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

A Competitive Analyst's salary grows with experience: a Compensation Analyst I (0-2 years)earns $68,091, a Competitive Analyst (2-4 years)earns $81,361, a Compensation Analyst III (4-7 years)earns $106,724, a Compensation Analyst IV (7+ years)earns $129,521, a Compensation Supervisor (7+ years)earns $124,284,

What are the highest paying states for a Competitive Analyst?

Competitive Analyst salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Competitive Analyst roles are District of Columbia $89,178, California $88,840, Massachusetts $87,656. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Competitive Analyst roles make?

Salaries for Competitive Analyst level roles vary by specialization: Competitive Pricing Analyst V: $157,749; Market and Competitive Intelligence Analyst IV: $134,300; Competitive Pricing Analyst IV: $117,055; Competitive Intelligence Analyst: $115,435; Market and Competitive Intelligence Analyst III: $101,600.

Competitive Analyst Salary in Delaware

How much does a Competitive Analyst make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Competitive Analyst in Delaware is $81,752 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $94,138
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $74,208 to $88,235
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $67,340

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Competitive Analyst Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$88,235	$7,353	$1,697	$42
Average	$81,752	$6,813	$1,572	$39
25th Percentile	$74,208	$6,184	$1,427	$36

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Key Factors That Influence Competitive Analyst Salaries

A Competitive 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 Competitive Analyst Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Competitive 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): $68,091
Early Career (1-2 years): $81,361
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $106,724
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $129,521
Expert (over 8 years): $124,284

Levels	Salary
Compensat... Level Competitive Analyst	$68,091
Competiti... Level Competitive Analyst	$81,361
Compensat... Level Competitive Analyst	$106,724
Compensat... Level Competitive Analyst	$129,521
Compensat... Level Competitive Analyst	$124,284

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

District of Columbia: $89,178.
California: $88,840.
Massachusetts: $87,656.

District of Columbia $89,178 California $88,840 Massachusetts $87,656 Washington $87,334 New Jersey $87,301 Alaska $87,189 Connecticut $86,077 New York $85,626

Hawaii $84,184 Rhode Island $83,508 Maryland $83,049 Minnesota $82,420 Colorado $82,179 Illinois $82,098 Oregon $81,792 Delaware $81,567

New Hampshire $81,425 Virginia $81,108 Pennsylvania $80,181 Nevada $79,714 North Dakota $79,561 Michigan $79,319 Wisconsin $79,231 Vermont $79,054

Texas $78,562 Maine $78,530 Arizona $78,482 Ohio $78,425 Georgia $77,684 Indiana $77,314 Wyoming $77,241 Utah $77,129

Iowa $77,080 Kansas $76,694 Louisiana $76,581 North Carolina $76,541 Missouri $76,525 Florida $76,210 Montana $76,041 Nebraska $75,880

Kentucky $75,792 South Carolina $75,469 Tennessee $75,268 Idaho $75,188 New Mexico $74,600 Oklahoma $74,471 Alabama $73,996 South Dakota $73,198

Arkansas $72,763 West Virginia $72,530 Mississippi $71,829

Top Paying Cities for Competitive 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: $84,418
Little Creek: $83,637
Magnolia: $83,983

Lincoln, DE $84,418 Little Creek, DE $83,637 Magnolia, DE $83,983 Milford, DE $84,418 Marydel, DE $83,323 Millsboro, DE $84,418 Millville, DE $84,982 Milton, DE $84,418

Nassau, DE $84,418 Ocean View, DE $84,982 Rehoboth Beach, DE $84,982 Seaford, DE $83,532 Selbyville, DE $84,982 Smyrna, DE $83,226 Viola, DE $83,983 Woodside, DE $83,741

Bear, DE $82,614 Newark, DE $82,646 Claymont, DE $82,710 Delaware City, DE $82,646 Hockessin, DE $82,710 Kirkwood, DE $82,646 Middletown, DE $83,057 Montchanin, DE $82,710

New Castle, DE $82,710 Odessa, DE $83,169 Port Penn, DE $82,420 Rockland, DE $82,710 Saint Georges, DE $82,646 Townsend, DE $83,049 Winterthur, DE $82,710 Lewes, DE $84,418

Wilmington, DE $82,710 Dover, DE $83,596 Dover Afb, DE $83,790 Bethany Beach, DE $84,982 Bethel, DE $83,532 Bridgeville, DE $84,418 Camden Wyoming, DE $83,685 Cheswold, DE $83,403

Clayton, DE $83,194 Dagsboro, DE $84,982 Delmar, DE $83,532 Ellendale, DE $84,418 Felton, DE $84,418 Fenwick Island, DE $84,982 Frankford, DE $84,982 Frederica, DE $84,418

Georgetown, DE $84,418 Greenwood, DE $84,418 Harbeson, DE $84,418 Harrington, DE $84,418 Hartly, DE $83,153 Houston, DE $84,418 Kenton, DE $83,194 Laurel, DE $83,532

Yorklyn, DE $82,710

Competitive Analyst Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Competitive 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.

Last Updated on May 18, 2021

$74,208

Average $81,752/year

$88,235

$6,184

Average $6,813/month

$7,353

$1,427

Average $1,572/week

$1,697

$36

Average $39/hour

$42

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$88,235	$7,353	$1,697	$42
Average	$81,752	$6,813	$1,572	$39
25th Percentile	$74,208	$6,184	$1,427	$36

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