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: starting around $247,540 for beginners, reaching about $251,432 at mid-level, and approach $261,320 for experts.

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 $283,082, California $282,008, Massachusetts $278,250. 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: Controller: $253,381; Hotel Financial Controller: $99,216; Hotel Manager: $95,658; Hotel Manager Assistant: $68,074; Hotel Coordinator: $67,876.

Hotel Controller Salary in Delaware

How much does a Hotel Controller make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Hotel Controller in Delaware is $258,921 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $124.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $321,252
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $238,258 to $291,547
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $219,445

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Hotel Controller Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$291,547	$24,296	$5,607	$140
Average	$258,921	$21,577	$4,979	$124
25th Percentile	$238,258	$19,855	$4,582	$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 Experience Level Affects Hotel Controller Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Hotel Controller'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): $247,540
Early Career (1-2 years): $249,037
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $251,432
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $254,426
Expert (over 8 years): $261,320

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Hotel Controller	$247,540
Intermediate Level Hotel Controller	$249,037
Senior Level Hotel Controller	$251,432
Specialist Level Hotel Controller	$254,426
Expert Level Hotel Controller	$261,320

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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: $283,082.
California: $282,008.
Massachusetts: $278,250.

District of Columbia $283,082 California $282,008 Massachusetts $278,250 Washington $277,227 New Jersey $277,125 Alaska $276,767 Connecticut $273,239 New York $271,807

Hawaii $267,230 Rhode Island $265,083 Maryland $263,625 Minnesota $261,631 Colorado $260,864 Illinois $260,609 Oregon $259,637 Delaware $258,921

New Hampshire $258,471 Virginia $257,464 Pennsylvania $254,523 Nevada $253,041 North Dakota $252,555 Michigan $251,788 Wisconsin $251,507 Vermont $250,944

Texas $249,384 Maine $249,282 Arizona $249,129 Ohio $248,950 Georgia $246,598 Indiana $245,421 Wyoming $245,191 Utah $244,833

Iowa $244,680 Kansas $243,453 Louisiana $243,095 North Carolina $242,967 Missouri $242,916 Florida $241,919 Montana $241,382 Nebraska $240,870

Kentucky $240,589 South Carolina $239,567 Tennessee $238,927 Idaho $238,672 New Mexico $236,805 Oklahoma $236,396 Alabama $234,888 South Dakota $232,357

Arkansas $230,976 West Virginia $230,234 Mississippi $228,010

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: $267,972
Little Creek: $265,492
Magnolia: $266,591

Lincoln, DE $267,972 Little Creek, DE $265,492 Magnolia, DE $266,591 Milford, DE $267,972 Marydel, DE $264,495 Millsboro, DE $267,972 Millville, DE $269,762 Milton, DE $267,972

Nassau, DE $267,972 Ocean View, DE $269,762 Rehoboth Beach, DE $269,762 Seaford, DE $265,160 Selbyville, DE $269,762 Smyrna, DE $264,188 Viola, DE $266,591 Woodside, DE $265,824

Bear, DE $262,245 Newark, DE $262,347 Claymont, DE $262,552 Delaware City, DE $262,347 Hockessin, DE $262,552 Kirkwood, DE $262,347 Middletown, DE $263,651 Montchanin, DE $262,552

New Castle, DE $262,552 Odessa, DE $264,009 Port Penn, DE $261,631 Rockland, DE $262,552 Saint Georges, DE $262,347 Townsend, DE $263,625 Winterthur, DE $262,552 Lewes, DE $267,972

Wilmington, DE $262,552 Dover, DE $265,364 Dover Afb, DE $265,978 Bethany Beach, DE $269,762 Bethel, DE $265,160 Bridgeville, DE $267,972 Camden Wyoming, DE $265,645 Cheswold, DE $264,750

Clayton, DE $264,086 Dagsboro, DE $269,762 Delmar, DE $265,160 Ellendale, DE $267,972 Felton, DE $267,972 Fenwick Island, DE $269,762 Frankford, DE $269,762 Frederica, DE $267,972

Georgetown, DE $267,972 Greenwood, DE $267,972 Harbeson, DE $267,972 Harrington, DE $267,972 Hartly, DE $263,958 Houston, DE $267,972 Kenton, DE $264,086 Laurel, DE $265,160

Yorklyn, DE $262,552

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 January 01, 2026

$238,258

Average $258,921/year

$291,547

$19,855

Average $21,577/month

$24,296

$4,582

Average $4,979/week

$5,607

$115

Average $124/hour

$140

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$291,547	$24,296	$5,607	$140
Average	$258,921	$21,577	$4,979	$124
25th Percentile	$238,258	$19,855	$4,582	$115

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