What are the main factors that influence a Global Controller'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 Global Controller?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Global Controller roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

How does experience change A Global Controller's salary?

A Global Controller's salary grows with experience: a Financial Control Senior Manager (5+ years)earns $163,225, a Global Controller (5+ years)earns $177,562, a Controller (5+ years)earns $254,013,

What are the highest paying states for a Global Controller?

Global Controller salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Global Controller roles are District of Columbia $192,694, California $191,963, Massachusetts $189,404. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Global Controller roles make?

Salaries for Global Controller level roles vary by specialization: Corporate Controller: $303,651; Portfolio Controller: $263,862; Project Controller: $254,201; Financial Controller: $253,900; Controller: $253,874.

Global Controller Salary in Delaware

How much does a Global Controller make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Global Controller in Delaware is $176,247 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $85.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $204,368
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $157,320 to $190,967
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $140,088

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Global Controller Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$190,967	$15,914	$3,672	$92
Average	$176,247	$14,687	$3,389	$85
25th Percentile	$157,320	$13,110	$3,025	$76

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Key Factors That Influence Global Controller Salaries

A Global 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 Global 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 Global Controllers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $192,694.
California: $191,963.
Massachusetts: $189,404.

District of Columbia $192,694 California $191,963 Massachusetts $189,404 Washington $188,708 New Jersey $188,639 Alaska $188,395 Connecticut $185,993 New York $185,019

Hawaii $181,903 Rhode Island $180,442 Maryland $179,450 Minnesota $178,092 Colorado $177,570 Illinois $177,396 Oregon $176,735 Delaware $176,247

New Hampshire $175,941 Virginia $175,255 Pennsylvania $173,254 Nevada $172,244 North Dakota $171,914 Michigan $171,392 Wisconsin $171,200 Vermont $170,817

Texas $169,756 Maine $169,686 Arizona $169,582 Ohio $169,460 Georgia $167,859 Indiana $167,058 Wyoming $166,901 Utah $166,658

Iowa $166,553 Kansas $165,718 Louisiana $165,474 North Carolina $165,387 Missouri $165,353 Florida $164,674 Montana $164,308 Nebraska $163,960

Kentucky $163,769 South Carolina $163,073 Tennessee $162,638 Idaho $162,464 New Mexico $161,193 Oklahoma $160,915 Alabama $159,888 South Dakota $158,165

Arkansas $157,225 West Virginia $156,720 Mississippi $155,206

Top Paying Cities for Global 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: $175,454
Little Creek: $176,738
Magnolia: $176,484

Lincoln, DE $175,454 Little Creek, DE $176,738 Magnolia, DE $176,484 Milford, DE $175,899 Marydel, DE $176,188 Millsboro, DE $174,717 Millville, DE $174,987 Milton, DE $175,290

Nassau, DE $175,417 Ocean View, DE $174,958 Rehoboth Beach, DE $175,294 Seaford, DE $175,393 Selbyville, DE $174,667 Smyrna, DE $176,860 Viola, DE $176,045 Woodside, DE $176,519

Bear, DE $176,112 Newark, DE $176,045 Claymont, DE $176,406 Delaware City, DE $176,221 Hockessin, DE $176,030 Kirkwood, DE $176,188 Middletown, DE $176,256 Montchanin, DE $176,070

New Castle, DE $176,096 Odessa, DE $176,343 Port Penn, DE $176,461 Rockland, DE $176,087 Saint Georges, DE $176,200 Townsend, DE $176,472 Winterthur, DE $176,108 Lewes, DE $175,358

Wilmington, DE $176,038 Dover, DE $176,738 Dover Afb, DE $175,807 Bethany Beach, DE $174,773 Bethel, DE $174,954 Bridgeville, DE $175,367 Camden Wyoming, DE $176,240 Cheswold, DE $176,681

Clayton, DE $176,686 Dagsboro, DE $174,651 Delmar, DE $174,371 Ellendale, DE $174,900 Felton, DE $175,885 Fenwick Island, DE $174,690 Frankford, DE $174,385 Frederica, DE $176,059

Georgetown, DE $174,585 Greenwood, DE $175,394 Harbeson, DE $174,771 Harrington, DE $175,663 Hartly, DE $176,209 Houston, DE $175,412 Kenton, DE $176,695 Laurel, DE $174,481

Yorklyn, DE $176,082

Global Controller Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Global Controller roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Global Controller positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Global Controller as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Global Controller

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$220,309	$106.0	25%
Biotechnology	$202,684	$97.0	15%
Internet	$197,397	$95.0	12%
Energy & Utilities	$193,872	$93.0	10%
Financial Services	$193,872	$93.0	10%

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

Understanding how a Global 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 July 01, 2026

$157,320

Average $176,247/year

$190,967

$13,110

Average $14,687/month

$15,914

$3,025

Average $3,389/week

$3,672

$76

Average $85/hour

$92

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$190,967	$15,914	$3,672	$92
Average	$176,247	$14,687	$3,389	$85
25th Percentile	$157,320	$13,110	$3,025	$76

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