What are the main factors that influence a Rates Trader'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 Rates Trader?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Rates Trader roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

How does experience change A Rates Trader's salary?

A Rates Trader's salary grows with experience: a Telecommunication Rates Analyst I (0-2 years)earns $60,775, a Rates Trader (2-4 years)earns $85,972, a Telecommunication Rates Manager (4+ years)earns $120,867,

What are the highest paying states for a Rates Trader?

Rates Trader salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Rates Trader roles are District of Columbia $94,595, California $94,237, Massachusetts $92,981. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Rates Trader roles make?

Salaries for Rates Trader level roles vary by specialization: ForEx Currency Trader III: $193,290; Senior Foreign Exchange Trader: $193,230; Foreign Exchange Trader III: $193,228; Group Rates Manager: $163,842; Telecommunication Rates Manager: $116,270.

Rates Trader Salary in Delaware

How much does a Rates Trader make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Rates Trader in Delaware is $86,522 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $42.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $100,808
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $79,945 to $94,000
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $73,957

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Rates Trader Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$94,000	$7,833	$1,808	$45
Average	$86,522	$7,210	$1,664	$42
25th Percentile	$79,945	$6,662	$1,537	$38

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Key Factors That Influence Rates Trader Salaries

A Rates Trader'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 Do Rates Trader 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 Rates Traders. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $94,595.
California: $94,237.
Massachusetts: $92,981.

District of Columbia $94,595 California $94,237 Massachusetts $92,981 Washington $92,639 New Jersey $92,605 Alaska $92,485 Connecticut $91,306 New York $90,828

Hawaii $89,298 Rhode Island $88,581 Maryland $88,094 Minnesota $87,427 Colorado $87,171 Illinois $87,086 Oregon $86,761 Delaware $86,522

New Hampshire $86,371 Virginia $86,035 Pennsylvania $85,052 Nevada $84,557 North Dakota $84,394 Michigan $84,138 Wisconsin $84,044 Vermont $83,856

Texas $83,335 Maine $83,301 Arizona $83,249 Ohio $83,190 Georgia $82,404 Indiana $82,011 Wyoming $81,934 Utah $81,814

Iowa $81,763 Kansas $81,353 Louisiana $81,233 North Carolina $81,190 Missouri $81,173 Florida $80,840 Montana $80,661 Nebraska $80,490

Kentucky $80,396 South Carolina $80,054 Tennessee $79,841 Idaho $79,755 New Mexico $79,131 Oklahoma $78,995 Alabama $78,491 South Dakota $77,645

Arkansas $77,183 West Virginia $76,936 Mississippi $76,192

Top Paying Cities for Rates Traders

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: $86,132
Little Creek: $86,763
Magnolia: $86,638

Lincoln, DE $86,132 Little Creek, DE $86,763 Magnolia, DE $86,638 Milford, DE $86,351 Marydel, DE $86,493 Millsboro, DE $85,771 Millville, DE $85,903 Milton, DE $86,052

Nassau, DE $86,114 Ocean View, DE $85,889 Rehoboth Beach, DE $86,053 Seaford, DE $86,102 Selbyville, DE $85,746 Smyrna, DE $86,822 Viola, DE $86,423 Woodside, DE $86,655

Bear, DE $86,455 Newark, DE $86,423 Claymont, DE $86,599 Delaware City, DE $86,509 Hockessin, DE $86,415 Kirkwood, DE $86,493 Middletown, DE $86,526 Montchanin, DE $86,434

New Castle, DE $86,447 Odessa, DE $86,569 Port Penn, DE $86,627 Rockland, DE $86,443 Saint Georges, DE $86,499 Townsend, DE $86,632 Winterthur, DE $86,453 Lewes, DE $86,085

Wilmington, DE $86,419 Dover, DE $86,763 Dover Afb, DE $86,305 Bethany Beach, DE $85,798 Bethel, DE $85,887 Bridgeville, DE $86,089 Camden Wyoming, DE $86,518 Cheswold, DE $86,734

Clayton, DE $86,737 Dagsboro, DE $85,738 Delmar, DE $85,601 Ellendale, DE $85,860 Felton, DE $86,344 Fenwick Island, DE $85,757 Frankford, DE $85,607 Frederica, DE $86,429

Georgetown, DE $85,706 Greenwood, DE $86,103 Harbeson, DE $85,797 Harrington, DE $86,235 Hartly, DE $86,503 Houston, DE $86,112 Kenton, DE $86,741 Laurel, DE $85,654

Yorklyn, DE $86,440

Rates Trader Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Rates Trader roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Rates Trader positions in Telecom. or MFG Durable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Rates Trader as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Rates Trader

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$121,130	$58.0	40%
Energy & Utilities	$103,826	$50.0	20%
Healthcare	$99,500	$48.0	15%
Business Services	$95,174	$46.0	10%

Rates Trader Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Rates Trader'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

$79,945

Average $86,522/year

$94,000

$6,662

Average $7,210/month

$7,833

$1,537

Average $1,664/week

$1,808

$38

Average $42/hour

$45

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$94,000	$7,833	$1,808	$45
Average	$86,522	$7,210	$1,664	$42
25th Percentile	$79,945	$6,662	$1,537	$38

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