What are the main factors that influence an Information Assurance'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 Information Assurance?

The Insurance industry offers the highest average compensation for Information Assurance roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

How does experience change An Information Assurance's salary?

An Information Assurance's salary grows with experience: starting around $75,388 for beginners, reaching about $76,774 at mid-level, and approach $81,219 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Information Assurance?

Information Assurance salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Information Assurance roles are District of Columbia $84,140, California $83,821, Massachusetts $82,704. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Information Assurance roles make?

Salaries for Information Assurance level roles vary by specialization: Information Assurance Specialist: $137,189; Information Assurance Manager: $127,645; Information Assurance Lead: $124,042; Information Assurance Administrator: $98,481; Information Assurance Technician: $93,793.

Information Assurance Salary in Delaware

How much does an Information Assurance make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Information Assurance in Delaware is $76,958 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $37.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $89,867
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $70,306 to $83,715
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $64,249

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Information Assurance Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$83,715	$6,976	$1,610	$40
Average	$76,958	$6,413	$1,480	$37
25th Percentile	$70,306	$5,859	$1,352	$34

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Key Factors That Influence Information Assurance Salaries

An Information Assurance'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 Information Assurance Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Information Assurance'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): $75,388
Early Career (1-2 years): $75,572
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $76,774
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $79,591
Expert (over 8 years): $81,219

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Information Assurance	$75,388
Intermediate Level Information Assurance	$75,572
Senior Level Information Assurance	$76,774
Specialist Level Information Assurance	$79,591
Expert Level Information Assurance	$81,219

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How Do Information Assurance 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 Information Assurances. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $84,140.
California: $83,821.
Massachusetts: $82,704.

District of Columbia $84,140 California $83,821 Massachusetts $82,704 Washington $82,400 New Jersey $82,369 Alaska $82,263 Connecticut $81,214 New York $80,788

Hawaii $79,428 Rhode Island $78,790 Maryland $78,357 Minnesota $77,764 Colorado $77,536 Illinois $77,460 Oregon $77,171 Delaware $76,958

New Hampshire $76,825 Virginia $76,525 Pennsylvania $75,651 Nevada $75,211 North Dakota $75,066 Michigan $74,838 Wisconsin $74,755 Vermont $74,587

Texas $74,124 Maine $74,093 Arizona $74,048 Ohio $73,995 Georgia $73,296 Indiana $72,946 Wyoming $72,878 Utah $72,771

Iowa $72,726 Kansas $72,361 Louisiana $72,254 North Carolina $72,216 Missouri $72,201 Florida $71,905 Montana $71,745 Nebraska $71,593

Kentucky $71,510 South Carolina $71,206 Tennessee $71,016 Idaho $70,940 New Mexico $70,385 Oklahoma $70,263 Alabama $69,815 South Dakota $69,063

Arkansas $68,652 West Virginia $68,432 Mississippi $67,771

Top Paying Cities for Information Assurances

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: $76,612
Little Creek: $77,173
Magnolia: $77,062

Lincoln, DE $76,612 Little Creek, DE $77,173 Magnolia, DE $77,062 Milford, DE $76,806 Marydel, DE $76,933 Millsboro, DE $76,290 Millville, DE $76,408 Milton, DE $76,540

Nassau, DE $76,596 Ocean View, DE $76,395 Rehoboth Beach, DE $76,542 Seaford, DE $76,585 Selbyville, DE $76,268 Smyrna, DE $77,226 Viola, DE $76,870 Woodside, DE $77,077

Bear, DE $76,899 Newark, DE $76,870 Claymont, DE $77,028 Delaware City, DE $76,947 Hockessin, DE $76,863 Kirkwood, DE $76,933 Middletown, DE $76,962 Montchanin, DE $76,881

New Castle, DE $76,892 Odessa, DE $77,000 Port Penn, DE $77,052 Rockland, DE $76,889 Saint Georges, DE $76,938 Townsend, DE $77,056 Winterthur, DE $76,898 Lewes, DE $76,570

Wilmington, DE $76,867 Dover, DE $77,173 Dover Afb, DE $76,766 Bethany Beach, DE $76,315 Bethel, DE $76,394 Bridgeville, DE $76,574 Camden Wyoming, DE $76,955 Cheswold, DE $77,148

Clayton, DE $77,150 Dagsboro, DE $76,262 Delmar, DE $76,139 Ellendale, DE $76,370 Felton, DE $76,800 Fenwick Island, DE $76,278 Frankford, DE $76,145 Frederica, DE $76,876

Georgetown, DE $76,233 Greenwood, DE $76,586 Harbeson, DE $76,314 Harrington, DE $76,703 Hartly, DE $76,942 Houston, DE $76,594 Kenton, DE $77,154 Laurel, DE $76,187

Yorklyn, DE $76,886

Information Assurance Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Information Assurance roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Insurance and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Information Assurance positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Information Assurance as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Information Assurance

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Insurance	$96,198	$46.0	25%
Biotechnology	$92,350	$44.0	20%
Energy & Utilities	$88,502	$43.0	15%
Telecom	$88,502	$43.0	15%
Chemicals	$84,654	$41.0	10%

Information Assurance Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Information Assurance'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 August 01, 2026

$70,306

Average $76,958/year

$83,715

$5,859

Average $6,413/month

$6,976

$1,352

Average $1,480/week

$1,610

$34

Average $37/hour

$40

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$83,715	$6,976	$1,610	$40
Average	$76,958	$6,413	$1,480	$37
25th Percentile	$70,306	$5,859	$1,352	$34

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