What are the main factors that influence an Internal Control Specialist'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 Internal Control Specialist?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Internal Control Specialist roles, with salaries approximately 15% above the market median.

How does experience change An Internal Control Specialist's salary?

An Internal Control Specialist's salary grows with experience: an Internal Auditor I (0-2 years)earns $67,161, an Internal Control Specialist (2-4 years)earns $77,740, an Internal Auditor III (4-7 years)earns $88,713, an Internal Auditor IV (7+ years)earns $110,181, an Internal Auditor V (7-10 years)earns $138,609,

What are the highest paying states for an Internal Control Specialist?

Internal Control Specialist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Internal Control Specialist roles are District of Columbia $85,518, California $85,194, Massachusetts $84,059. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Internal Control Specialist roles make?

Salaries for Internal Control Specialist level roles vary by specialization: Senior Financial Control Specialist: $129,827; Internal Control Manager: $119,234; Internal Audit Specialist: $108,444; Financial Control Specialist: $96,735; Internal Communication Specialist: $96,639.

Internal Control Specialist Salary in Delaware

How much does an Internal Control Specialist make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Internal Control Specialist in Delaware is $78,219 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $38.

However, an Internal Control Specialist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $90,671
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $70,149 to $84,737
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $62,801

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Internal Control Specialist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$84,737	$7,061	$1,630	$41
Average	$78,219	$6,518	$1,504	$38
25th Percentile	$70,149	$5,846	$1,349	$34

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Key Factors That Influence Internal Control Specialist Salaries

An Internal Control Specialist'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 Internal Control Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Internal Control Specialist'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): $67,161
Early Career (1-2 years): $77,740
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $88,713
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $110,181
Expert (over 8 years): $138,609

Levels	Salary
Internal ... Level Internal Control Specialist	$67,161
Internal ... Level Internal Control Specialist	$77,740
Internal ... Level Internal Control Specialist	$88,713
Internal ... Level Internal Control Specialist	$110,181
Internal ... Level Internal Control Specialist	$138,609

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How Do Internal Control Specialist 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 Internal Control Specialists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $85,518.
California: $85,194.
Massachusetts: $84,059.

District of Columbia $85,518 California $85,194 Massachusetts $84,059 Washington $83,750 New Jersey $83,719 Alaska $83,611 Connecticut $82,545 New York $82,112

Hawaii $80,730 Rhode Island $80,081 Maryland $79,641 Minnesota $79,038 Colorado $78,806 Illinois $78,729 Oregon $78,436 Delaware $78,219

New Hampshire $78,083 Virginia $77,779 Pennsylvania $76,891 Nevada $76,443 North Dakota $76,296 Michigan $76,064 Wisconsin $75,980 Vermont $75,810

Texas $75,338 Maine $75,308 Arizona $75,261 Ohio $75,207 Georgia $74,497 Indiana $74,141 Wyoming $74,072 Utah $73,964

Iowa $73,917 Kansas $73,546 Louisiana $73,438 North Carolina $73,400 Missouri $73,384 Florida $73,083 Montana $72,921 Nebraska $72,766

Kentucky $72,681 South Carolina $72,372 Tennessee $72,179 Idaho $72,102 New Mexico $71,538 Oklahoma $71,415 Alabama $70,959 South Dakota $70,194

Arkansas $69,777 West Virginia $69,553 Mississippi $68,881

Top Paying Cities for Internal Control Specialists

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: $77,867
Little Creek: $78,437
Magnolia: $78,324

Lincoln, DE $77,867 Little Creek, DE $78,437 Magnolia, DE $78,324 Milford, DE $78,065 Marydel, DE $78,193 Millsboro, DE $77,541 Millville, DE $77,660 Milton, DE $77,795

Nassau, DE $77,851 Ocean View, DE $77,647 Rehoboth Beach, DE $77,796 Seaford, DE $77,840 Selbyville, DE $77,518 Smyrna, DE $78,491 Viola, DE $78,130 Woodside, DE $78,340

Bear, DE $78,159 Newark, DE $78,130 Claymont, DE $78,290 Delaware City, DE $78,208 Hockessin, DE $78,123 Kirkwood, DE $78,193 Middletown, DE $78,223 Montchanin, DE $78,141

New Castle, DE $78,152 Odessa, DE $78,262 Port Penn, DE $78,314 Rockland, DE $78,148 Saint Georges, DE $78,199 Townsend, DE $78,319 Winterthur, DE $78,158 Lewes, DE $77,825

Wilmington, DE $78,127 Dover, DE $78,437 Dover Afb, DE $78,024 Bethany Beach, DE $77,565 Bethel, DE $77,646 Bridgeville, DE $77,829 Camden Wyoming, DE $78,216 Cheswold, DE $78,412

Clayton, DE $78,414 Dagsboro, DE $77,511 Delmar, DE $77,387 Ellendale, DE $77,622 Felton, DE $78,059 Fenwick Island, DE $77,528 Frankford, DE $77,393 Frederica, DE $78,136

Georgetown, DE $77,482 Greenwood, DE $77,841 Harbeson, DE $77,564 Harrington, DE $77,960 Hartly, DE $78,202 Houston, DE $77,849 Kenton, DE $78,418 Laurel, DE $77,435

Yorklyn, DE $78,146

Internal Control Specialist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Internal Control Specialist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 30% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 15% above the average. In contrast, Internal Control Specialist positions in Transportation or Telecom typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Internal Control Specialist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Internal Control Specialist

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$89,952	$43.0	15%
Biotechnology	$89,952	$43.0	15%
Business Services	$89,952	$43.0	15%
Chemicals	$89,952	$43.0	15%
Construction	$89,952	$43.0	15%

Internal Control Specialist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Internal Control Specialist'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

$70,149

Average $78,219/year

$84,737

$5,846

Average $6,518/month

$7,061

$1,349

Average $1,504/week

$1,630

$34

Average $38/hour

$41

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$84,737	$7,061	$1,630	$41
Average	$78,219	$6,518	$1,504	$38
25th Percentile	$70,149	$5,846	$1,349	$34

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