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: an Information Security Analyst I (0-2 years)earns $77,411, an Information Security Analyst II (2-4 years)earns $91,033, an Security Analyst (4-7 years)earns $118,636, an Information Security Analyst IV (7+ years)earns $138,648, an Information Security Analyst V (7-10 years)earns $160,619,

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 $129,004, California $128,515, Massachusetts $126,802. 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: $153,043; Security Operations Analyst: $132,160; Principal Security Analyst: $122,878; Senior Security Analyst: $121,292; Product Security Analyst: $120,699.

Security Analyst Salary in Delaware

How much does a Security Analyst make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Security Analyst in Delaware is $117,994 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): $136,462
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $108,754 to $127,661
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $100,341

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Security Analyst Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$127,661	$10,638	$2,455	$61
Average	$117,994	$9,833	$2,269	$57
25th Percentile	$108,754	$9,063	$2,091	$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): $77,411
Early Career (1-2 years): $91,033
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $118,636
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $138,648
Expert (over 8 years): $160,619

Levels	Salary
Informati... Level Security Analyst	$77,411
Informati... Level Security Analyst	$91,033
Security ... Level Security Analyst	$118,636
Informati... Level Security Analyst	$138,648
Informati... Level Security Analyst	$160,619

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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: $129,004.
California: $128,515.
Massachusetts: $126,802.

District of Columbia $129,004 California $128,515 Massachusetts $126,802 Washington $126,336 New Jersey $126,290 Alaska $126,126 Connecticut $124,519 New York $123,866

Hawaii $121,780 Rhode Island $120,802 Maryland $120,138 Minnesota $119,229 Colorado $118,879 Illinois $118,763 Oregon $118,320 Delaware $117,994

New Hampshire $117,789 Virginia $117,330 Pennsylvania $115,990 Nevada $115,314 North Dakota $115,093 Michigan $114,743 Wisconsin $114,615 Vermont $114,358

Texas $113,648 Maine $113,601 Arizona $113,531 Ohio $113,450 Georgia $112,378 Indiana $111,842 Wyoming $111,737 Utah $111,574

Iowa $111,504 Kansas $110,945 Louisiana $110,782 North Carolina $110,723 Missouri $110,700 Florida $110,246 Montana $110,001 Nebraska $109,768

Kentucky $109,640 South Carolina $109,174 Tennessee $108,882 Idaho $108,766 New Mexico $107,915 Oklahoma $107,729 Alabama $107,041 South Dakota $105,888

Arkansas $105,259 West Virginia $104,921 Mississippi $103,907

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: $117,462
Little Creek: $118,322
Magnolia: $118,152

Lincoln, DE $117,462 Little Creek, DE $118,322 Magnolia, DE $118,152 Milford, DE $117,761 Marydel, DE $117,954 Millsboro, DE $116,970 Millville, DE $117,150 Milton, DE $117,353

Nassau, DE $117,438 Ocean View, DE $117,130 Rehoboth Beach, DE $117,355 Seaford, DE $117,422 Selbyville, DE $116,936 Smyrna, DE $118,404 Viola, DE $117,859 Woodside, DE $118,175

Bear, DE $117,903 Newark, DE $117,859 Claymont, DE $118,100 Delaware City, DE $117,976 Hockessin, DE $117,848 Kirkwood, DE $117,954 Middletown, DE $118,000 Montchanin, DE $117,875

New Castle, DE $117,892 Odessa, DE $118,058 Port Penn, DE $118,137 Rockland, DE $117,887 Saint Georges, DE $117,962 Townsend, DE $118,144 Winterthur, DE $117,901 Lewes, DE $117,398

Wilmington, DE $117,854 Dover, DE $118,322 Dover Afb, DE $117,699 Bethany Beach, DE $117,007 Bethel, DE $117,128 Bridgeville, DE $117,404 Camden Wyoming, DE $117,989 Cheswold, DE $118,284

Clayton, DE $118,287 Dagsboro, DE $116,925 Delmar, DE $116,738 Ellendale, DE $117,092 Felton, DE $117,751 Fenwick Island, DE $116,951 Frankford, DE $116,747 Frederica, DE $117,868

Georgetown, DE $116,881 Greenwood, DE $117,423 Harbeson, DE $117,006 Harrington, DE $117,602 Hartly, DE $117,968 Houston, DE $117,434 Kenton, DE $118,293 Laurel, DE $116,811

Yorklyn, DE $117,883

Security Analyst Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Security Analyst roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Security Analyst positions in Retail & Wholesale or MFG Nondurable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Security Analyst as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Security Analyst

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$141,592	$68.0	20%
Biotechnology	$141,592	$68.0	20%
Energy & Utilities	$141,592	$68.0	20%
Financial Services	$141,592	$68.0	20%
Pharmaceuticals	$141,592	$68.0	20%

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.

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$108,754

Average $117,994/year

$127,661

$9,063

Average $9,833/month

$10,638

$2,091

Average $2,269/week

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$52

Average $57/hour

$61

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$127,661	$10,638	$2,455	$61
Average	$117,994	$9,833	$2,269	$57
25th Percentile	$108,754	$9,063	$2,091	$52

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