What are the main factors that influence a Securities Operations Associate's salary?

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

How does experience change A Securities Operations Associate's salary?

A Securities Operations Associate's salary grows with experience: starting around $112,360 for beginners, reaching about $115,345 at mid-level, and approach $122,418 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Securities Operations Associate?

Securities Operations Associate salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Securities Operations Associate roles are District of Columbia $126,391, California $125,912, Massachusetts $124,234. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Securities Operations Associate roles make?

Salaries for Securities Operations Associate level roles vary by specialization: Securities and Equity Research Senior Manager: $175,530; Associate Attorney - Capital Markets and Securities: $134,182; Securities Operations Analyst: $133,181; Securities Analyst: $116,119; Associate Attorney (Corporate and Securities Practice: $104,406.

Securities Operations Associate Salary in Delaware

How much does a Securities Operations Associate make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Securities Operations Associate in Delaware is $115,604 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $56.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $134,821
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $106,261 to $125,663
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $97,754

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Securities Operations Associate Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$125,663	$10,472	$2,417	$60
Average	$115,604	$9,634	$2,223	$56
25th Percentile	$106,261	$8,855	$2,043	$51

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Key Factors That Influence Securities Operations Associate Salaries

A Securities Operations 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 Securities Operations Associate Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Securities Operations 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): $112,360
Early Career (1-2 years): $113,009
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $115,345
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $120,309
Expert (over 8 years): $122,418

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Securities Operations Associate	$112,360
Intermediate Level Securities Operations Associate	$113,009
Senior Level Securities Operations Associate	$115,345
Specialist Level Securities Operations Associate	$120,309
Expert Level Securities Operations Associate	$122,418

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

District of Columbia: $126,391.
California: $125,912.
Massachusetts: $124,234.

District of Columbia $126,391 California $125,912 Massachusetts $124,234 Washington $123,777 New Jersey $123,732 Alaska $123,572 Connecticut $121,996 New York $121,357

Hawaii $119,314 Rhode Island $118,355 Maryland $117,704 Minnesota $116,814 Colorado $116,471 Illinois $116,357 Oregon $115,923 Delaware $115,604

New Hampshire $115,403 Virginia $114,953 Pennsylvania $113,640 Nevada $112,978 North Dakota $112,761 Michigan $112,419 Wisconsin $112,293 Vermont $112,042

Texas $111,346 Maine $111,300 Arizona $111,232 Ohio $111,152 Georgia $110,102 Indiana $109,576 Wyoming $109,474 Utah $109,314

Iowa $109,245 Kansas $108,697 Louisiana $108,538 North Carolina $108,481 Missouri $108,458 Florida $108,013 Montana $107,773 Nebraska $107,544

Kentucky $107,419 South Carolina $106,962 Tennessee $106,677 Idaho $106,563 New Mexico $105,729 Oklahoma $105,547 Alabama $104,873 South Dakota $103,743

Arkansas $103,127 West Virginia $102,796 Mississippi $101,803

Top Paying Cities for Securities Operations 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: $115,083
Little Creek: $115,926
Magnolia: $115,759

Lincoln, DE $115,083 Little Creek, DE $115,926 Magnolia, DE $115,759 Milford, DE $115,375 Marydel, DE $115,565 Millsboro, DE $114,600 Millville, DE $114,777 Milton, DE $114,976

Nassau, DE $115,059 Ocean View, DE $114,758 Rehoboth Beach, DE $114,978 Seaford, DE $115,043 Selbyville, DE $114,567 Smyrna, DE $116,006 Viola, DE $115,471 Woodside, DE $115,782

Bear, DE $115,515 Newark, DE $115,471 Claymont, DE $115,708 Delaware City, DE $115,587 Hockessin, DE $115,461 Kirkwood, DE $115,565 Middletown, DE $115,609 Montchanin, DE $115,487

New Castle, DE $115,504 Odessa, DE $115,667 Port Penn, DE $115,744 Rockland, DE $115,499 Saint Georges, DE $115,573 Townsend, DE $115,751 Winterthur, DE $115,512 Lewes, DE $115,020

Wilmington, DE $115,467 Dover, DE $115,926 Dover Afb, DE $115,315 Bethany Beach, DE $114,637 Bethel, DE $114,756 Bridgeville, DE $115,026 Camden Wyoming, DE $115,599 Cheswold, DE $115,888

Clayton, DE $115,891 Dagsboro, DE $114,557 Delmar, DE $114,373 Ellendale, DE $114,720 Felton, DE $115,366 Fenwick Island, DE $114,582 Frankford, DE $114,382 Frederica, DE $115,480

Georgetown, DE $114,514 Greenwood, DE $115,044 Harbeson, DE $114,636 Harrington, DE $115,220 Hartly, DE $115,579 Houston, DE $115,056 Kenton, DE $115,897 Laurel, DE $114,445

Yorklyn, DE $115,495

Securities Operations Associate Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Securities Operations 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 May 01, 2026

$106,261

Average $115,604/year

$125,663

$8,855

Average $9,634/month

$10,472

$2,043

Average $2,223/week

$2,417

$51

Average $56/hour

$60

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$125,663	$10,472	$2,417	$60
Average	$115,604	$9,634	$2,223	$56
25th Percentile	$106,261	$8,855	$2,043	$51

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