What are the main factors that influence a Finance Professor'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 Finance Professor?

The Education industry offers the highest average compensation for Finance Professor roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change A Finance Professor's salary?

A Finance Professor's salary grows with experience: an Instructor - Accounting (0-0 years)earns $66,186, an Asst. Professor - Accounting (0-0 years)earns $104,613, an Assoc. Professor - Accounting (0-0 years)earns $118,986, a Finance Professor (0-0 years)earns $130,369,

What are the highest paying states for a Finance Professor?

Finance Professor salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Finance Professor roles are District of Columbia $144,145, California $143,598, Massachusetts $141,685. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Finance Professor roles make?

Salaries for Finance Professor level roles vary by specialization: SVP of Finance: $296,989; VP of Finance: $250,265; Finance Director: $203,556; Professor In Finance: $122,929; Assistant Professor, Economics and Finance: $97,350.

Finance Professor Salary in Delaware

How much does a Finance Professor make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Finance Professor in Delaware is $131,842 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $63.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $170,125
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $115,735 to $151,881
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $101,071

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Finance Professor Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$151,881	$12,657	$2,921	$73
Average	$131,842	$10,987	$2,535	$63
25th Percentile	$115,735	$9,645	$2,226	$56

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Key Factors That Influence Finance Professor Salaries

A Finance Professor'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 Finance Professor 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 Finance Professors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $144,145.
California: $143,598.
Massachusetts: $141,685.

District of Columbia $144,145 California $143,598 Massachusetts $141,685 Washington $141,164 New Jersey $141,112 Alaska $140,930 Connecticut $139,133 New York $138,404

Hawaii $136,074 Rhode Island $134,980 Maryland $134,238 Minnesota $133,222 Colorado $132,832 Illinois $132,702 Oregon $132,207 Delaware $131,842

New Hampshire $131,613 Virginia $131,100 Pennsylvania $129,603 Nevada $128,848 North Dakota $128,601 Michigan $128,210 Wisconsin $128,067 Vermont $127,781

Texas $126,986 Maine $126,934 Arizona $126,856 Ohio $126,765 Georgia $125,567 Indiana $124,968 Wyoming $124,851 Utah $124,669

Iowa $124,591 Kansas $123,966 Louisiana $123,784 North Carolina $123,719 Missouri $123,693 Florida $123,185 Montana $122,911 Nebraska $122,651

Kentucky $122,508 South Carolina $121,987 Tennessee $121,662 Idaho $121,531 New Mexico $120,581 Oklahoma $120,373 Alabama $119,605 South Dakota $118,316

Arkansas $117,613 West Virginia $117,235 Mississippi $116,103

Top Paying Cities for Finance Professors

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: $131,249
Little Creek: $132,210
Magnolia: $132,019

Lincoln, DE $131,249 Little Creek, DE $132,210 Magnolia, DE $132,019 Milford, DE $131,582 Marydel, DE $131,798 Millsboro, DE $130,698 Millville, DE $130,900 Milton, DE $131,126

Nassau, DE $131,221 Ocean View, DE $130,878 Rehoboth Beach, DE $131,129 Seaford, DE $131,203 Selbyville, DE $130,660 Smyrna, DE $132,301 Viola, DE $131,691 Woodside, DE $132,045

Bear, DE $131,741 Newark, DE $131,691 Claymont, DE $131,961 Delaware City, DE $131,823 Hockessin, DE $131,680 Kirkwood, DE $131,798 Middletown, DE $131,849 Montchanin, DE $131,710

New Castle, DE $131,729 Odessa, DE $131,914 Port Penn, DE $132,003 Rockland, DE $131,723 Saint Georges, DE $131,807 Townsend, DE $132,010 Winterthur, DE $131,738 Lewes, DE $131,177

Wilmington, DE $131,686 Dover, DE $132,210 Dover Afb, DE $131,513 Bethany Beach, DE $130,740 Bethel, DE $130,875 Bridgeville, DE $131,184 Camden Wyoming, DE $131,837 Cheswold, DE $132,167

Clayton, DE $132,170 Dagsboro, DE $130,649 Delmar, DE $130,439 Ellendale, DE $130,835 Felton, DE $131,572 Fenwick Island, DE $130,677 Frankford, DE $130,449 Frederica, DE $131,702

Georgetown, DE $130,599 Greenwood, DE $131,204 Harbeson, DE $130,738 Harrington, DE $131,405 Hartly, DE $131,814 Houston, DE $131,217 Kenton, DE $132,177 Laurel, DE $130,521

Yorklyn, DE $131,719

Finance Professor Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Finance Professor roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Education, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, Finance Professor positions in Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Finance Professor as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Finance Professor

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Education	$145,027	$70.0	10%

Finance Professor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Finance Professor'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

$115,735

Average $131,842/year

$151,881

$9,645

Average $10,987/month

$12,657

$2,226

Average $2,535/week

$2,921

$56

Average $63/hour

$73

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$151,881	$12,657	$2,921	$73
Average	$131,842	$10,987	$2,535	$63
25th Percentile	$115,735	$9,645	$2,226	$56

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