What are the main factors that influence a Hotel Controller's salary?

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

How does experience change A Hotel Controller's salary?

A Hotel Controller's salary grows with experience: a Financial Control Senior Manager (5+ years)earns $165,139, a Financial Control Director (5+ years)earns $179,652, a Hotel Controller (5+ years)earns $256,940,

What are the highest paying states for a Hotel Controller?

Hotel Controller salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Hotel Controller roles are District of Columbia $283,547, California $282,472, Massachusetts $278,707. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Hotel Controller roles make?

Salaries for Hotel Controller level roles vary by specialization: Corporate Controller: $302,861; Controller: $253,794; Hotel Financial Controller: $99,348; Hotel Manager: $95,717; Hotel Manager Assistant: $68,141.

Hotel Controller Salary in Delaware

How much does a Hotel Controller make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Hotel Controller in Delaware is $259,346 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $125.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $321,857
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $238,992 to $292,067
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $220,461

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Hotel Controller Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$292,067	$24,339	$5,617	$140
Average	$259,346	$21,612	$4,987	$125
25th Percentile	$238,992	$19,916	$4,596	$115

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Key Factors That Influence Hotel Controller Salaries

A Hotel Controller'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 Hotel Controller 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 Hotel Controllers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $283,547.
California: $282,472.
Massachusetts: $278,707.

District of Columbia $283,547 California $282,472 Massachusetts $278,707 Washington $277,683 New Jersey $277,580 Alaska $277,222 Connecticut $273,688 New York $272,254

Hawaii $267,669 Rhode Island $265,518 Maryland $264,059 Minnesota $262,061 Colorado $261,293 Illinois $261,037 Oregon $260,063 Delaware $259,346

New Hampshire $258,896 Virginia $257,887 Pennsylvania $254,942 Nevada $253,456 North Dakota $252,970 Michigan $252,201 Wisconsin $251,920 Vermont $251,356

Texas $249,794 Maine $249,692 Arizona $249,538 Ohio $249,359 Georgia $247,003 Indiana $245,825 Wyoming $245,594 Utah $245,236

Iowa $245,082 Kansas $243,853 Louisiana $243,494 North Carolina $243,366 Missouri $243,315 Florida $242,316 Montana $241,778 Nebraska $241,266

Kentucky $240,984 South Carolina $239,960 Tennessee $239,320 Idaho $239,064 New Mexico $237,194 Oklahoma $236,785 Alabama $235,274 South Dakota $232,738

Arkansas $231,355 West Virginia $230,613 Mississippi $228,385

Top Paying Cities for Hotel Controllers

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: $258,179
Little Creek: $260,069
Magnolia: $259,695

Lincoln, DE $258,179 Little Creek, DE $260,069 Magnolia, DE $259,695 Milford, DE $258,834 Marydel, DE $259,259 Millsboro, DE $257,095 Millville, DE $257,492 Milton, DE $257,938

Nassau, DE $258,125 Ocean View, DE $257,449 Rehoboth Beach, DE $257,943 Seaford, DE $258,089 Selbyville, DE $257,021 Smyrna, DE $260,248 Viola, DE $259,049 Woodside, DE $259,746

Bear, DE $259,147 Newark, DE $259,049 Claymont, DE $259,579 Delaware City, DE $259,308 Hockessin, DE $259,026 Kirkwood, DE $259,259 Middletown, DE $259,359 Montchanin, DE $259,085

New Castle, DE $259,124 Odessa, DE $259,487 Port Penn, DE $259,661 Rockland, DE $259,111 Saint Georges, DE $259,277 Townsend, DE $259,677 Winterthur, DE $259,142 Lewes, DE $258,038

Wilmington, DE $259,039 Dover, DE $260,069 Dover Afb, DE $258,698 Bethany Beach, DE $257,177 Bethel, DE $257,444 Bridgeville, DE $258,051 Camden Wyoming, DE $259,336 Cheswold, DE $259,984

Clayton, DE $259,992 Dagsboro, DE $256,998 Delmar, DE $256,586 Ellendale, DE $257,364 Felton, DE $258,814 Fenwick Island, DE $257,054 Frankford, DE $256,606 Frederica, DE $259,070

Georgetown, DE $256,901 Greenwood, DE $258,092 Harbeson, DE $257,175 Harrington, DE $258,486 Hartly, DE $259,290 Houston, DE $258,117 Kenton, DE $260,005 Laurel, DE $256,747

Yorklyn, DE $259,103

Hotel Controller Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Hotel Controller'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 June 01, 2026

$238,992

Average $259,346/year

$292,067

$19,916

Average $21,612/month

$24,339

$4,596

Average $4,987/week

$5,617

$115

Average $125/hour

$140

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$292,067	$24,339	$5,617	$140
Average	$259,346	$21,612	$4,987	$125
25th Percentile	$238,992	$19,916	$4,596	$115

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