What are the main factors that influence an IT Risk Analyst'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 IT Risk Analyst?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for IT Risk Analyst roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change An IT Risk Analyst's salary?

An IT Risk Analyst's salary grows with experience: a IT Risk Analyst (0-2 years)earns $67,338, a Risk Analyst II (2-4 years)earns $82,717, a Risk Analyst III (4-7 years)earns $100,667, a Risk Analyst IV (7+ years)earns $127,586, a Risk Analyst V (7-10 years)earns $162,182,

What are the highest paying states for an IT Risk Analyst?

IT Risk Analyst salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for IT Risk Analyst roles are District of Columbia $74,108, California $73,826, Massachusetts $72,843. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of IT Risk Analyst roles make?

Salaries for IT Risk Analyst level roles vary by specialization: IT Vendor Management Analyst V: $150,728; Information Vulnerability/Risk Analyst IV: $139,900; It Risk Management: $133,615; IT Vendor Management Analyst IV: $132,346; It Risk Manager: $128,524.

IT Risk Analyst Salary in Delaware

How much does an IT Risk Analyst make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an IT Risk Analyst in Delaware is $67,782 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $33.

However, an IT Risk Analyst's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $79,318
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $63,763 to $73,821
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $60,103

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IT Risk Analyst Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$73,821	$6,152	$1,420	$35
Average	$67,782	$5,649	$1,304	$33
25th Percentile	$63,763	$5,314	$1,226	$31

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Key Factors That Influence IT Risk Analyst Salaries

An IT Risk Analyst'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 IT Risk Analyst Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an IT Risk Analyst'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): $67,338
Early Career (1-2 years): $82,717
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $100,667
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $127,586
Expert (over 8 years): $162,182

Levels	Salary
IT Risk A... Level IT Risk Analyst	$67,338
Risk Anal... Level IT Risk Analyst	$82,717
Risk Anal... Level IT Risk Analyst	$100,667
Risk Anal... Level IT Risk Analyst	$127,586
Risk Anal... Level IT Risk Analyst	$162,182

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How Do IT Risk Analyst 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 IT Risk Analysts. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $74,108.
California: $73,826.
Massachusetts: $72,843.

District of Columbia $74,108 California $73,826 Massachusetts $72,843 Washington $72,575 New Jersey $72,548 Alaska $72,454 Connecticut $71,531 New York $71,156

Hawaii $69,958 Rhode Island $69,396 Maryland $69,014 Minnesota $68,492 Colorado $68,291 Illinois $68,224 Oregon $67,970 Delaware $67,782

New Hampshire $67,665 Virginia $67,401 Pennsylvania $66,631 Nevada $66,243 North Dakota $66,116 Michigan $65,915 Wisconsin $65,841 Vermont $65,694

Texas $65,286 Maine $65,259 Arizona $65,219 Ohio $65,172 Georgia $64,556 Indiana $64,248 Wyoming $64,188 Utah $64,094

Iowa $64,054 Kansas $63,733 Louisiana $63,639 North Carolina $63,606 Missouri $63,592 Florida $63,331 Montana $63,191 Nebraska $63,057

Kentucky $62,983 South Carolina $62,716 Tennessee $62,548 Idaho $62,481 New Mexico $61,993 Oklahoma $61,886 Alabama $61,491 South Dakota $60,828

Arkansas $60,467 West Virginia $60,273 Mississippi $59,690

Top Paying Cities for IT Risk Analysts

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: $67,477
Little Creek: $67,971
Magnolia: $67,873

Lincoln, DE $67,477 Little Creek, DE $67,971 Magnolia, DE $67,873 Milford, DE $67,649 Marydel, DE $67,760 Millsboro, DE $67,194 Millville, DE $67,298 Milton, DE $67,414

Nassau, DE $67,463 Ocean View, DE $67,286 Rehoboth Beach, DE $67,416 Seaford, DE $67,454 Selbyville, DE $67,175 Smyrna, DE $68,018 Viola, DE $67,705 Woodside, DE $67,887

Bear, DE $67,730 Newark, DE $67,705 Claymont, DE $67,843 Delaware City, DE $67,772 Hockessin, DE $67,699 Kirkwood, DE $67,760 Middletown, DE $67,786 Montchanin, DE $67,714

New Castle, DE $67,724 Odessa, DE $67,819 Port Penn, DE $67,865 Rockland, DE $67,721 Saint Georges, DE $67,764 Townsend, DE $67,869 Winterthur, DE $67,729 Lewes, DE $67,440

Wilmington, DE $67,702 Dover, DE $67,971 Dover Afb, DE $67,613 Bethany Beach, DE $67,216 Bethel, DE $67,285 Bridgeville, DE $67,444 Camden Wyoming, DE $67,780 Cheswold, DE $67,949

Clayton, DE $67,951 Dagsboro, DE $67,169 Delmar, DE $67,061 Ellendale, DE $67,264 Felton, DE $67,643 Fenwick Island, DE $67,183 Frankford, DE $67,066 Frederica, DE $67,710

Georgetown, DE $67,143 Greenwood, DE $67,454 Harbeson, DE $67,215 Harrington, DE $67,558 Hartly, DE $67,768 Houston, DE $67,461 Kenton, DE $67,954 Laurel, DE $67,103

Yorklyn, DE $67,719

IT Risk Analyst Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For IT Risk Analyst roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 45% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, IT Risk Analyst positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view IT Risk Analyst as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an IT Risk Analyst

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$81,339	$39.0	20%
Financial Services	$77,950	$37.0	15%
Healthcare	$77,950	$37.0	15%
Aerospace & Defense	$74,561	$36.0	10%
Energy & Utilities	$74,561	$36.0	10%

IT Risk Analyst Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an IT Risk Analyst'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.

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$63,763

Average $67,782/year

$73,821

$5,314

Average $5,649/month

$6,152

$1,226

Average $1,304/week

$1,420

$31

Average $33/hour

$35

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$73,821	$6,152	$1,420	$35
Average	$67,782	$5,649	$1,304	$33
25th Percentile	$63,763	$5,314	$1,226	$31

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