What are the main factors that influence a System Controller's salary?

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

How does experience change A System Controller's salary?

A System Controller's salary grows with experience: a Financial Control Senior Manager (5+ years)earns $166,588, a Financial Control Director (5+ years)earns $181,236, a System Controller (5+ years)earns $259,139,

What are the highest paying states for a System Controller?

System Controller salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for System Controller roles are District of Columbia $285,979, California $284,894, Massachusetts $281,097. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of System Controller roles make?

Salaries for System Controller level roles vary by specialization: Corporate Controller: $302,073; Controller: $253,707; Pipeline Controller Manager: $169,200; Deputy Controller: $163,100; Pipeline Controller Supervisor: $129,200.

System Controller Salary in Delaware

How much does a System Controller make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a System Controller in Delaware is $261,570 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $126.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $324,744
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $241,421 to $294,638
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $223,075

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System Controller Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$294,638	$24,553	$5,666	$142
Average	$261,570	$21,798	$5,030	$126
25th Percentile	$241,421	$20,118	$4,643	$116

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Key Factors That Influence System Controller Salaries

A System Controller'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 System Controller 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 System Controllers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $285,979.
California: $284,894.
Massachusetts: $281,097.

District of Columbia $285,979 California $284,894 Massachusetts $281,097 Washington $280,064 New Jersey $279,961 Alaska $279,599 Connecticut $276,035 New York $274,588

Hawaii $269,965 Rhode Island $267,795 Maryland $266,323 Minnesota $264,308 Colorado $263,533 Illinois $263,275 Oregon $262,293 Delaware $261,570

New Hampshire $261,116 Virginia $260,098 Pennsylvania $257,128 Nevada $255,630 North Dakota $255,139 Michigan $254,364 Wisconsin $254,080 Vermont $253,512

Texas $251,936 Maine $251,833 Arizona $251,678 Ohio $251,497 Georgia $249,121 Indiana $247,933 Wyoming $247,700 Utah $247,339

Iowa $247,184 Kansas $245,944 Louisiana $245,582 North Carolina $245,453 Missouri $245,401 Florida $244,394 Montana $243,852 Nebraska $243,335

Kentucky $243,051 South Carolina $242,018 Tennessee $241,372 Idaho $241,114 New Mexico $239,228 Oklahoma $238,815 Alabama $237,291 South Dakota $234,734

Arkansas $233,339 West Virginia $232,590 Mississippi $230,343

Top Paying Cities for System Controllers

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: $260,392
Little Creek: $262,299
Magnolia: $261,922

Lincoln, DE $260,392 Little Creek, DE $262,299 Magnolia, DE $261,922 Milford, DE $261,054 Marydel, DE $261,482 Millsboro, DE $259,300 Millville, DE $259,700 Milton, DE $260,150

Nassau, DE $260,338 Ocean View, DE $259,656 Rehoboth Beach, DE $260,155 Seaford, DE $260,302 Selbyville, DE $259,225 Smyrna, DE $262,479 Viola, DE $261,271 Woodside, DE $261,973

Bear, DE $261,369 Newark, DE $261,271 Claymont, DE $261,805 Delaware City, DE $261,532 Hockessin, DE $261,247 Kirkwood, DE $261,482 Middletown, DE $261,583 Montchanin, DE $261,307

New Castle, DE $261,346 Odessa, DE $261,712 Port Penn, DE $261,888 Rockland, DE $261,333 Saint Georges, DE $261,501 Townsend, DE $261,903 Winterthur, DE $261,364 Lewes, DE $260,250

Wilmington, DE $261,260 Dover, DE $262,299 Dover Afb, DE $260,917 Bethany Beach, DE $259,383 Bethel, DE $259,651 Bridgeville, DE $260,263 Camden Wyoming, DE $261,560 Cheswold, DE $262,213

Clayton, DE $262,221 Dagsboro, DE $259,202 Delmar, DE $258,786 Ellendale, DE $259,571 Felton, DE $261,033 Fenwick Island, DE $259,259 Frankford, DE $258,807 Frederica, DE $261,291

Georgetown, DE $259,104 Greenwood, DE $260,305 Harbeson, DE $259,380 Harrington, DE $260,702 Hartly, DE $261,513 Houston, DE $260,330 Kenton, DE $262,234 Laurel, DE $258,949

Yorklyn, DE $261,325

System Controller Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a System Controller'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 May 01, 2026

$241,421

Average $261,570/year

$294,638

$20,118

Average $21,798/month

$24,553

$4,643

Average $5,030/week

$5,666

$116

Average $126/hour

$142

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$294,638	$24,553	$5,666	$142
Average	$261,570	$21,798	$5,030	$126
25th Percentile	$241,421	$20,118	$4,643	$116

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