What are the main factors that influence a Cryptologic Linguist's salary?

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

How does experience change A Cryptologic Linguist's salary?

A Cryptologic Linguist's salary grows with experience: starting around $60,827 for beginners, reaching about $63,632 at mid-level, and approach $66,463 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Cryptologic Linguist?

Cryptologic Linguist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Cryptologic Linguist roles are District of Columbia $69,570, California $69,306, Massachusetts $68,382. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Cryptologic Linguist roles make?

Salaries for Cryptologic Linguist level roles vary by specialization: Cryptologic Technician Virtual: $118,606; Cryptologic Warfare Officer: $80,902; Linguist: $68,422; 35P Cryptologic Linguist: $65,206; Arabic Linguist: $64,355.

Cryptologic Linguist Salary in Delaware

How much does a Cryptologic Linguist make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Cryptologic Linguist in Delaware is $63,632 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $31.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $75,891
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $56,690 to $70,049
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $50,370

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Cryptologic Linguist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$70,049	$5,837	$1,347	$34
Average	$63,632	$5,303	$1,224	$31
25th Percentile	$56,690	$4,724	$1,090	$27

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Key Factors That Influence Cryptologic Linguist Salaries

A Cryptologic Linguist'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 Cryptologic Linguist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Cryptologic Linguist'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): $60,827
Early Career (1-2 years): $61,039
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $63,632
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $66,274
Expert (over 8 years): $66,463

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Cryptologic Linguist	$60,827
Intermediate Level Cryptologic Linguist	$61,039
Senior Level Cryptologic Linguist	$63,632
Specialist Level Cryptologic Linguist	$66,274
Expert Level Cryptologic Linguist	$66,463

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How Do Cryptologic Linguist 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 Cryptologic Linguists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $69,570.
California: $69,306.
Massachusetts: $68,382.

District of Columbia $69,570 California $69,306 Massachusetts $68,382 Washington $68,131 New Jersey $68,106 Alaska $68,018 Connecticut $67,151 New York $66,799

Hawaii $65,674 Rhode Island $65,146 Maryland $64,788 Minnesota $64,298 Colorado $64,110 Illinois $64,047 Oregon $63,808 Delaware $63,632

New Hampshire $63,522 Virginia $63,274 Pennsylvania $62,551 Nevada $62,187 North Dakota $62,068 Michigan $61,879 Wisconsin $61,810 Vermont $61,672

Texas $61,288 Maine $61,263 Arizona $61,226 Ohio $61,182 Georgia $60,603 Indiana $60,314 Wyoming $60,258 Utah $60,170

Iowa $60,132 Kansas $59,831 Louisiana $59,743 North Carolina $59,711 Missouri $59,699 Florida $59,454 Montana $59,322 Nebraska $59,196

Kentucky $59,127 South Carolina $58,876 Tennessee $58,718 Idaho $58,656 New Mexico $58,197 Oklahoma $58,096 Alabama $57,726 South Dakota $57,104

Arkansas $56,764 West Virginia $56,582 Mississippi $56,035

Top Paying Cities for Cryptologic Linguists

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: $63,346
Little Creek: $63,809
Magnolia: $63,718

Lincoln, DE $63,346 Little Creek, DE $63,809 Magnolia, DE $63,718 Milford, DE $63,506 Marydel, DE $63,611 Millsboro, DE $63,080 Millville, DE $63,177 Milton, DE $63,287

Nassau, DE $63,332 Ocean View, DE $63,166 Rehoboth Beach, DE $63,288 Seaford, DE $63,324 Selbyville, DE $63,062 Smyrna, DE $63,853 Viola, DE $63,559 Woodside, DE $63,730

Bear, DE $63,583 Newark, DE $63,559 Claymont, DE $63,689 Delaware City, DE $63,623 Hockessin, DE $63,554 Kirkwood, DE $63,611 Middletown, DE $63,635 Montchanin, DE $63,568

New Castle, DE $63,577 Odessa, DE $63,667 Port Penn, DE $63,709 Rockland, DE $63,574 Saint Georges, DE $63,615 Townsend, DE $63,713 Winterthur, DE $63,582 Lewes, DE $63,311

Wilmington, DE $63,557 Dover, DE $63,809 Dover Afb, DE $63,473 Bethany Beach, DE $63,100 Bethel, DE $63,165 Bridgeville, DE $63,314 Camden Wyoming, DE $63,630 Cheswold, DE $63,789

Clayton, DE $63,790 Dagsboro, DE $63,056 Delmar, DE $62,955 Ellendale, DE $63,146 Felton, DE $63,501 Fenwick Island, DE $63,070 Frankford, DE $62,960 Frederica, DE $63,564

Georgetown, DE $63,032 Greenwood, DE $63,324 Harbeson, DE $63,099 Harrington, DE $63,421 Hartly, DE $63,618 Houston, DE $63,330 Kenton, DE $63,794 Laurel, DE $62,994

Yorklyn, DE $63,572

Cryptologic Linguist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Cryptologic Linguist'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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$56,690

Average $63,632/year

$70,049

$4,724

Average $5,303/month

$5,837

$1,090

Average $1,224/week

$1,347

$27

Average $31/hour

$34

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$70,049	$5,837	$1,347	$34
Average	$63,632	$5,303	$1,224	$31
25th Percentile	$56,690	$4,724	$1,090	$27

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