What are the main factors that influence a Fiscal Director'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 Fiscal Director?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Fiscal Director roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

How does experience change A Fiscal Director's salary?

A Fiscal Director's salary grows with experience: starting around $210,017 for beginners, reaching about $213,978 at mid-level, and approach $221,619 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Fiscal Director?

Fiscal Director salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Fiscal Director roles are District of Columbia $240,752, California $239,839, Massachusetts $236,642. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Fiscal Director roles make?

Salaries for Fiscal Director level roles vary by specialization: Fiscal Manager: $127,833; Fiscal Specialist: $109,247; Director Of Fiscal Policy: $107,431; Fiscal Administrator: $78,415; Director Of Fiscal Services: $77,322.

Fiscal Director Salary in Delaware

How much does a Fiscal Director make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Fiscal Director in Delaware is $220,204 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $106.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $265,033
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $199,829 to $243,669
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $181,279

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Fiscal Director Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$243,669	$20,306	$4,686	$117
Average	$220,204	$18,350	$4,235	$106
25th Percentile	$199,829	$16,652	$3,843	$96

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Key Factors That Influence Fiscal Director Salaries

A Fiscal Director'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 Fiscal Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Fiscal Director'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): $210,017
Early Career (1-2 years): $211,714
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $213,978
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $217,374
Expert (over 8 years): $221,619

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Fiscal Director	$210,017
Intermediate Level Fiscal Director	$211,714
Senior Level Fiscal Director	$213,978
Specialist Level Fiscal Director	$217,374
Expert Level Fiscal Director	$221,619

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How Do Fiscal Director 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 Fiscal Directors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $240,752.
California: $239,839.
Massachusetts: $236,642.

District of Columbia $240,752 California $239,839 Massachusetts $236,642 Washington $235,772 New Jersey $235,685 Alaska $235,381 Connecticut $232,380 New York $231,163

Hawaii $227,270 Rhode Island $225,444 Maryland $224,204 Minnesota $222,508 Colorado $221,856 Illinois $221,639 Oregon $220,812 Delaware $220,204

New Hampshire $219,821 Virginia $218,964 Pennsylvania $216,464 Nevada $215,202 North Dakota $214,789 Michigan $214,137 Wisconsin $213,898 Vermont $213,419

Texas $212,093 Maine $212,006 Arizona $211,875 Ohio $211,723 Georgia $209,723 Indiana $208,723 Wyoming $208,527 Utah $208,222

Iowa $208,092 Kansas $207,048 Louisiana $206,744 North Carolina $206,635 Missouri $206,592 Florida $205,744 Montana $205,287 Nebraska $204,852

Kentucky $204,613 South Carolina $203,743 Tennessee $203,200 Idaho $202,982 New Mexico $201,395 Oklahoma $201,047 Alabama $199,764 South Dakota $197,611

Arkansas $196,437 West Virginia $195,807 Mississippi $193,915

Top Paying Cities for Fiscal Directors

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: $219,212
Little Creek: $220,817
Magnolia: $220,499

Lincoln, DE $219,212 Little Creek, DE $220,817 Magnolia, DE $220,499 Milford, DE $219,769 Marydel, DE $220,130 Millsboro, DE $218,292 Millville, DE $218,629 Milton, DE $219,008

Nassau, DE $219,166 Ocean View, DE $218,592 Rehoboth Beach, DE $219,012 Seaford, DE $219,136 Selbyville, DE $218,229 Smyrna, DE $220,969 Viola, DE $219,951 Woodside, DE $220,543

Bear, DE $220,034 Newark, DE $219,951 Claymont, DE $220,401 Delaware City, DE $220,171 Hockessin, DE $219,932 Kirkwood, DE $220,130 Middletown, DE $220,214 Montchanin, DE $219,982

New Castle, DE $220,014 Odessa, DE $220,323 Port Penn, DE $220,471 Rockland, DE $220,003 Saint Georges, DE $220,145 Townsend, DE $220,484 Winterthur, DE $220,030 Lewes, DE $219,092

Wilmington, DE $219,943 Dover, DE $220,817 Dover Afb, DE $219,653 Bethany Beach, DE $218,362 Bethel, DE $218,588 Bridgeville, DE $219,103 Camden Wyoming, DE $220,195 Cheswold, DE $220,745

Clayton, DE $220,751 Dagsboro, DE $218,210 Delmar, DE $217,859 Ellendale, DE $218,521 Felton, DE $219,751 Fenwick Island, DE $218,257 Frankford, DE $217,877 Frederica, DE $219,969

Georgetown, DE $218,127 Greenwood, DE $219,138 Harbeson, DE $218,360 Harrington, DE $219,473 Hartly, DE $220,156 Houston, DE $219,160 Kenton, DE $220,762 Laurel, DE $217,996

Yorklyn, DE $219,997

Fiscal Director Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Fiscal Director roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 53% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Software & Networking sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Fiscal Director positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Fiscal Director as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Fiscal Director

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$275,254	$132.0	25%
Software & Networking	$270,850	$130.0	23%
Pharmaceuticals	$253,234	$122.0	15%
Financial Services	$242,224	$116.0	10%
Insurance	$242,224	$116.0	10%

Fiscal Director Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Fiscal Director'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 July 01, 2026

$199,829

Average $220,204/year

$243,669

$16,652

Average $18,350/month

$20,306

$3,843

Average $4,235/week

$4,686

$96

Average $106/hour

$117

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$243,669	$20,306	$4,686	$117
Average	$220,204	$18,350	$4,235	$106
25th Percentile	$199,829	$16,652	$3,843	$96

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