massachusetts $107,457 Washington $107,062 New Jersey $107,023 Alaska $106,884 Connecticut $105,522 New York $104,969

Hawaii $103,201 Rhode Island $102,372 Maryland $101,809 Minnesota $101,039 Colorado $100,743 Illinois $100,644 Oregon $100,269 Delaware $99,992

New Hampshire $99,819 Virginia $99,430 Pennsylvania $98,294 Nevada $97,721 North Dakota $97,534 Michigan $97,238 Wisconsin $97,129 Vermont $96,912

Texas $96,309 Maine $96,270 Arizona $96,211 Ohio $96,142 Georgia $95,233 Indiana $94,779 Wyoming $94,690 Utah $94,552

Iowa $94,493 Kansas $94,019 Louisiana $93,880 North Carolina $93,831 Missouri $93,811 Florida $93,426 Montana $93,219 Nebraska $93,021

Kentucky $92,913 South Carolina $92,518 Tennessee $92,271 Idaho $92,172 New Mexico $91,452 Oklahoma $91,294 Alabama $90,711 South Dakota $89,733

Arkansas $89,200 West Virginia $88,914 Mississippi $88,055

Top Paying Cities for Corporate Financial Controllers

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: $99,542
Little Creek: $100,271
Magnolia: $100,127

Lincoln, DE $99,542 Little Creek, DE $100,271 Magnolia, DE $100,127 Milford, DE $99,795 Marydel, DE $99,959 Millsboro, DE $99,124 Millville, DE $99,278 Milton, DE $99,449

Nassau, DE $99,521 Ocean View, DE $99,261 Rehoboth Beach, DE $99,451 Seaford, DE $99,508 Selbyville, DE $99,096 Smyrna, DE $100,340 Viola, DE $99,878 Woodside, DE $100,146

Bear, DE $99,915 Newark, DE $99,878 Claymont, DE $100,082 Delaware City, DE $99,978 Hockessin, DE $99,869 Kirkwood, DE $99,959 Middletown, DE $99,997 Montchanin, DE $99,892

New Castle, DE $99,906 Odessa, DE $100,047 Port Penn, DE $100,114 Rockland, DE $99,902 Saint Georges, DE $99,966 Townsend, DE $100,120 Winterthur, DE $99,913 Lewes, DE $99,488

Wilmington, DE $99,874 Dover, DE $100,271 Dover Afb, DE $99,743 Bethany Beach, DE $99,156 Bethel, DE $99,259 Bridgeville, DE $99,493 Camden Wyoming, DE $99,988 Cheswold, DE $100,238

Clayton, DE $100,241 Dagsboro, DE $99,087 Delmar, DE $98,928 Ellendale, DE $99,228 Felton, DE $99,787 Fenwick Island, DE $99,109 Frankford, DE $98,936 Frederica, DE $99,886

Georgetown, DE $99,049 Greenwood, DE $99,509 Harbeson, DE $99,155 Harrington, DE $99,661 Hartly, DE $99,971 Houston, DE $99,518 Kenton, DE $100,246 Laurel, DE $98,990

Yorklyn, DE $99,899

Corporate Financial Controller Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Corporate Financial Controller roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Corporate Financial Controller positions in Transportation or Telecom typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Corporate Financial Controller as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Corporate Financial Controller

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$149,989	$72.0	50%

Corporate Financial Controller Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Corporate Financial Controller'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 August 01, 2026

$91,861

Average $99,992/year

$108,041

$7,655

Average $8,333/month

$9,003

$1,767

Average $1,923/week

$2,078

$44

Average $48/hour

$52

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$108,041	$9,003	$2,078	$52
Average	$99,992	$8,333	$1,923	$48
25th Percentile	$91,861	$7,655	$1,767	$44

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