What are the main factors that influence a Policy Analyst's salary?

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

How does experience change A Policy Analyst's salary?

A Policy Analyst's salary grows with experience: starting around $34,793 for beginners, reaching about $35,569 at mid-level, and approach $35,762 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Policy Analyst?

Policy Analyst salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Policy Analyst roles are District of Columbia $38,381, California $38,236, Massachusetts $37,726. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Policy Analyst roles make?

Salaries for Policy Analyst level roles vary by specialization: Budget And Policy Analyst: $118,237; Policy & Process Analyst: $112,987; Economic Policy Analyst: $108,118; Energy Policy Analyst: $106,570; Medical Policy Analyst: $79,556.

Policy Analyst Salary in Delaware

How much does a Policy Analyst make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Policy Analyst in Delaware is $35,106 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $17.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $40,126
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $33,455 to $37,733
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $31,953

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Policy Analyst Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$37,733	$3,144	$726	$18
Average	$35,106	$2,925	$675	$17
25th Percentile	$33,455	$2,788	$643	$16

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Key Factors That Influence Policy Analyst Salaries

A Policy 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 Policy Analyst Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Policy 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): $34,793
Early Career (1-2 years): $34,990
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $35,569
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $35,685
Expert (over 8 years): $35,762

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Policy Analyst	$34,793
Intermediate Level Policy Analyst	$34,990
Senior Level Policy Analyst	$35,569
Specialist Level Policy Analyst	$35,685
Expert Level Policy Analyst	$35,762

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

District of Columbia: $38,381.
California: $38,236.
Massachusetts: $37,726.

District of Columbia $38,381 California $38,236 Massachusetts $37,726 Washington $37,588 New Jersey $37,574 Alaska $37,525 Connecticut $37,047 New York $36,853

Hawaii $36,232 Rhode Island $35,941 Maryland $35,743 Minnesota $35,473 Colorado $35,369 Illinois $35,334 Oregon $35,203 Delaware $35,106

New Hampshire $35,045 Virginia $34,908 Pennsylvania $34,509 Nevada $34,308 North Dakota $34,242 Michigan $34,138 Wisconsin $34,100 Vermont $34,024

Texas $33,813 Maine $33,799 Arizona $33,778 Ohio $33,754 Georgia $33,435 Indiana $33,275 Wyoming $33,244 Utah $33,195

Iowa $33,175 Kansas $33,008 Louisiana $32,960 North Carolina $32,942 Missouri $32,936 Florida $32,800 Montana $32,728 Nebraska $32,658

Kentucky $32,620 South Carolina $32,481 Tennessee $32,395 Idaho $32,360 New Mexico $32,107 Oklahoma $32,052 Alabama $31,847 South Dakota $31,504

Arkansas $31,317 West Virginia $31,216 Mississippi $30,915

Top Paying Cities for Policy 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: $34,947
Little Creek: $35,203
Magnolia: $35,153

Lincoln, DE $34,947 Little Creek, DE $35,203 Magnolia, DE $35,153 Milford, DE $35,036 Marydel, DE $35,094 Millsboro, DE $34,801 Millville, DE $34,855 Milton, DE $34,915

Nassau, DE $34,940 Ocean View, DE $34,849 Rehoboth Beach, DE $34,916 Seaford, DE $34,935 Selbyville, DE $34,791 Smyrna, DE $35,228 Viola, DE $35,065 Woodside, DE $35,160

Bear, DE $35,079 Newark, DE $35,065 Claymont, DE $35,137 Delaware City, DE $35,100 Hockessin, DE $35,062 Kirkwood, DE $35,094 Middletown, DE $35,107 Montchanin, DE $35,070

New Castle, DE $35,075 Odessa, DE $35,125 Port Penn, DE $35,148 Rockland, DE $35,074 Saint Georges, DE $35,096 Townsend, DE $35,150 Winterthur, DE $35,078 Lewes, DE $34,928

Wilmington, DE $35,064 Dover, DE $35,203 Dover Afb, DE $35,018 Bethany Beach, DE $34,812 Bethel, DE $34,848 Bridgeville, DE $34,930 Camden Wyoming, DE $35,104 Cheswold, DE $35,192

Clayton, DE $35,193 Dagsboro, DE $34,788 Delmar, DE $34,732 Ellendale, DE $34,837 Felton, DE $35,033 Fenwick Island, DE $34,795 Frankford, DE $34,735 Frederica, DE $35,068

Georgetown, DE $34,774 Greenwood, DE $34,936 Harbeson, DE $34,812 Harrington, DE $34,989 Hartly, DE $35,098 Houston, DE $34,939 Kenton, DE $35,195 Laurel, DE $34,754

Yorklyn, DE $35,073

Policy Analyst Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Policy 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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$33,455

Average $35,106/year

$37,733

$2,788

Average $2,925/month

$3,144

$643

Average $675/week

$726

$16

Average $17/hour

$18

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$37,733	$3,144	$726	$18
Average	$35,106	$2,925	$675	$17
25th Percentile	$33,455	$2,788	$643	$16

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