What are the main factors that influence a Lead IT 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 Lead IT Analyst?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Lead IT Analyst roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change A Lead IT Analyst's salary?

A Lead IT Analyst's salary grows with experience: a Network Security System Analyst I (0-2 years)earns $77,352, a Lead IT Analyst (2-4 years)earns $94,699, a Network Security System Analyst III (4-7 years)earns $118,820, a Network Security System Analyst IV (7+ years)earns $137,287, a Network Security Manager (7+ years)earns $155,958,

What are the highest paying states for a Lead IT Analyst?

Lead IT Analyst salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Lead IT Analyst roles are District of Columbia $103,694, California $103,301, Massachusetts $101,924. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Lead IT Analyst level roles vary by specialization: IT Site Lead: $178,754; IT Operations Lead: $146,578; IT Project Lead: $143,147; IT Vendor Management Analyst IV: $132,346; IT Change Management Analyst IV: $131,118.

Lead IT Analyst Salary in Delaware

How much does a Lead IT Analyst make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Lead IT Analyst in Delaware is $94,844 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $46.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $98,589
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $88,829 to $96,804
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $83,354

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Lead IT Analyst Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$96,804	$8,067	$1,862	$47
Average	$94,844	$7,904	$1,824	$46
25th Percentile	$88,829	$7,402	$1,708	$43

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Key Factors That Influence Lead IT Analyst Salaries

A Lead IT 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 Lead IT Analyst Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Lead IT 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): $77,352
Early Career (1-2 years): $94,699
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $118,820
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $137,287
Expert (over 8 years): $155,958

Levels	Salary
Network S... Level Lead IT Analyst	$77,352
Lead IT A... Level Lead IT Analyst	$94,699
Network S... Level Lead IT Analyst	$118,820
Network S... Level Lead IT Analyst	$137,287
Network S... Level Lead IT Analyst	$155,958

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

District of Columbia: $103,694.
California: $103,301.
Massachusetts: $101,924.

District of Columbia $103,694 California $103,301 Massachusetts $101,924 Washington $101,549 New Jersey $101,512 Alaska $101,381 Connecticut $100,088 New York $99,564

Hawaii $97,887 Rhode Island $97,101 Maryland $96,567 Minnesota $95,836 Colorado $95,555 Illinois $95,462 Oregon $95,106 Delaware $94,844

New Hampshire $94,679 Virginia $94,310 Pennsylvania $93,233 Nevada $92,690 North Dakota $92,512 Michigan $92,231 Wisconsin $92,128 Vermont $91,922

Texas $91,350 Maine $91,313 Arizona $91,257 Ohio $91,191 Georgia $90,329 Indiana $89,899 Wyoming $89,814 Utah $89,683

Iowa $89,627 Kansas $89,178 Louisiana $89,046 North Carolina $89,000 Missouri $88,981 Florida $88,616 Montana $88,419 Nebraska $88,232

Kentucky $88,129 South Carolina $87,754 Tennessee $87,520 Idaho $87,426 New Mexico $86,743 Oklahoma $86,593 Alabama $86,040 South Dakota $85,113

Arkansas $84,607 West Virginia $84,336 Mississippi $83,521

Top Paying Cities for Lead IT 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: $94,417
Little Creek: $95,108
Magnolia: $94,971

Lincoln, DE $94,417 Little Creek, DE $95,108 Magnolia, DE $94,971 Milford, DE $94,656 Marydel, DE $94,812 Millsboro, DE $94,020 Millville, DE $94,166 Milton, DE $94,329

Nassau, DE $94,397 Ocean View, DE $94,150 Rehoboth Beach, DE $94,330 Seaford, DE $94,384 Selbyville, DE $93,993 Smyrna, DE $95,173 Viola, DE $94,735 Woodside, DE $94,990

Bear, DE $94,771 Newark, DE $94,735 Claymont, DE $94,929 Delaware City, DE $94,830 Hockessin, DE $94,727 Kirkwood, DE $94,812 Middletown, DE $94,848 Montchanin, DE $94,748

New Castle, DE $94,762 Odessa, DE $94,895 Port Penn, DE $94,959 Rockland, DE $94,757 Saint Georges, DE $94,818 Townsend, DE $94,964 Winterthur, DE $94,769 Lewes, DE $94,365

Wilmington, DE $94,731 Dover, DE $95,108 Dover Afb, DE $94,607 Bethany Beach, DE $94,050 Bethel, DE $94,148 Bridgeville, DE $94,370 Camden Wyoming, DE $94,840 Cheswold, DE $95,077

Clayton, DE $95,080 Dagsboro, DE $93,985 Delmar, DE $93,834 Ellendale, DE $94,119 Felton, DE $94,649 Fenwick Island, DE $94,005 Frankford, DE $93,842 Frederica, DE $94,742

Georgetown, DE $93,949 Greenwood, DE $94,385 Harbeson, DE $94,049 Harrington, DE $94,529 Hartly, DE $94,823 Houston, DE $94,394 Kenton, DE $95,084 Laurel, DE $93,893

Yorklyn, DE $94,755

Lead IT Analyst Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Lead IT Analyst roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 70% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Lead IT Analyst positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Lead IT Analyst as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Lead IT Analyst

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$123,297	$59.0	30%
Financial Services	$118,555	$57.0	25%
Energy & Utilities	$113,812	$55.0	20%
Aerospace & Defense	$109,070	$52.0	15%
Biotechnology	$104,328	$50.0	10%

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

Understanding how a Lead IT 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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$88,829

Average $94,844/year

$96,804

$7,402

Average $7,904/month

$8,067

$1,708

Average $1,824/week

$1,862

$43

Average $46/hour

$47

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$96,804	$8,067	$1,862	$47
Average	$94,844	$7,904	$1,824	$46
25th Percentile	$88,829	$7,402	$1,708	$43

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