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: a Financial Control Senior Manager (5+ years)earns $169,352, a Financial Control Director (5+ years)earns $184,243, a Data Controller (5+ years)earns $263,438,

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 $279,750, California $278,688, Massachusetts $274,974. 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: $253,707; Business Unit Controller, Sr.: $180,105; Business Unit Controller: $138,615; Project Cost Controller: $116,200; Master Data Controller: $104,997.

Data Controller Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Data Controller make in Rhode Island?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Data Controller in Rhode Island is $261,962 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $126.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $319,560
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $240,701 to $292,111
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $221,345

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Data Controller Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$292,111	$24,343	$5,618	$140
Average	$261,962	$21,830	$5,038	$126
25th Percentile	$240,701	$20,058	$4,629	$116

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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 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: $279,750.
California: $278,688.
Massachusetts: $274,974.

District of Columbia $279,750 California $278,688 Massachusetts $274,974 Washington $273,964 New Jersey $273,863 Alaska $273,509 Connecticut $270,022 New York $268,607

Hawaii $264,084 Rhode Island $261,962 Maryland $260,522 Minnesota $258,551 Colorado $257,793 Illinois $257,540 Oregon $256,580 Delaware $255,873

New Hampshire $255,428 Virginia $254,433 Pennsylvania $251,527 Nevada $250,062 North Dakota $249,581 Michigan $248,824 Wisconsin $248,546 Vermont $247,990

Texas $246,448 Maine $246,347 Arizona $246,196 Ohio $246,019 Georgia $243,694 Indiana $242,532 Wyoming $242,305 Utah $241,951

Iowa $241,799 Kansas $240,587 Louisiana $240,233 North Carolina $240,107 Missouri $240,056 Florida $239,071 Montana $238,540 Nebraska $238,035

Kentucky $237,757 South Carolina $236,746 Tennessee $236,115 Idaho $235,862 New Mexico $234,017 Oklahoma $233,613 Alabama $232,122 South Dakota $229,621

Arkansas $228,257 West Virginia $227,524 Mississippi $225,326

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:

Adamsville: $265,237
Albion: $262,995
Ashaway: $264,734

Adamsville, RI $265,237 Albion, RI $262,995 Ashaway, RI $264,734 Barrington, RI $262,303 Block Island, RI $263,764 Bradford, RI $264,575 Bristol, RI $263,314 Carolina, RI $264,137

Charlestown, RI $264,233 Chepachet, RI $263,708 Clayville, RI $262,973 Coventry, RI $262,985 West Greenwich, RI $263,710 East Greenwich, RI $262,808 Exeter, RI $263,637 Fiskeville, RI $262,298

Forestdale, RI $264,319 Foster, RI $263,569 Glendale, RI $264,340 Greene, RI $263,915 Greenville, RI $262,399 Harmony, RI $262,738 Harrisville, RI $264,226 Hope, RI $262,462

Hope Valley, RI $264,501 Hopkinton, RI $264,850 Jamestown, RI $263,966 Kenyon, RI $264,105 Little Compton, RI $265,196 Manville, RI $263,342 Mapleville, RI $263,758 Newport, RI $264,231

Middletown, RI $264,347 North Kingstown, RI $263,261 North Scituate, RI $262,740 Oakland, RI $264,044 Pascoag, RI $264,400 Pawtucket, RI $261,912 Central Falls, RI $262,028 Cumberland, RI $263,516

Lincoln, RI $262,290 Portsmouth, RI $264,203 Prudence Island, RI $263,660 Rockville, RI $264,810 Saunderstown, RI $263,806 Shannock, RI $264,120 Slatersville, RI $264,322 Slocum, RI $263,799

Tiverton, RI $265,007 Wakefield, RI $264,031 Kingston, RI $263,930 Narragansett, RI $264,105 Peace Dale, RI $263,999 Warren, RI $262,980 Warwick, RI $262,248 Westerly, RI $264,797

West Kingston, RI $264,014 West Warwick, RI $262,568 Wood River Junction, RI $264,390 Woonsocket, RI $264,335 North Smithfield, RI $263,733 Wyoming, RI $264,120 Providence, RI $261,836 Cranston, RI $261,871

North Providence, RI $261,901 East Providence, RI $261,853 Riverside, RI $261,937 Rumford, RI $261,899 Smithfield, RI $262,429 Johnston, RI $261,990

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 May 01, 2026

$240,701

Average $261,962/year

$292,111

$20,058

Average $21,830/month

$24,343

$4,629

Average $5,038/week

$5,618

$116

Average $126/hour

$140

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$292,111	$24,343	$5,618	$140
Average	$261,962	$21,830	$5,038	$126
25th Percentile	$240,701	$20,058	$4,629	$116

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