What are the main factors that influence a Cybersecurity Associate'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 Cybersecurity Associate?

The Internet industry offers the highest average compensation for Cybersecurity Associate roles, with salaries approximately 22% above the market median.

How does experience change A Cybersecurity Associate's salary?

A Cybersecurity Associate's salary grows with experience: a Cybersecurity Associate (2-4 years)earns $109,575, a Cyber Security Architect II (4-7 years)earns $135,766, a Cyber Security Architect III (7+ years)earns $156,768, a Cyber Security Architect IV (7-10 years)earns $184,779, a Cyber Security Architect V (10-12 years)earns $215,976,

What are the highest paying states for a Cybersecurity Associate?

Cybersecurity Associate salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Cybersecurity Associate roles are District of Columbia $119,049, California $118,598, Massachusetts $117,017. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Cybersecurity Associate roles make?

Salaries for Cybersecurity Associate level roles vary by specialization: Cybersecurity Administrator: $177,684; Cybersecurity Expert: $174,791; Cybersecurity Manager: $166,263; Cybersecurity Consultant: $145,478; Cybersecurity Researcher: $136,804.

Cybersecurity Associate Salary in Delaware

How much does a Cybersecurity Associate make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Cybersecurity Associate in Delaware is $108,889 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $52.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $126,595
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $99,006 to $118,157
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $90,008

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Cybersecurity Associate Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$118,157	$9,846	$2,272	$57
Average	$108,889	$9,074	$2,094	$52
25th Percentile	$99,006	$8,251	$1,904	$48

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Key Factors That Influence Cybersecurity Associate Salaries

A Cybersecurity 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 Experience Level Affects Cybersecurity Associate Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Cybersecurity Associate'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): $109,575
Early Career (1-2 years): $135,766
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $156,768
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $184,779
Expert (over 8 years): $215,976

Levels	Salary
Cybersecu... Level Cybersecurity Associate	$109,575
Cyber Sec... Level Cybersecurity Associate	$135,766
Cyber Sec... Level Cybersecurity Associate	$156,768
Cyber Sec... Level Cybersecurity Associate	$184,779
Cyber Sec... Level Cybersecurity Associate	$215,976

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

District of Columbia: $119,049.
California: $118,598.
Massachusetts: $117,017.

District of Columbia $119,049 California $118,598 Massachusetts $117,017 Washington $116,587 New Jersey $116,544 Alaska $116,394 Connecticut $114,910 New York $114,308

Hawaii $112,383 Rhode Island $111,480 Maryland $110,867 Minnesota $110,028 Colorado $109,706 Illinois $109,598 Oregon $109,190 Delaware $108,889

New Hampshire $108,699 Virginia $108,276 Pennsylvania $107,039 Nevada $106,416 North Dakota $106,211 Michigan $105,889 Wisconsin $105,770 Vermont $105,534

Texas $104,878 Maine $104,835 Arizona $104,770 Ohio $104,695 Georgia $103,706 Indiana $103,211 Wyoming $103,115 Utah $102,964

Iowa $102,900 Kansas $102,383 Louisiana $102,233 North Carolina $102,179 Missouri $102,158 Florida $101,738 Montana $101,512 Nebraska $101,297

Kentucky $101,179 South Carolina $100,749 Tennessee $100,480 Idaho $100,373 New Mexico $99,588 Oklahoma $99,416 Alabama $98,781 South Dakota $97,717

Arkansas $97,136 West Virginia $96,824 Mississippi $95,889

Top Paying Cities for Cybersecurity 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: $108,398
Little Creek: $109,192
Magnolia: $109,035

Lincoln, DE $108,398 Little Creek, DE $109,192 Magnolia, DE $109,035 Milford, DE $108,673 Marydel, DE $108,852 Millsboro, DE $107,943 Millville, DE $108,110 Milton, DE $108,297

Nassau, DE $108,376 Ocean View, DE $108,092 Rehoboth Beach, DE $108,299 Seaford, DE $108,361 Selbyville, DE $107,912 Smyrna, DE $109,267 Viola, DE $108,764 Woodside, DE $109,056

Bear, DE $108,805 Newark, DE $108,764 Claymont, DE $108,986 Delaware City, DE $108,872 Hockessin, DE $108,754 Kirkwood, DE $108,852 Middletown, DE $108,894 Montchanin, DE $108,779

New Castle, DE $108,795 Odessa, DE $108,948 Port Penn, DE $109,021 Rockland, DE $108,790 Saint Georges, DE $108,860 Townsend, DE $109,027 Winterthur, DE $108,803 Lewes, DE $108,339

Wilmington, DE $108,760 Dover, DE $109,192 Dover Afb, DE $108,617 Bethany Beach, DE $107,978 Bethel, DE $108,090 Bridgeville, DE $108,344 Camden Wyoming, DE $108,884 Cheswold, DE $109,156

Clayton, DE $109,160 Dagsboro, DE $107,903 Delmar, DE $107,729 Ellendale, DE $108,056 Felton, DE $108,665 Fenwick Island, DE $107,926 Frankford, DE $107,738 Frederica, DE $108,772

Georgetown, DE $107,862 Greenwood, DE $108,362 Harbeson, DE $107,977 Harrington, DE $108,527 Hartly, DE $108,865 Houston, DE $108,372 Kenton, DE $109,165 Laurel, DE $107,797

Yorklyn, DE $108,786

Cybersecurity Associate Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Cybersecurity Associate roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Internet and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 22% above the average. In contrast, Cybersecurity Associate positions in Retail & Wholesale or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Cybersecurity Associate as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Cybersecurity Associate

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Internet	$132,844	$64.0	22%
Biotechnology	$130,666	$63.0	20%
Aerospace & Defense	$121,955	$59.0	12%
Insurance	$119,777	$58.0	10%
Energy & Utilities	$117,600	$57.0	8%

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

Understanding how a Cybersecurity 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.

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$99,006

Average $108,889/year

$118,157

$8,251

Average $9,074/month

$9,846

$1,904

Average $2,094/week

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$48

Average $52/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$118,157	$9,846	$2,272	$57
Average	$108,889	$9,074	$2,094	$52
25th Percentile	$99,006	$8,251	$1,904	$48

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