What are the main factors that influence an Area Controller's salary?

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

How does experience change An Area Controller's salary?

An Area Controller's salary grows with experience: a Financial Control Senior Manager (5+ years)earns $164,184, a Financial Control Director (5+ years)earns $178,605, a Area Controller (5+ years)earns $255,504,

What are the highest paying states for an Area Controller?

Area Controller salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Area Controller roles are District of Columbia $281,962, California $280,892, Massachusetts $277,149. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Area Controller roles make?

Salaries for Area Controller level roles vary by specialization: Business Unit Controller, Sr.: $180,179; Deputy Controller: $163,200; Assistant Financial Controller: $163,140; Information Technology Controller: $145,480; IT Controller: $145,477.

Area Controller Salary in Delaware

How much does an Area Controller make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Area Controller in Delaware is $257,896 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $124.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $320,058
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $237,704 to $290,434
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $219,320

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Area Controller Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$290,434	$24,203	$5,585	$140
Average	$257,896	$21,491	$4,960	$124
25th Percentile	$237,704	$19,809	$4,571	$114

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Key Factors That Influence Area Controller Salaries

An Area Controller'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 Area Controller 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 Area Controllers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $281,962.
California: $280,892.
Massachusetts: $277,149.

District of Columbia $281,962 California $280,892 Massachusetts $277,149 Washington $276,130 New Jersey $276,028 Alaska $275,672 Connecticut $272,157 New York $270,731

Hawaii $266,173 Rhode Island $264,034 Maryland $262,582 Minnesota $260,596 Colorado $259,832 Illinois $259,577 Oregon $258,609 Delaware $257,896

New Hampshire $257,448 Virginia $256,445 Pennsylvania $253,516 Nevada $252,039 North Dakota $251,555 Michigan $250,791 Wisconsin $250,511 Vermont $249,951

Texas $248,397 Maine $248,295 Arizona $248,143 Ohio $247,964 Georgia $245,621 Indiana $244,450 Wyoming $244,221 Utah $243,864

Iowa $243,712 Kansas $242,489 Louisiana $242,133 North Carolina $242,005 Missouri $241,954 Florida $240,961 Montana $240,426 Nebraska $239,917

Kentucky $239,637 South Carolina $238,618 Tennessee $237,982 Idaho $237,727 New Mexico $235,868 Oklahoma $235,460 Alabama $233,958 South Dakota $231,437

Arkansas $230,062 West Virginia $229,323 Mississippi $227,108

Top Paying Cities for Area Controllers

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: $256,735
Little Creek: $258,614
Magnolia: $258,243

Lincoln, DE $256,735 Little Creek, DE $258,614 Magnolia, DE $258,243 Milford, DE $257,387 Marydel, DE $257,810 Millsboro, DE $255,658 Millville, DE $256,052 Milton, DE $256,496

Nassau, DE $256,681 Ocean View, DE $256,009 Rehoboth Beach, DE $256,501 Seaford, DE $256,646 Selbyville, DE $255,584 Smyrna, DE $258,793 Viola, DE $257,601 Woodside, DE $258,293

Bear, DE $257,698 Newark, DE $257,601 Claymont, DE $258,128 Delaware City, DE $257,858 Hockessin, DE $257,578 Kirkwood, DE $257,810 Middletown, DE $257,909 Montchanin, DE $257,636

New Castle, DE $257,675 Odessa, DE $258,036 Port Penn, DE $258,209 Rockland, DE $257,662 Saint Georges, DE $257,827 Townsend, DE $258,225 Winterthur, DE $257,692 Lewes, DE $256,595

Wilmington, DE $257,591 Dover, DE $258,614 Dover Afb, DE $257,252 Bethany Beach, DE $255,739 Bethel, DE $256,004 Bridgeville, DE $256,608 Camden Wyoming, DE $257,886 Cheswold, DE $258,530

Clayton, DE $258,538 Dagsboro, DE $255,561 Delmar, DE $255,151 Ellendale, DE $255,925 Felton, DE $257,367 Fenwick Island, DE $255,617 Frankford, DE $255,171 Frederica, DE $257,621

Georgetown, DE $255,464 Greenwood, DE $256,648 Harbeson, DE $255,737 Harrington, DE $257,041 Hartly, DE $257,840 Houston, DE $256,674 Kenton, DE $258,551 Laurel, DE $255,311

Yorklyn, DE $257,654

Area Controller Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Area Controller roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 47% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 22% above the average. In contrast, Area Controller positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Area Controller as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Area Controller

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$314,633	$151.0	22%
Energy & Utilities	$309,475	$149.0	20%
Insurance	$304,318	$146.0	18%
Internet	$288,844	$139.0	12%
Aerospace & Defense	$283,686	$136.0	10%

Area Controller Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Area Controller'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

$237,704

Average $257,896/year

$290,434

$19,809

Average $21,491/month

$24,203

$4,571

Average $4,960/week

$5,585

$114

Average $124/hour

$140

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$290,434	$24,203	$5,585	$140
Average	$257,896	$21,491	$4,960	$124
25th Percentile	$237,704	$19,809	$4,571	$114

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