What are the main factors that influence a Security Analyst's salary?

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

How does experience change a Security Analyst's salary?

A Security Analyst's salary grows with experience: starting around $114,804 for beginners, reaching about $116,726 at mid-level, and approach $124,504 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Security Analyst?

Security Analyst salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Security Analyst roles are District of Columbia $129,020, California $128,530, Massachusetts $126,817. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Security Analyst roles make?

Salaries for Security Analyst level roles vary by specialization: Cyber Security Analyst: $153,004; Security Operations Analyst: $132,146; Principal Security Analyst: $122,865; Senior Security Analyst: $121,305; Product Security Analyst: $120,704.

Security Analyst Salary in Delaware

How much does a Security Analyst make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Security Analyst in Delaware is $118,008 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $57.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $136,306
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $108,780 to $127,586
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $100,379

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Security Analyst Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$127,586	$10,632	$2,454	$61
Average	$118,008	$9,834	$2,269	$57
25th Percentile	$108,780	$9,065	$2,092	$52

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Key Factors That Influence Security Analyst Salaries

A Security Analyst'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 Security Analyst Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Security Analyst'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): $114,804
Early Career (1-2 years): $115,444
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $116,726
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $121,731
Expert (over 8 years): $124,504

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Security Analyst	$114,804
Intermediate Level Security Analyst	$115,444
Senior Level Security Analyst	$116,726
Specialist Level Security Analyst	$121,731
Expert Level Security Analyst	$124,504

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How Do Security Analyst 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 Security Analysts. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $129,020.
California: $128,530.
Massachusetts: $126,817.

District of Columbia $129,020 California $128,530 Massachusetts $126,817 Washington $126,351 New Jersey $126,305 Alaska $126,142 Connecticut $124,533 New York $123,881

Hawaii $121,795 Rhode Island $120,816 Maryland $120,152 Minnesota $119,243 Colorado $118,894 Illinois $118,777 Oregon $118,334 Delaware $118,008

New Hampshire $117,803 Virginia $117,344 Pennsylvania $116,004 Nevada $115,328 North Dakota $115,106 Michigan $114,757 Wisconsin $114,629 Vermont $114,372

Texas $113,661 Maine $113,615 Arizona $113,545 Ohio $113,463 Georgia $112,391 Indiana $111,855 Wyoming $111,750 Utah $111,587

Iowa $111,517 Kansas $110,958 Louisiana $110,795 North Carolina $110,737 Missouri $110,713 Florida $110,259 Montana $110,014 Nebraska $109,781

Kentucky $109,653 South Carolina $109,187 Tennessee $108,895 Idaho $108,779 New Mexico $107,928 Oklahoma $107,742 Alabama $107,054 South Dakota $105,901

Arkansas $105,271 West Virginia $104,933 Mississippi $103,920

Top Paying Cities for Security Analysts

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: $122,133
Little Creek: $121,003
Magnolia: $121,504

Lincoln, DE $122,133 Little Creek, DE $121,003 Magnolia, DE $121,504 Milford, DE $122,133 Marydel, DE $120,548 Millsboro, DE $122,133 Millville, DE $122,949 Milton, DE $122,133

Nassau, DE $122,133 Ocean View, DE $122,949 Rehoboth Beach, DE $122,949 Seaford, DE $120,851 Selbyville, DE $122,949 Smyrna, DE $120,408 Viola, DE $121,504 Woodside, DE $121,154

Bear, DE $119,523 Newark, DE $119,569 Claymont, DE $119,663 Delaware City, DE $119,569 Hockessin, DE $119,663 Kirkwood, DE $119,569 Middletown, DE $120,164 Montchanin, DE $119,663

New Castle, DE $119,663 Odessa, DE $120,327 Port Penn, DE $119,243 Rockland, DE $119,663 Saint Georges, DE $119,569 Townsend, DE $120,152 Winterthur, DE $119,663 Lewes, DE $122,133

Wilmington, DE $119,663 Dover, DE $120,944 Dover Afb, DE $121,224 Bethany Beach, DE $122,949 Bethel, DE $120,851 Bridgeville, DE $122,133 Camden Wyoming, DE $121,073 Cheswold, DE $120,665

Clayton, DE $120,362 Dagsboro, DE $122,949 Delmar, DE $120,851 Ellendale, DE $122,133 Felton, DE $122,133 Fenwick Island, DE $122,949 Frankford, DE $122,949 Frederica, DE $122,133

Georgetown, DE $122,133 Greenwood, DE $122,133 Harbeson, DE $122,133 Harrington, DE $122,133 Hartly, DE $120,304 Houston, DE $122,133 Kenton, DE $120,362 Laurel, DE $120,851

Yorklyn, DE $119,663

Security Analyst Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Security Analyst'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 January 01, 2026

$108,780

Average $118,008/year

$127,586

$9,065

Average $9,834/month

$10,632

$2,092

Average $2,269/week

$2,454

$52

Average $57/hour

$61

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$127,586	$10,632	$2,454	$61
Average	$118,008	$9,834	$2,269	$57
25th Percentile	$108,780	$9,065	$2,092	$52

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