What are the main factors that influence a Proposal 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 Proposal Analyst?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Proposal Analyst roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

How does experience change A Proposal Analyst's salary?

A Proposal Analyst's salary grows with experience: starting around $78,255 for beginners, reaching about $80,666 at mid-level, and approach $86,794 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Proposal Analyst?

Proposal Analyst salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Proposal Analyst roles are District of Columbia $90,205, California $89,863, Massachusetts $88,666. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Proposal Analyst roles make?

Salaries for Proposal Analyst level roles vary by specialization: Proposal Manager: $123,973; Proposal Supervisor: $103,110; Proposal Engineer: $86,622; Proposal Director: $85,792; Proposal Administrator: $85,707.

Proposal Analyst Salary in Delaware

How much does a Proposal Analyst make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Proposal Analyst in Delaware is $82,506 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $101,075
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $71,985 to $92,226
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $62,406

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Proposal Analyst Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$92,226	$7,685	$1,774	$44
Average	$82,506	$6,876	$1,587	$40
25th Percentile	$71,985	$5,999	$1,384	$35

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Key Factors That Influence Proposal Analyst Salaries

A Proposal 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 Proposal Analyst Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Proposal 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): $78,255
Early Career (1-2 years): $78,576
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $80,666
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $84,650
Expert (over 8 years): $86,794

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Proposal Analyst	$78,255
Intermediate Level Proposal Analyst	$78,576
Senior Level Proposal Analyst	$80,666
Specialist Level Proposal Analyst	$84,650
Expert Level Proposal Analyst	$86,794

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

District of Columbia: $90,205.
California: $89,863.
Massachusetts: $88,666.

District of Columbia $90,205 California $89,863 Massachusetts $88,666 Washington $88,340 New Jersey $88,307 Alaska $88,193 Connecticut $87,069 New York $86,612

Hawaii $85,154 Rhode Island $84,470 Maryland $84,005 Minnesota $83,370 Colorado $83,125 Illinois $83,044 Oregon $82,734 Delaware $82,506

New Hampshire $82,363 Virginia $82,042 Pennsylvania $81,105 Nevada $80,632 North Dakota $80,478 Michigan $80,233 Wisconsin $80,144 Vermont $79,964

Texas $79,467 Maine $79,435 Arizona $79,386 Ohio $79,329 Georgia $78,579 Indiana $78,205 Wyoming $78,131 Utah $78,017

Iowa $77,968 Kansas $77,577 Louisiana $77,463 North Carolina $77,422 Missouri $77,406 Florida $77,088 Montana $76,917 Nebraska $76,754

Kentucky $76,665 South Carolina $76,339 Tennessee $76,135 Idaho $76,054 New Mexico $75,459 Oklahoma $75,329 Alabama $74,848 South Dakota $74,041

Arkansas $73,601 West Virginia $73,365 Mississippi $72,656

Top Paying Cities for Proposal 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: $82,135
Little Creek: $82,736
Magnolia: $82,617

Lincoln, DE $82,135 Little Creek, DE $82,736 Magnolia, DE $82,617 Milford, DE $82,343 Marydel, DE $82,479 Millsboro, DE $81,790 Millville, DE $81,916 Milton, DE $82,058

Nassau, DE $82,118 Ocean View, DE $81,903 Rehoboth Beach, DE $82,060 Seaford, DE $82,106 Selbyville, DE $81,767 Smyrna, DE $82,793 Viola, DE $82,412 Woodside, DE $82,633

Bear, DE $82,443 Newark, DE $82,412 Claymont, DE $82,580 Delaware City, DE $82,494 Hockessin, DE $82,404 Kirkwood, DE $82,479 Middletown, DE $82,510 Montchanin, DE $82,423

New Castle, DE $82,435 Odessa, DE $82,551 Port Penn, DE $82,606 Rockland, DE $82,431 Saint Georges, DE $82,484 Townsend, DE $82,611 Winterthur, DE $82,441 Lewes, DE $82,090

Wilmington, DE $82,409 Dover, DE $82,736 Dover Afb, DE $82,300 Bethany Beach, DE $81,816 Bethel, DE $81,901 Bridgeville, DE $82,094 Camden Wyoming, DE $82,503 Cheswold, DE $82,709

Clayton, DE $82,712 Dagsboro, DE $81,759 Delmar, DE $81,628 Ellendale, DE $81,876 Felton, DE $82,337 Fenwick Island, DE $81,777 Frankford, DE $81,635 Frederica, DE $82,418

Georgetown, DE $81,728 Greenwood, DE $82,107 Harbeson, DE $81,815 Harrington, DE $82,233 Hartly, DE $82,488 Houston, DE $82,115 Kenton, DE $82,716 Laurel, DE $81,679

Yorklyn, DE $82,429

Proposal Analyst Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Proposal Analyst roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 63% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Proposal Analyst positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Proposal Analyst as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Proposal Analyst

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$103,133	$50.0	25%
Pharmaceuticals	$103,133	$50.0	25%
Financial Services	$99,008	$48.0	20%
Software & Networking	$99,008	$48.0	20%
Internet	$97,357	$47.0	18%

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

Understanding how a Proposal 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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$71,985

Average $82,506/year

$92,226

$5,999

Average $6,876/month

$7,685

$1,384

Average $1,587/week

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Average $40/hour

$44

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$92,226	$7,685	$1,774	$44
Average	$82,506	$6,876	$1,587	$40
25th Percentile	$71,985	$5,999	$1,384	$35

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