What are the main factors that influence an Industrial Controls Technician'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 Industrial Controls Technician?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Industrial Controls Technician roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

How does experience change An Industrial Controls Technician's salary?

An Industrial Controls Technician's salary grows with experience: a CNC Machine Operator I (1-3 years)earns $48,647, a Industrial Controls Technician (3-5 years)earns $61,612, a CNC Machine Operator III (5-7 years)earns $70,065,

What are the highest paying states for an Industrial Controls Technician?

Industrial Controls Technician salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Industrial Controls Technician roles are District of Columbia $66,886, California $66,632, Massachusetts $65,744. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Industrial Controls Technician roles make?

Salaries for Industrial Controls Technician level roles vary by specialization: Controls Systems Technician: $92,841; Equipment & Controls Technician: $89,919; Instrument And Controls Technician: $88,693; Automation Controls Technician: $85,538; Network Controls Technician: $69,806.

Industrial Controls Technician Salary in Delaware

How much does an Industrial Controls Technician make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Industrial Controls Technician in Delaware is $61,177 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

However, an Industrial Controls Technician's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $73,870
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $54,904 to $67,821
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $49,192

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Industrial Controls Technician Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$67,821	$5,652	$1,304	$33
Average	$61,177	$5,098	$1,176	$29
25th Percentile	$54,904	$4,575	$1,056	$26

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Key Factors That Influence Industrial Controls Technician Salaries

An Industrial Controls Technician'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 Industrial Controls Technician 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 Industrial Controls Technicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $66,886.
California: $66,632.
Massachusetts: $65,744.

District of Columbia $66,886 California $66,632 Massachusetts $65,744 Washington $65,502 New Jersey $65,478 Alaska $65,393 Connecticut $64,560 New York $64,221

Hawaii $63,140 Rhode Island $62,633 Maryland $62,288 Minnesota $61,817 Colorado $61,636 Illinois $61,576 Oregon $61,346 Delaware $61,177

New Hampshire $61,070 Virginia $60,832 Pennsylvania $60,138 Nevada $59,787 North Dakota $59,673 Michigan $59,491 Wisconsin $59,425 Vermont $59,292

Texas $58,924 Maine $58,899 Arizona $58,863 Ohio $58,821 Georgia $58,265 Indiana $57,987 Wyoming $57,933 Utah $57,848

Iowa $57,812 Kansas $57,522 Louisiana $57,437 North Carolina $57,407 Missouri $57,395 Florida $57,160 Montana $57,033 Nebraska $56,912

Kentucky $56,845 South Carolina $56,604 Tennessee $56,453 Idaho $56,392 New Mexico $55,951 Oklahoma $55,855 Alabama $55,498 South Dakota $54,900

Arkansas $54,574 West Virginia $54,399 Mississippi $53,873

Top Paying Cities for Industrial Controls Technicians

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: $60,901
Little Creek: $61,347
Magnolia: $61,259

Lincoln, DE $60,901 Little Creek, DE $61,347 Magnolia, DE $61,259 Milford, DE $61,056 Marydel, DE $61,156 Millsboro, DE $60,646 Millville, DE $60,739 Milton, DE $60,845

Nassau, DE $60,889 Ocean View, DE $60,729 Rehoboth Beach, DE $60,846 Seaford, DE $60,880 Selbyville, DE $60,628 Smyrna, DE $61,389 Viola, DE $61,107 Woodside, DE $61,271

Bear, DE $61,130 Newark, DE $61,107 Claymont, DE $61,232 Delaware City, DE $61,168 Hockessin, DE $61,101 Kirkwood, DE $61,156 Middletown, DE $61,180 Montchanin, DE $61,115

New Castle, DE $61,124 Odessa, DE $61,210 Port Penn, DE $61,251 Rockland, DE $61,121 Saint Georges, DE $61,160 Townsend, DE $61,255 Winterthur, DE $61,128 Lewes, DE $60,868

Wilmington, DE $61,104 Dover, DE $61,347 Dover Afb, DE $61,024 Bethany Beach, DE $60,665 Bethel, DE $60,728 Bridgeville, DE $60,871 Camden Wyoming, DE $61,174 Cheswold, DE $61,327

Clayton, DE $61,329 Dagsboro, DE $60,623 Delmar, DE $60,526 Ellendale, DE $60,709 Felton, DE $61,051 Fenwick Island, DE $60,636 Frankford, DE $60,530 Frederica, DE $61,112

Georgetown, DE $60,600 Greenwood, DE $60,881 Harbeson, DE $60,665 Harrington, DE $60,974 Hartly, DE $61,164 Houston, DE $60,887 Kenton, DE $61,332 Laurel, DE $60,564

Yorklyn, DE $61,119

Industrial Controls Technician Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Industrial Controls Technician roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 80% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Industrial Controls Technician positions in Retail & Wholesale or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Industrial Controls Technician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Industrial Controls Technician

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$85,648	$41.0	40%
Aerospace & Defense	$79,530	$38.0	30%
Energy & Utilities	$70,353	$34.0	15%

Industrial Controls Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Industrial Controls Technician'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

$54,904

Average $61,177/year

$67,821

$4,575

Average $5,098/month

$5,652

$1,056

Average $1,176/week

$1,304

$26

Average $29/hour

$33

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$67,821	$5,652	$1,304	$33
Average	$61,177	$5,098	$1,176	$29
25th Percentile	$54,904	$4,575	$1,056	$26

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