What are the main factors that influence a Lead Financial Analyst's salary?

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

How does experience change A Lead Financial Analyst's salary?

A Lead Financial Analyst's salary grows with experience: a Financial Planning Analyst V (7-10 years)earns $151,355, a Financial Planning and Analysis Supervisor (10+ years)earns $105,749, a Lead Financial Analyst (10+ years)earns $136,325, a Financial Planning and Analysis Senior Manager (10+ years)earns $154,246, a Financial Planning and Analysis Director (10+ years)earns $200,989,

What are the highest paying states for a Lead Financial Analyst?

Lead Financial Analyst salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Lead Financial Analyst roles are District of Columbia $149,469, California $148,902, Massachusetts $146,917. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Lead Financial Analyst roles make?

Salaries for Lead Financial Analyst level roles vary by specialization: Lead Mergers & Acquisitions Analyst: $175,400; Lead Analyst, Financial Accounting: $118,940; Specialist Financial Analyst: $114,600; Financial Planning Analyst IV: $114,520; Financial Analyst IV: $114,515.

Lead Financial Analyst Salary in Delaware

How much does a Lead Financial Analyst make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Lead Financial Analyst in Delaware is $137,022 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $66.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $162,621
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $123,160 to $150,422
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $110,540

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Lead Financial Analyst Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$150,422	$12,535	$2,893	$72
Average	$137,022	$11,419	$2,635	$66
25th Percentile	$123,160	$10,263	$2,368	$59

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Key Factors That Influence Lead Financial Analyst Salaries

A Lead Financial 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 Lead Financial Analyst Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Lead Financial 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): $151,355
Early Career (1-2 years): $105,749
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $136,325
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $154,246
Expert (over 8 years): $200,989

Levels	Salary
Financial... Level Lead Financial Analyst	$151,355
Financial... Level Lead Financial Analyst	$105,749
Lead Fina... Level Lead Financial Analyst	$136,325
Financial... Level Lead Financial Analyst	$154,246
Financial... Level Lead Financial Analyst	$200,989

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

District of Columbia: $149,469.
California: $148,902.
Massachusetts: $146,917.

District of Columbia $149,469 California $148,902 Massachusetts $146,917 Washington $146,377 New Jersey $146,323 Alaska $146,134 Connecticut $144,271 New York $143,515

Hawaii $141,099 Rhode Island $139,965 Maryland $139,196 Minnesota $138,143 Colorado $137,738 Illinois $137,603 Oregon $137,090 Delaware $136,712

New Hampshire $136,474 Virginia $135,942 Pennsylvania $134,390 Nevada $133,607 North Dakota $133,350 Michigan $132,945 Wisconsin $132,797 Vermont $132,500

Texas $131,676 Maine $131,622 Arizona $131,541 Ohio $131,447 Georgia $130,205 Indiana $129,584 Wyoming $129,462 Utah $129,273

Iowa $129,192 Kansas $128,544 Louisiana $128,355 North Carolina $128,288 Missouri $128,261 Florida $127,734 Montana $127,451 Nebraska $127,181

Kentucky $127,032 South Carolina $126,492 Tennessee $126,155 Idaho $126,020 New Mexico $125,034 Oklahoma $124,818 Alabama $124,022 South Dakota $122,685

Arkansas $121,956 West Virginia $121,565 Mississippi $120,390

Top Paying Cities for Lead Financial 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: $141,490
Little Creek: $140,181
Magnolia: $140,761

Lincoln, DE $141,490 Little Creek, DE $140,181 Magnolia, DE $140,761 Milford, DE $141,490 Marydel, DE $139,655 Millsboro, DE $141,490 Millville, DE $142,435 Milton, DE $141,490

Nassau, DE $141,490 Ocean View, DE $142,435 Rehoboth Beach, DE $142,435 Seaford, DE $140,006 Selbyville, DE $142,435 Smyrna, DE $139,493 Viola, DE $140,761 Woodside, DE $140,356

Bear, DE $138,467 Newark, DE $138,521 Claymont, DE $138,629 Delaware City, DE $138,521 Hockessin, DE $138,629 Kirkwood, DE $138,521 Middletown, DE $139,209 Montchanin, DE $138,629

New Castle, DE $138,629 Odessa, DE $139,398 Port Penn, DE $138,143 Rockland, DE $138,629 Saint Georges, DE $138,521 Townsend, DE $139,196 Winterthur, DE $138,629 Lewes, DE $141,490

Wilmington, DE $138,629 Dover, DE $140,114 Dover Afb, DE $140,437 Bethany Beach, DE $142,435 Bethel, DE $140,006 Bridgeville, DE $141,490 Camden Wyoming, DE $140,262 Cheswold, DE $139,790

Clayton, DE $139,439 Dagsboro, DE $142,435 Delmar, DE $140,006 Ellendale, DE $141,490 Felton, DE $141,490 Fenwick Island, DE $142,435 Frankford, DE $142,435 Frederica, DE $141,490

Georgetown, DE $141,490 Greenwood, DE $141,490 Harbeson, DE $141,490 Harrington, DE $141,490 Hartly, DE $139,371 Houston, DE $141,490 Kenton, DE $139,439 Laurel, DE $140,006

Yorklyn, DE $138,629

Lead Financial Analyst Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Lead Financial 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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$123,160

Average $137,022/year

$150,422

$10,263

Average $11,419/month

$12,535

$2,368

Average $2,635/week

$2,893

$59

Average $66/hour

$72

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$150,422	$12,535	$2,893	$72
Average	$137,022	$11,419	$2,635	$66
25th Percentile	$123,160	$10,263	$2,368	$59

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