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

A VP Controller's salary grows with experience: a Financial Control Senior Manager (5+ years)earns $164,622, a VP Controller (5+ years)earns $179,097, a Controller (5+ years)earns $256,081,

What are the highest paying states for a VP Controller?

VP Controller salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for VP Controller roles are District of Columbia $197,164, California $196,416, Massachusetts $193,798. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of VP Controller roles make?

Salaries for VP Controller level roles vary by specialization: Corporate Controller: $302,073; Portfolio Controller: $263,693; Project Controller: $254,034; Financial Controller: $253,800; Controller: $253,707.

VP Controller Salary in Delaware

How much does a VP Controller make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a VP Controller in Delaware is $180,336 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $87.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $212,502
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $163,617 to $197,173
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $148,395

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VP Controller Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$197,173	$16,431	$3,792	$95
Average	$180,336	$15,028	$3,468	$87
25th Percentile	$163,617	$13,635	$3,146	$79

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Key Factors That Influence VP Controller Salaries

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

District of Columbia: $197,164.
California: $196,416.
Massachusetts: $193,798.

District of Columbia $197,164 California $196,416 Massachusetts $193,798 Washington $193,086 New Jersey $193,014 Alaska $192,765 Connecticut $190,308 New York $189,310

Hawaii $186,123 Rhode Island $184,627 Maryland $183,612 Minnesota $182,223 Colorado $181,689 Illinois $181,511 Oregon $180,834 Delaware $180,336

New Hampshire $180,022 Virginia $179,321 Pennsylvania $177,273 Nevada $176,240 North Dakota $175,901 Michigan $175,367 Wisconsin $175,171 Vermont $174,780

Texas $173,693 Maine $173,622 Arizona $173,515 Ohio $173,391 Georgia $171,752 Indiana $170,933 Wyoming $170,773 Utah $170,524

Iowa $170,417 Kansas $169,562 Louisiana $169,313 North Carolina $169,224 Missouri $169,188 Florida $168,494 Montana $168,120 Nebraska $167,764

Kentucky $167,568 South Carolina $166,855 Tennessee $166,410 Idaho $166,232 New Mexico $164,932 Oklahoma $164,647 Alabama $163,597 South Dakota $161,834

Arkansas $160,872 West Virginia $160,356 Mississippi $158,806

Top Paying Cities for VP 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: $179,524
Little Creek: $180,838
Magnolia: $180,578

Lincoln, DE $179,524 Little Creek, DE $180,838 Magnolia, DE $180,578 Milford, DE $179,979 Marydel, DE $180,275 Millsboro, DE $178,770 Millville, DE $179,046 Milton, DE $179,356

Nassau, DE $179,486 Ocean View, DE $179,016 Rehoboth Beach, DE $179,360 Seaford, DE $179,461 Selbyville, DE $178,719 Smyrna, DE $180,962 Viola, DE $180,129 Woodside, DE $180,613

Bear, DE $180,197 Newark, DE $180,129 Claymont, DE $180,498 Delaware City, DE $180,309 Hockessin, DE $180,113 Kirkwood, DE $180,275 Middletown, DE $180,344 Montchanin, DE $180,154

New Castle, DE $180,181 Odessa, DE $180,433 Port Penn, DE $180,555 Rockland, DE $180,172 Saint Georges, DE $180,287 Townsend, DE $180,565 Winterthur, DE $180,193 Lewes, DE $179,426

Wilmington, DE $180,122 Dover, DE $180,838 Dover Afb, DE $179,885 Bethany Beach, DE $178,827 Bethel, DE $179,012 Bridgeville, DE $179,434 Camden Wyoming, DE $180,328 Cheswold, DE $180,779

Clayton, DE $180,784 Dagsboro, DE $178,703 Delmar, DE $178,416 Ellendale, DE $178,957 Felton, DE $179,965 Fenwick Island, DE $178,742 Frankford, DE $178,430 Frederica, DE $180,143

Georgetown, DE $178,635 Greenwood, DE $179,463 Harbeson, DE $178,825 Harrington, DE $179,737 Hartly, DE $180,296 Houston, DE $179,481 Kenton, DE $180,793 Laurel, DE $178,528

Yorklyn, DE $180,166

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

Understanding how a VP 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

$163,617

Average $180,336/year

$197,173

$13,635

Average $15,028/month

$16,431

$3,146

Average $3,468/week

$3,792

$79

Average $87/hour

$95

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$197,173	$16,431	$3,792	$95
Average	$180,336	$15,028	$3,468	$87
25th Percentile	$163,617	$13,635	$3,146	$79

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