What are the main factors that influence a Trading Assistant'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 Trading Assistant?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Trading Assistant roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

What are the highest paying states for a Trading Assistant?

Trading Assistant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Trading Assistant roles are District of Columbia $91,742, California $91,394, Massachusetts $90,176. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Trading Assistant roles make?

Salaries for Trading Assistant level roles vary by specialization: Trading Analyst: $124,921; Head of Trading: $124,825; Trading Manager: $108,119; Assistant Vice President C++ Algorithmic Trading Developer: $99,795; Trading Associate: $99,141.

Trading Assistant Salary in Delaware

How much does a Trading Assistant make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Trading Assistant in Delaware is $83,912 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $107,453
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $70,914 to $96,234
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $59,079

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Trading Assistant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$96,234	$8,020	$1,851	$46
Average	$83,912	$6,993	$1,614	$40
25th Percentile	$70,914	$5,909	$1,364	$34

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Key Factors That Influence Trading Assistant Salaries

A Trading Assistant's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Trading Assistant 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 Trading Assistants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $91,742.
California: $91,394.
Massachusetts: $90,176.

District of Columbia $91,742 California $91,394 Massachusetts $90,176 Washington $89,844 New Jersey $89,811 Alaska $89,695 Connecticut $88,552 New York $88,088

Hawaii $86,605 Rhode Island $85,909 Maryland $85,436 Minnesota $84,790 Colorado $84,541 Illinois $84,458 Oregon $84,144 Delaware $83,912

New Hampshire $83,766 Virginia $83,439 Pennsylvania $82,486 Nevada $82,006 North Dakota $81,848 Michigan $81,600 Wisconsin $81,509 Vermont $81,326

Texas $80,821 Maine $80,788 Arizona $80,738 Ohio $80,680 Georgia $79,918 Indiana $79,537 Wyoming $79,462 Utah $79,346

Iowa $79,296 Kansas $78,899 Louisiana $78,783 North Carolina $78,741 Missouri $78,725 Florida $78,401 Montana $78,227 Nebraska $78,062

Kentucky $77,971 South Carolina $77,639 Tennessee $77,432 Idaho $77,349 New Mexico $76,744 Oklahoma $76,612 Alabama $76,123 South Dakota $75,303

Arkansas $74,855 West Virginia $74,615 Mississippi $73,894

Top Paying Cities for Trading Assistants

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: $83,534
Little Creek: $84,145
Magnolia: $84,024

Lincoln, DE $83,534 Little Creek, DE $84,145 Magnolia, DE $84,024 Milford, DE $83,746 Marydel, DE $83,883 Millsboro, DE $83,183 Millville, DE $83,312 Milton, DE $83,456

Nassau, DE $83,516 Ocean View, DE $83,298 Rehoboth Beach, DE $83,458 Seaford, DE $83,505 Selbyville, DE $83,159 Smyrna, DE $84,203 Viola, DE $83,815 Woodside, DE $84,041

Bear, DE $83,847 Newark, DE $83,815 Claymont, DE $83,987 Delaware City, DE $83,899 Hockessin, DE $83,808 Kirkwood, DE $83,883 Middletown, DE $83,916 Montchanin, DE $83,827

New Castle, DE $83,840 Odessa, DE $83,957 Port Penn, DE $84,014 Rockland, DE $83,835 Saint Georges, DE $83,889 Townsend, DE $84,019 Winterthur, DE $83,845 Lewes, DE $83,488

Wilmington, DE $83,812 Dover, DE $84,145 Dover Afb, DE $83,702 Bethany Beach, DE $83,210 Bethel, DE $83,296 Bridgeville, DE $83,492 Camden Wyoming, DE $83,908 Cheswold, DE $84,118

Clayton, DE $84,120 Dagsboro, DE $83,152 Delmar, DE $83,018 Ellendale, DE $83,270 Felton, DE $83,739 Fenwick Island, DE $83,170 Frankford, DE $83,025 Frederica, DE $83,822

Georgetown, DE $83,120 Greenwood, DE $83,506 Harbeson, DE $83,209 Harrington, DE $83,633 Hartly, DE $83,893 Houston, DE $83,514 Kenton, DE $84,125 Laurel, DE $83,071

Yorklyn, DE $83,833

Trading Assistant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Trading Assistant roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Financial Services, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Trading Assistant positions in Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Trading Assistant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Trading Assistant

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services	$100,694	$48.0	20%

Trading Assistant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Trading Assistant'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

$70,914

Average $83,912/year

$96,234

$5,909

Average $6,993/month

$8,020

$1,364

Average $1,614/week

$1,851

$34

Average $40/hour

$46

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$96,234	$8,020	$1,851	$46
Average	$83,912	$6,993	$1,614	$40
25th Percentile	$70,914	$5,909	$1,364	$34

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