What are the main factors that influence a Data Controller's salary?

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

How does experience change a Data Controller's salary?

A Data Controller's salary grows with experience: starting around $247,985 for beginners, reaching about $251,885 at mid-level, and approach $261,790 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Data Controller?

Data Controller salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Data Controller roles are District of Columbia $279,324, California $278,265, Massachusetts $274,556. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Data Controller roles make?

Salaries for Data Controller level roles vary by specialization: Controller: $253,381; Business Unit Controller, Sr.: $179,961; Business Unit Controller: $138,564; Project Cost Controller: $116,200; Master Data Controller: $105,037.

Data Controller Salary in Delaware

How much does a Data Controller make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Data Controller in Delaware is $255,484 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $123.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $311,610
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $233,887 to $284,862
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $214,224

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Data Controller Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$284,862	$23,739	$5,478	$137
Average	$255,484	$21,290	$4,913	$123
25th Percentile	$233,887	$19,491	$4,498	$112

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Key Factors That Influence Data Controller Salaries

A Data 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 Data Controller Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Data 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): $247,985
Early Career (1-2 years): $249,485
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $251,885
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $254,884
Expert (over 8 years): $261,790

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Data Controller	$247,985
Intermediate Level Data Controller	$249,485
Senior Level Data Controller	$251,885
Specialist Level Data Controller	$254,884
Expert Level Data Controller	$261,790

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

District of Columbia: $279,324.
California: $278,265.
Massachusetts: $274,556.

District of Columbia $279,324 California $278,265 Massachusetts $274,556 Washington $273,547 New Jersey $273,446 Alaska $273,093 Connecticut $269,612 New York $268,199

Hawaii $263,683 Rhode Island $261,564 Maryland $260,126 Minnesota $258,158 Colorado $257,401 Illinois $257,149 Oregon $256,190 Delaware $255,484

New Hampshire $255,040 Virginia $254,046 Pennsylvania $251,145 Nevada $249,682 North Dakota $249,202 Michigan $248,445 Wisconsin $248,168 Vermont $247,613

Texas $246,074 Maine $245,973 Arizona $245,822 Ohio $245,645 Georgia $243,324 Indiana $242,164 Wyoming $241,937 Utah $241,583

Iowa $241,432 Kansas $240,221 Louisiana $239,868 North Carolina $239,742 Missouri $239,691 Florida $238,707 Montana $238,178 Nebraska $237,673

Kentucky $237,395 South Carolina $236,386 Tennessee $235,756 Idaho $235,503 New Mexico $233,662 Oklahoma $233,258 Alabama $231,770 South Dakota $229,272

Arkansas $227,910 West Virginia $227,178 Mississippi $224,983

Top Paying Cities for Data 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: $264,415
Little Creek: $261,968
Magnolia: $263,052

Lincoln, DE $264,415 Little Creek, DE $261,968 Magnolia, DE $263,052 Milford, DE $264,415 Marydel, DE $260,984 Millsboro, DE $264,415 Millville, DE $266,181 Milton, DE $264,415

Nassau, DE $264,415 Ocean View, DE $266,181 Rehoboth Beach, DE $266,181 Seaford, DE $261,640 Selbyville, DE $266,181 Smyrna, DE $260,681 Viola, DE $263,052 Woodside, DE $262,296

Bear, DE $258,764 Newark, DE $258,865 Claymont, DE $259,066 Delaware City, DE $258,865 Hockessin, DE $259,066 Kirkwood, DE $258,865 Middletown, DE $260,151 Montchanin, DE $259,066

New Castle, DE $259,066 Odessa, DE $260,504 Port Penn, DE $258,158 Rockland, DE $259,066 Saint Georges, DE $258,865 Townsend, DE $260,126 Winterthur, DE $259,066 Lewes, DE $264,415

Wilmington, DE $259,066 Dover, DE $261,841 Dover Afb, DE $262,447 Bethany Beach, DE $266,181 Bethel, DE $261,640 Bridgeville, DE $264,415 Camden Wyoming, DE $262,119 Cheswold, DE $261,236

Clayton, DE $260,580 Dagsboro, DE $266,181 Delmar, DE $261,640 Ellendale, DE $264,415 Felton, DE $264,415 Fenwick Island, DE $266,181 Frankford, DE $266,181 Frederica, DE $264,415

Georgetown, DE $264,415 Greenwood, DE $264,415 Harbeson, DE $264,415 Harrington, DE $264,415 Hartly, DE $260,454 Houston, DE $264,415 Kenton, DE $260,580 Laurel, DE $261,640

Yorklyn, DE $259,066

Data Controller Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Data 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 January 01, 2026

$233,887

Average $255,484/year

$284,862

$19,491

Average $21,290/month

$23,739

$4,498

Average $4,913/week

$5,478

$112

Average $123/hour

$137

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$284,862	$23,739	$5,478	$137
Average	$255,484	$21,290	$4,913	$123
25th Percentile	$233,887	$19,491	$4,498	$112

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