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 industry pays the highest salary for Futures Trader?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Futures Trader roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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 $90,489, California $90,146, Massachusetts $88,945. 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: $193,290; Foreign Exchange Trader III: $193,228; Lead Trader: $181,136; Senior Trader: $123,868; Energy Trader: $99,900.

Futures Trader Salary in Delaware

How much does a Futures Trader make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Futures Trader in Delaware is $82,766 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): $105,986
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $69,945 to $94,920
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $58,273

Compensation Planning

Develop a Job Description

Pay Equity

2026 Compensation Trend

Recruit with AI

AI-Powered Talent

Salary Salary + Bonus Benefits

View as table

Futures Trader Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$94,920	$7,910	$1,825	$46
Average	$82,766	$6,897	$1,592	$40
25th Percentile	$69,945	$5,829	$1,345	$34

You may get higher pay by adjusting the following factors:

Change Search Criteria

Check out Futures Trader Job Openings in Delaware

Registered Nurse

Via Christi Village Hays - HAYS, KS

Travel CCU RN

Focus Staff - BENNINGTON, VT

Physical Therapist

CareFirstNY - CAYUTA, NY

Physical Therapist

CareFirstNY - PAINTED POST, NY

Search More Futures Trader Jobs in Delaware

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: $90,489.
California: $90,146.
Massachusetts: $88,945.

District of Columbia $90,489 California $90,146 Massachusetts $88,945 Washington $88,618 New Jersey $88,585 Alaska $88,471 Connecticut $87,343 New York $86,885

Hawaii $85,422 Rhode Island $84,736 Maryland $84,270 Minnesota $83,632 Colorado $83,387 Illinois $83,306 Oregon $82,995 Delaware $82,766

New Hampshire $82,622 Virginia $82,300 Pennsylvania $81,360 Nevada $80,886 North Dakota $80,731 Michigan $80,486 Wisconsin $80,396 Vermont $80,216

Texas $79,718 Maine $79,685 Arizona $79,636 Ohio $79,579 Georgia $78,827 Indiana $78,451 Wyoming $78,377 Utah $78,263

Iowa $78,214 Kansas $77,822 Louisiana $77,707 North Carolina $77,666 Missouri $77,650 Florida $77,331 Montana $77,160 Nebraska $76,996

Kentucky $76,906 South Carolina $76,579 Tennessee $76,375 Idaho $76,293 New Mexico $75,697 Oklahoma $75,566 Alabama $75,084 South Dakota $74,275

Arkansas $73,833 West Virginia $73,596 Mississippi $72,885

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: $82,393
Little Creek: $82,997
Magnolia: $82,877

Lincoln, DE $82,393 Little Creek, DE $82,997 Magnolia, DE $82,877 Milford, DE $82,603 Marydel, DE $82,738 Millsboro, DE $82,048 Millville, DE $82,174 Milton, DE $82,317

Nassau, DE $82,376 Ocean View, DE $82,161 Rehoboth Beach, DE $82,318 Seaford, DE $82,365 Selbyville, DE $82,024 Smyrna, DE $83,054 Viola, DE $82,671 Woodside, DE $82,894

Bear, DE $82,702 Newark, DE $82,671 Claymont, DE $82,841 Delaware City, DE $82,754 Hockessin, DE $82,664 Kirkwood, DE $82,738 Middletown, DE $82,770 Montchanin, DE $82,683

New Castle, DE $82,695 Odessa, DE $82,811 Port Penn, DE $82,867 Rockland, DE $82,691 Saint Georges, DE $82,744 Townsend, DE $82,872 Winterthur, DE $82,701 Lewes, DE $82,349

Wilmington, DE $82,668 Dover, DE $82,997 Dover Afb, DE $82,559 Bethany Beach, DE $82,074 Bethel, DE $82,159 Bridgeville, DE $82,353 Camden Wyoming, DE $82,763 Cheswold, DE $82,970

Clayton, DE $82,972 Dagsboro, DE $82,017 Delmar, DE $81,885 Ellendale, DE $82,134 Felton, DE $82,596 Fenwick Island, DE $82,035 Frankford, DE $81,892 Frederica, DE $82,678

Georgetown, DE $81,986 Greenwood, DE $82,366 Harbeson, DE $82,073 Harrington, DE $82,492 Hartly, DE $82,748 Houston, DE $82,374 Kenton, DE $82,976 Laurel, DE $81,937

Yorklyn, DE $82,689

Futures Trader Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Futures Trader roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Financial Services, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Futures Trader positions in Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Futures Trader as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Futures Trader

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services	$99,319	$48.0	20%

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 July 01, 2026

$69,945

Average $82,766/year

$94,920

$5,829

Average $6,897/month

$7,910

$1,345

Average $1,592/week

$1,825

$34

Average $40/hour

$46

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$94,920	$7,910	$1,825	$46
Average	$82,766	$6,897	$1,592	$40
25th Percentile	$69,945	$5,829	$1,345	$34

Salaries of jobs related to Futures Trader

Find Your Next Futures Trader Job

Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Futures Trader job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.

For Employees

Get a Salary Increase

Analyze the market and your qualifications to negotiate your salary with confidence.

Search Job Openings

Search thousands of open positions to find your next opportunity.

For Employers

Adjust Employee Salary

Individualize employee pay based on unique job requirements and personal qualifications.

Price My Industry Jobs

Get the latest market price for benchmark jobs and jobs in your industry.

Cost of Living In Delaware

Cost of Living in Delaware is

1.3% Higher

than the National Average

Use Salary.com's Cost of Living Calculator to find out what income you need to maintain your standard of living in a different city and how much more or less money you need to budget for basic expenses.

Explore Cost of Living Calculator

Empower Your Team

Salary.com experts will help you thrive your workplaces.

Find Salary.com Comp Consulting

See Salary Trends in 2025

Salary.com provides salary survey data for thousands of industry Jobs.

Price Your Company Jobs and Make Pay Fair

Where Does Our Salary Data Come From?

Salary.com salary estimates, histograms, trends, and comparisons are derived from both employer job postings and third-party data sources. We also provide multiple percentiles of salary information for your reference, click here to know Why the Salary Midpoint Formula Is Crucial to Getting Pay Equity Right. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Are you an HR manager or compensation specialist?

Salary.com's CompAnalyst platform offers:

Detailed skills and competency reports for specific positions
Job and employee pricing reports
Compensation data tools, salary structures, surveys and benchmarks.

Learn about