What are the main factors that influence a Cybersecurity Analyst's salary?

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

How does experience change A Cybersecurity Analyst's salary?

A Cybersecurity Analyst's salary grows with experience: a Cyber Incident Response Specialist I (0-2 years)earns $82,724, a Cybersecurity Analyst (2-4 years)earns $97,073, a Cyber Incident Response Specialist III (4-7 years)earns $131,904, a Cyber Incident Response Specialist IV (7+ years)earns $148,417, a Cyber Incident Response Specialist V (7-10 years)earns $171,280,

What are the highest paying states for a Cybersecurity Analyst?

Cybersecurity Analyst salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Cybersecurity Analyst roles are District of Columbia $105,321, California $104,921, Massachusetts $103,523. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Cybersecurity Analyst roles make?

Salaries for Cybersecurity Analyst level roles vary by specialization: Cybersecurity Manager: $166,237; Cybersecurity Risk Analyst: $157,371; Cybersecurity Architect: $134,106; Cybersecurity Policy Analyst: $128,995; Senior Cybersecurity Analyst: $127,824.

Cybersecurity Analyst Salary in Delaware

How much does a Cybersecurity Analyst make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Cybersecurity Analyst in Delaware is $96,332 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $46.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $110,924
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $85,663 to $103,970
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $75,949

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Cybersecurity Analyst Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$103,970	$8,664	$1,999	$50
Average	$96,332	$8,028	$1,853	$46
25th Percentile	$85,663	$7,139	$1,647	$41

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Key Factors That Influence Cybersecurity Analyst Salaries

A Cybersecurity 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 Experience Level Affects Cybersecurity Analyst Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Cybersecurity Analyst'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): $82,724
Early Career (1-2 years): $97,073
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $131,904
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $148,417
Expert (over 8 years): $171,280

Levels	Salary
Cyber Inc... Level Cybersecurity Analyst	$82,724
Cybersecu... Level Cybersecurity Analyst	$97,073
Cyber Inc... Level Cybersecurity Analyst	$131,904
Cyber Inc... Level Cybersecurity Analyst	$148,417
Cyber Inc... Level Cybersecurity Analyst	$171,280

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How Do Cybersecurity 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 Cybersecurity Analysts. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $105,321.
California: $104,921.
Massachusetts: $103,523.

District of Columbia $105,321 California $104,921 Massachusetts $103,523 Washington $103,143 New Jersey $103,105 Alaska $102,971 Connecticut $101,659 New York $101,126

Hawaii $99,423 Rhode Island $98,624 Maryland $98,082 Minnesota $97,340 Colorado $97,055 Illinois $96,960 Oregon $96,598 Delaware $96,332

New Hampshire $96,164 Virginia $95,790 Pennsylvania $94,696 Nevada $94,144 North Dakota $93,963 Michigan $93,678 Wisconsin $93,573 Vermont $93,364

Texas $92,784 Maine $92,746 Arizona $92,689 Ohio $92,622 Georgia $91,747 Indiana $91,309 Wyoming $91,224 Utah $91,090

Iowa $91,033 Kansas $90,577 Louisiana $90,444 North Carolina $90,396 Missouri $90,377 Florida $90,006 Montana $89,806 Nebraska $89,616

Kentucky $89,511 South Carolina $89,131 Tennessee $88,893 Idaho $88,798 New Mexico $88,104 Oklahoma $87,951 Alabama $87,390 South Dakota $86,448

Arkansas $85,935 West Virginia $85,659 Mississippi $84,831

Top Paying Cities for Cybersecurity 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: $99,699
Little Creek: $98,776
Magnolia: $99,185

Lincoln, DE $99,699 Little Creek, DE $98,776 Magnolia, DE $99,185 Milford, DE $99,699 Marydel, DE $98,405 Millsboro, DE $99,699 Millville, DE $100,365 Milton, DE $99,699

Nassau, DE $99,699 Ocean View, DE $100,365 Rehoboth Beach, DE $100,365 Seaford, DE $98,653 Selbyville, DE $100,365 Smyrna, DE $98,291 Viola, DE $99,185 Woodside, DE $98,900

Bear, DE $97,568 Newark, DE $97,606 Claymont, DE $97,683 Delaware City, DE $97,606 Hockessin, DE $97,683 Kirkwood, DE $97,606 Middletown, DE $98,092 Montchanin, DE $97,683

New Castle, DE $97,683 Odessa, DE $98,225 Port Penn, DE $97,340 Rockland, DE $97,683 Saint Georges, DE $97,606 Townsend, DE $98,082 Winterthur, DE $97,683 Lewes, DE $99,699

Wilmington, DE $97,683 Dover, DE $98,729 Dover Afb, DE $98,957 Bethany Beach, DE $100,365 Bethel, DE $98,653 Bridgeville, DE $99,699 Camden Wyoming, DE $98,834 Cheswold, DE $98,501

Clayton, DE $98,253 Dagsboro, DE $100,365 Delmar, DE $98,653 Ellendale, DE $99,699 Felton, DE $99,699 Fenwick Island, DE $100,365 Frankford, DE $100,365 Frederica, DE $99,699

Georgetown, DE $99,699 Greenwood, DE $99,699 Harbeson, DE $99,699 Harrington, DE $99,699 Hartly, DE $98,206 Houston, DE $99,699 Kenton, DE $98,253 Laurel, DE $98,653

Yorklyn, DE $97,683

Cybersecurity Analyst Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Cybersecurity 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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$85,663

Average $96,332/year

$103,970

$7,139

Average $8,028/month

$8,664

$1,647

Average $1,853/week

$1,999

$41

Average $46/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$103,970	$8,664	$1,999	$50
Average	$96,332	$8,028	$1,853	$46
25th Percentile	$85,663	$7,139	$1,647	$41

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