What are the main factors that influence a Futures Trader's salary?

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

What are the highest paying states for a Futures Trader?

Futures Trader salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Futures Trader roles are District of Columbia $89,986, California $89,644, Massachusetts $88,450. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Futures Trader roles make?

Salaries for Futures Trader level roles vary by specialization: ForEx Currency Trader III: $193,090; Foreign Exchange Trader III: $193,048; Lead Trader: $181,022; Senior Trader: $123,215; Energy Trader: $99,900.

Futures Trader Salary in Delaware

How much does a Futures Trader make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Futures Trader in Delaware is $82,305 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $105,394
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $69,544 to $94,391
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $57,925

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Futures Trader Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$94,391	$7,866	$1,815	$45
Average	$82,305	$6,859	$1,583	$40
25th Percentile	$69,544	$5,795	$1,337	$33

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Key Factors That Influence Futures Trader Salaries

A Futures Trader's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Futures Trader 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 Futures Traders. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $89,986.
California: $89,644.
Massachusetts: $88,450.

District of Columbia $89,986 California $89,644 Massachusetts $88,450 Washington $88,125 New Jersey $88,092 Alaska $87,978 Connecticut $86,857 New York $86,402

Hawaii $84,947 Rhode Island $84,264 Maryland $83,801 Minnesota $83,167 Colorado $82,923 Illinois $82,842 Oregon $82,533 Delaware $82,305

New Hampshire $82,162 Virginia $81,842 Pennsylvania $80,907 Nevada $80,436 North Dakota $80,282 Michigan $80,038 Wisconsin $79,948 Vermont $79,770

Texas $79,274 Maine $79,241 Arizona $79,193 Ohio $79,136 Georgia $78,388 Indiana $78,014 Wyoming $77,941 Utah $77,827

Iowa $77,778 Kansas $77,388 Louisiana $77,275 North Carolina $77,234 Missouri $77,218 Florida $76,901 Montana $76,730 Nebraska $76,567

Kentucky $76,478 South Carolina $76,153 Tennessee $75,950 Idaho $75,869 New Mexico $75,275 Oklahoma $75,145 Alabama $74,666 South Dakota $73,861

Arkansas $73,422 West Virginia $73,187 Mississippi $72,479

Top Paying Cities for Futures Traders

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: $81,935
Little Creek: $82,535
Magnolia: $82,416

Lincoln, DE $81,935 Little Creek, DE $82,535 Magnolia, DE $82,416 Milford, DE $82,143 Marydel, DE $82,278 Millsboro, DE $81,591 Millville, DE $81,717 Milton, DE $81,858

Nassau, DE $81,918 Ocean View, DE $81,703 Rehoboth Beach, DE $81,860 Seaford, DE $81,906 Selbyville, DE $81,567 Smyrna, DE $82,591 Viola, DE $82,211 Woodside, DE $82,432

Bear, DE $82,242 Newark, DE $82,211 Claymont, DE $82,379 Delaware City, DE $82,293 Hockessin, DE $82,204 Kirkwood, DE $82,278 Middletown, DE $82,309 Montchanin, DE $82,222

New Castle, DE $82,235 Odessa, DE $82,350 Port Penn, DE $82,405 Rockland, DE $82,231 Saint Georges, DE $82,283 Townsend, DE $82,410 Winterthur, DE $82,240 Lewes, DE $81,890

Wilmington, DE $82,208 Dover, DE $82,535 Dover Afb, DE $82,100 Bethany Beach, DE $81,617 Bethel, DE $81,702 Bridgeville, DE $81,894 Camden Wyoming, DE $82,302 Cheswold, DE $82,508

Clayton, DE $82,510 Dagsboro, DE $81,560 Delmar, DE $81,429 Ellendale, DE $81,676 Felton, DE $82,136 Fenwick Island, DE $81,578 Frankford, DE $81,436 Frederica, DE $82,218

Georgetown, DE $81,529 Greenwood, DE $81,907 Harbeson, DE $81,616 Harrington, DE $82,032 Hartly, DE $82,287 Houston, DE $81,915 Kenton, DE $82,514 Laurel, DE $81,480

Yorklyn, DE $82,228

Futures Trader Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Futures Trader'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 May 01, 2026

$69,544

Average $82,305/year

$94,391

$5,795

Average $6,859/month

$7,866

$1,337

Average $1,583/week

$1,815

$33

Average $40/hour

$45

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$94,391	$7,866	$1,815	$45
Average	$82,305	$6,859	$1,583	$40
25th Percentile	$69,544	$5,795	$1,337	$33

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