What are the main factors that influence an Equity Associate's salary?

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

How does experience change an Equity Associate's salary?

An Equity Associate's salary grows with experience: starting around $86,284 for beginners, reaching about $88,656 at mid-level, and approach $89,223 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Equity Associate?

Equity Associate salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Equity Associate roles are District of Columbia $94,336, California $93,978, Massachusetts $92,726. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Equity Associate roles make?

Salaries for Equity Associate level roles vary by specialization: Equity Partner: $136,654; Equity Research Associate: $116,441; Senior Equity Research Associate: $114,566; Equity Analyst: $114,371; Biotechnology Equity Research Associate: $113,952.

Equity Associate Salary in Delaware

How much does an Equity Associate make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for an Equity Associate in Delaware is $86,284 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $41.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $99,705
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $79,922 to $93,309
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $74,130

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Equity Associate Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$93,309	$7,776	$1,794	$45
Average	$86,284	$7,190	$1,659	$41
25th Percentile	$79,922	$6,660	$1,537	$38

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Key Factors That Influence Equity Associate Salaries

An Equity 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 Equity Associate Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Equity 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): $86,284
Early Career (1-2 years): $86,953
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $88,656
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $88,996
Expert (over 8 years): $89,223

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Equity Associate	$86,284
Intermediate Level Equity Associate	$86,953
Senior Level Equity Associate	$88,656
Specialist Level Equity Associate	$88,996
Expert Level Equity Associate	$89,223

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

District of Columbia: $94,336.
California: $93,978.
Massachusetts: $92,726.

District of Columbia $94,336 California $93,978 Massachusetts $92,726 Washington $92,385 New Jersey $92,351 Alaska $92,231 Connecticut $91,056 New York $90,578

Hawaii $89,053 Rhode Island $88,338 Maryland $87,852 Minnesota $87,187 Colorado $86,932 Illinois $86,847 Oregon $86,523 Delaware $86,284

New Hampshire $86,134 Virginia $85,799 Pennsylvania $84,819 Nevada $84,325 North Dakota $84,163 Michigan $83,907 Wisconsin $83,813 Vermont $83,626

Texas $83,106 Maine $83,072 Arizona $83,021 Ohio $82,961 Georgia $82,178 Indiana $81,786 Wyoming $81,709 Utah $81,590

Iowa $81,539 Kansas $81,130 Louisiana $81,010 North Carolina $80,968 Missouri $80,951 Florida $80,618 Montana $80,439 Nebraska $80,269

Kentucky $80,175 South Carolina $79,834 Tennessee $79,621 Idaho $79,536 New Mexico $78,914 Oklahoma $78,778 Alabama $78,275 South Dakota $77,432

Arkansas $76,972 West Virginia $76,725 Mississippi $75,983

Top Paying Cities for Equity 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: $89,300
Little Creek: $88,474
Magnolia: $88,840

Lincoln, DE $89,300 Little Creek, DE $88,474 Magnolia, DE $88,840 Milford, DE $89,300 Marydel, DE $88,142 Millsboro, DE $89,300 Millville, DE $89,897 Milton, DE $89,300

Nassau, DE $89,300 Ocean View, DE $89,897 Rehoboth Beach, DE $89,897 Seaford, DE $88,363 Selbyville, DE $89,897 Smyrna, DE $88,039 Viola, DE $88,840 Woodside, DE $88,585

Bear, DE $87,392 Newark, DE $87,426 Claymont, DE $87,494 Delaware City, DE $87,426 Hockessin, DE $87,494 Kirkwood, DE $87,426 Middletown, DE $87,861 Montchanin, DE $87,494

New Castle, DE $87,494 Odessa, DE $87,980 Port Penn, DE $87,187 Rockland, DE $87,494 Saint Georges, DE $87,426 Townsend, DE $87,852 Winterthur, DE $87,494 Lewes, DE $89,300

Wilmington, DE $87,494 Dover, DE $88,431 Dover Afb, DE $88,636 Bethany Beach, DE $89,897 Bethel, DE $88,363 Bridgeville, DE $89,300 Camden Wyoming, DE $88,525 Cheswold, DE $88,227

Clayton, DE $88,005 Dagsboro, DE $89,897 Delmar, DE $88,363 Ellendale, DE $89,300 Felton, DE $89,300 Fenwick Island, DE $89,897 Frankford, DE $89,897 Frederica, DE $89,300

Georgetown, DE $89,300 Greenwood, DE $89,300 Harbeson, DE $89,300 Harrington, DE $89,300 Hartly, DE $87,963 Houston, DE $89,300 Kenton, DE $88,005 Laurel, DE $88,363

Yorklyn, DE $87,494

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

Understanding how an Equity 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.

Last Updated on January 01, 2026

$79,922

Average $86,284/year

$93,309

$6,660

Average $7,190/month

$7,776

$1,537

Average $1,659/week

$1,794

$38

Average $41/hour

$45

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$93,309	$7,776	$1,794	$45
Average	$86,284	$7,190	$1,659	$41
25th Percentile	$79,922	$6,660	$1,537	$38

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