What are the main factors that influence a Controls Tech's salary?

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

How does experience change A Controls Tech's salary?

A Controls Tech's salary grows with experience: starting around $60,613 for beginners, reaching about $63,239 at mid-level, and approach $66,783 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Controls Tech?

Controls Tech salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Controls Tech roles are District of Columbia $68,148, California $67,889, Massachusetts $66,984. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Controls Tech roles make?

Salaries for Controls Tech level roles vary by specialization: Controls Manager: $152,082; Controls Engineer: $123,503; Controls Designer: $108,414; Controls Technologist: $99,096; Controls Analyst: $94,978.

Controls Tech Salary in Delaware

How much does a Controls Tech make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Controls Tech in Delaware is $62,473 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $30.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $76,194
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $55,826 to $69,655
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $49,775

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Controls Tech Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$69,655	$5,805	$1,340	$33
Average	$62,473	$5,206	$1,201	$30
25th Percentile	$55,826	$4,652	$1,074	$27

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Key Factors That Influence Controls Tech Salaries

A Controls Tech'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 Controls Tech Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Controls Tech'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): $60,613
Early Career (1-2 years): $60,798
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $63,239
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $66,547
Expert (over 8 years): $66,783

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Controls Tech	$60,613
Intermediate Level Controls Tech	$60,798
Senior Level Controls Tech	$63,239
Specialist Level Controls Tech	$66,547
Expert Level Controls Tech	$66,783

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How Do Controls Tech 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 Controls Teches. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $68,148.
California: $67,889.
Massachusetts: $66,984.

District of Columbia $68,148 California $67,889 Massachusetts $66,984 Washington $66,738 New Jersey $66,714 Alaska $66,627 Connecticut $65,778 New York $65,433

Hawaii $64,332 Rhode Island $63,815 Maryland $63,464 Minnesota $62,984 Colorado $62,799 Illinois $62,737 Oregon $62,504 Delaware $62,331

New Hampshire $62,223 Virginia $61,980 Pennsylvania $61,273 Nevada $60,916 North Dakota $60,799 Michigan $60,614 Wisconsin $60,546 Vermont $60,411

Texas $60,035 Maine $60,011 Arizona $59,974 Ohio $59,931 Georgia $59,365 Indiana $59,081 Wyoming $59,026 Utah $58,940

Iowa $58,903 Kansas $58,607 Louisiana $58,521 North Carolina $58,491 Missouri $58,478 Florida $58,238 Montana $58,109 Nebraska $57,986

Kentucky $57,918 South Carolina $57,672 Tennessee $57,518 Idaho $57,456 New Mexico $57,007 Oklahoma $56,909 Alabama $56,546 South Dakota $55,936

Arkansas $55,604 West Virginia $55,425 Mississippi $54,890

Top Paying Cities for Controls Teches

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: $64,510
Little Creek: $63,913
Magnolia: $64,178

Lincoln, DE $64,510 Little Creek, DE $63,913 Magnolia, DE $64,178 Milford, DE $64,510 Marydel, DE $63,673 Millsboro, DE $64,510 Millville, DE $64,941 Milton, DE $64,510

Nassau, DE $64,510 Ocean View, DE $64,941 Rehoboth Beach, DE $64,941 Seaford, DE $63,833 Selbyville, DE $64,941 Smyrna, DE $63,599 Viola, DE $64,178 Woodside, DE $63,993

Bear, DE $63,131 Newark, DE $63,156 Claymont, DE $63,205 Delaware City, DE $63,156 Hockessin, DE $63,205 Kirkwood, DE $63,156 Middletown, DE $63,470 Montchanin, DE $63,205

New Castle, DE $63,205 Odessa, DE $63,556 Port Penn, DE $62,984 Rockland, DE $63,205 Saint Georges, DE $63,156 Townsend, DE $63,464 Winterthur, DE $63,205 Lewes, DE $64,510

Wilmington, DE $63,205 Dover, DE $63,882 Dover Afb, DE $64,030 Bethany Beach, DE $64,941 Bethel, DE $63,833 Bridgeville, DE $64,510 Camden Wyoming, DE $63,950 Cheswold, DE $63,735

Clayton, DE $63,575 Dagsboro, DE $64,941 Delmar, DE $63,833 Ellendale, DE $64,510 Felton, DE $64,510 Fenwick Island, DE $64,941 Frankford, DE $64,941 Frederica, DE $64,510

Georgetown, DE $64,510 Greenwood, DE $64,510 Harbeson, DE $64,510 Harrington, DE $64,510 Hartly, DE $63,544 Houston, DE $64,510 Kenton, DE $63,575 Laurel, DE $63,833

Yorklyn, DE $63,205

Controls Tech Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Controls Tech'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

$55,826

Average $62,473/year

$69,655

$4,652

Average $5,206/month

$5,805

$1,074

Average $1,201/week

$1,340

$27

Average $30/hour

$33

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$69,655	$5,805	$1,340	$33
Average	$62,473	$5,206	$1,201	$30
25th Percentile	$55,826	$4,652	$1,074	$27

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