What are the main factors that influence a County Administrator'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 County Administrator?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for County Administrator roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

How does experience change A County Administrator's salary?

A County Administrator's salary grows with experience: a Government Affairs Specialist I (2-4 years)earns $91,979, a Government Affairs Specialist II (4-7 years)earns $107,573, a County Administrator (7+ years)earns $153,019, a Government Affairs Specialist IV (7-10 years)earns $183,624, a Government Affairs Manager (10+ years)earns $155,079,

What are the highest paying states for a County Administrator?

County Administrator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for County Administrator roles are District of Columbia $167,495, California $166,860, Massachusetts $164,636. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of County Administrator roles make?

Salaries for County Administrator level roles vary by specialization: Deputy County Administrator: $217,746; County Manager: $152,753; County Attorney: $112,806; Assistant County Administrator: $107,908; County Engineer: $75,369.

County Administrator Salary in Delaware

How much does a County Administrator make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a County Administrator in Delaware is $153,199 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $74.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $157,899
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $139,293 to $155,659
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $126,632

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County Administrator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$155,659	$12,972	$2,993	$75
Average	$153,199	$12,767	$2,946	$74
25th Percentile	$139,293	$11,608	$2,679	$67

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Key Factors That Influence County Administrator Salaries

A County Administrator'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 County Administrator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a County Administrator'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): $91,979
Early Career (1-2 years): $107,573
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $153,019
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $183,624
Expert (over 8 years): $155,079

Levels	Salary
Governmen... Level County Administrator	$91,979
Governmen... Level County Administrator	$107,573
County Ad... Level County Administrator	$153,019
Governmen... Level County Administrator	$183,624
Governmen... Level County Administrator	$155,079

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How Do County Administrator 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 County Administrators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $167,495.
California: $166,860.
Massachusetts: $164,636.

District of Columbia $167,495 California $166,860 Massachusetts $164,636 Washington $164,031 New Jersey $163,970 Alaska $163,758 Connecticut $161,671 New York $160,824

Hawaii $158,116 Rhode Island $156,845 Maryland $155,983 Minnesota $154,803 Colorado $154,349 Illinois $154,198 Oregon $153,623 Delaware $153,199

New Hampshire $152,933 Virginia $152,337 Pennsylvania $150,597 Nevada $149,720 North Dakota $149,432 Michigan $148,979 Wisconsin $148,812 Vermont $148,479

Texas $147,557 Maine $147,496 Arizona $147,405 Ohio $147,299 Georgia $145,908 Indiana $145,212 Wyoming $145,076 Utah $144,864

Iowa $144,773 Kansas $144,047 Louisiana $143,835 North Carolina $143,759 Missouri $143,729 Florida $143,139 Montana $142,822 Nebraska $142,519

Kentucky $142,353 South Carolina $141,747 Tennessee $141,369 Idaho $141,218 New Mexico $140,114 Oklahoma $139,872 Alabama $138,979 South Dakota $137,481

Arkansas $136,665 West Virginia $136,226 Mississippi $134,910

Top Paying Cities for County Administrators

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: $152,509
Little Creek: $153,626
Magnolia: $153,405

Lincoln, DE $152,509 Little Creek, DE $153,626 Magnolia, DE $153,405 Milford, DE $152,897 Marydel, DE $153,148 Millsboro, DE $151,869 Millville, DE $152,104 Milton, DE $152,367

Nassau, DE $152,478 Ocean View, DE $152,078 Rehoboth Beach, DE $152,370 Seaford, DE $152,456 Selbyville, DE $151,826 Smyrna, DE $153,732 Viola, DE $153,024 Woodside, DE $153,435

Bear, DE $153,081 Newark, DE $153,024 Claymont, DE $153,337 Delaware City, DE $153,177 Hockessin, DE $153,010 Kirkwood, DE $153,148 Middletown, DE $153,207 Montchanin, DE $153,045

New Castle, DE $153,068 Odessa, DE $153,282 Port Penn, DE $153,385 Rockland, DE $153,060 Saint Georges, DE $153,158 Townsend, DE $153,394 Winterthur, DE $153,078 Lewes, DE $152,426

Wilmington, DE $153,018 Dover, DE $153,626 Dover Afb, DE $152,816 Bethany Beach, DE $151,918 Bethel, DE $152,075 Bridgeville, DE $152,434 Camden Wyoming, DE $153,193 Cheswold, DE $153,576

Clayton, DE $153,580 Dagsboro, DE $151,812 Delmar, DE $151,568 Ellendale, DE $152,028 Felton, DE $152,885 Fenwick Island, DE $151,845 Frankford, DE $151,581 Frederica, DE $153,036

Georgetown, DE $151,755 Greenwood, DE $152,458 Harbeson, DE $151,916 Harrington, DE $152,691 Hartly, DE $153,166 Houston, DE $152,473 Kenton, DE $153,588 Laurel, DE $151,664

Yorklyn, DE $153,056

County Administrator Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For County Administrator roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 80% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, County Administrator positions in Telecom or MFG Durable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view County Administrator as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a County Administrator

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services	$214,479	$103.0	40%
Aerospace & Defense	$199,159	$96.0	30%
Internet	$191,499	$92.0	25%
Biotechnology	$183,839	$88.0	20%
Business Services	$176,179	$85.0	15%

County Administrator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a County Administrator'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

$139,293

Average $153,199/year

$155,659

$11,608

Average $12,767/month

$12,972

$2,679

Average $2,946/week

$2,993

$67

Average $74/hour

$75

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$155,659	$12,972	$2,993	$75
Average	$153,199	$12,767	$2,946	$74
25th Percentile	$139,293	$11,608	$2,679	$67

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