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

A Rate Analyst's salary grows with experience: starting around $81,648 for beginners, reaching about $82,607 at mid-level, and approach $87,529 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Rate Analyst?

Rate Analyst salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Rate Analyst roles are District of Columbia $91,572, California $91,225, Massachusetts $90,009. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Rate Analyst roles make?

Salaries for Rate Analyst level roles vary by specialization: Specialist Traffic/Rate Analyst: $113,290; Traffic/Rate Analyst IV: $113,229; Traffic/Rate Analyst III: $92,792; Senior Traffic/Rate Analyst: $92,790; Public Utility Rate Analyst: $82,800.

Rate Analyst Salary in Delaware

How much does a Rate Analyst make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Rate Analyst in Delaware is $83,756 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $97,555
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $77,337 to $90,979
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $71,492

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Rate Analyst Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$90,979	$7,582	$1,750	$44
Average	$83,756	$6,980	$1,611	$40
25th Percentile	$77,337	$6,445	$1,487	$37

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Key Factors That Influence Rate Analyst Salaries

A Rate 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 Rate Analyst Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Rate 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): $81,648
Early Career (1-2 years): $81,840
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $82,607
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $85,912
Expert (over 8 years): $87,529

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Rate Analyst	$81,648
Intermediate Level Rate Analyst	$81,840
Senior Level Rate Analyst	$82,607
Specialist Level Rate Analyst	$85,912
Expert Level Rate Analyst	$87,529

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

District of Columbia: $91,572.
California: $91,225.
Massachusetts: $90,009.

District of Columbia $91,572 California $91,225 Massachusetts $90,009 Washington $89,678 New Jersey $89,645 Alaska $89,529 Connecticut $88,388 New York $87,925

Hawaii $86,444 Rhode Island $85,750 Maryland $85,278 Minnesota $84,633 Colorado $84,385 Illinois $84,302 Oregon $83,988 Delaware $83,756

New Hampshire $83,611 Virginia $83,285 Pennsylvania $82,334 Nevada $81,854 North Dakota $81,697 Michigan $81,449 Wisconsin $81,358 Vermont $81,176

Texas $80,671 Maine $80,638 Arizona $80,589 Ohio $80,531 Georgia $79,770 Indiana $79,389 Wyoming $79,315 Utah $79,199

Iowa $79,150 Kansas $78,753 Louisiana $78,637 North Carolina $78,596 Missouri $78,579 Florida $78,256 Montana $78,083 Nebraska $77,917

Kentucky $77,826 South Carolina $77,496 Tennessee $77,289 Idaho $77,206 New Mexico $76,602 Oklahoma $76,470 Alabama $75,982 South Dakota $75,163

Arkansas $74,717 West Virginia $74,477 Mississippi $73,757

Top Paying Cities for Rate 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: $86,684
Little Creek: $85,882
Magnolia: $86,238

Lincoln, DE $86,684 Little Creek, DE $85,882 Magnolia, DE $86,238 Milford, DE $86,684 Marydel, DE $85,559 Millsboro, DE $86,684 Millville, DE $87,263 Milton, DE $86,684

Nassau, DE $86,684 Ocean View, DE $87,263 Rehoboth Beach, DE $87,263 Seaford, DE $85,774 Selbyville, DE $87,263 Smyrna, DE $85,460 Viola, DE $86,238 Woodside, DE $85,989

Bear, DE $84,832 Newark, DE $84,865 Claymont, DE $84,931 Delaware City, DE $84,865 Hockessin, DE $84,931 Kirkwood, DE $84,865 Middletown, DE $85,286 Montchanin, DE $84,931

New Castle, DE $84,931 Odessa, DE $85,402 Port Penn, DE $84,633 Rockland, DE $84,931 Saint Georges, DE $84,865 Townsend, DE $85,278 Winterthur, DE $84,931 Lewes, DE $86,684

Wilmington, DE $84,931 Dover, DE $85,841 Dover Afb, DE $86,039 Bethany Beach, DE $87,263 Bethel, DE $85,774 Bridgeville, DE $86,684 Camden Wyoming, DE $85,932 Cheswold, DE $85,642

Clayton, DE $85,427 Dagsboro, DE $87,263 Delmar, DE $85,774 Ellendale, DE $86,684 Felton, DE $86,684 Fenwick Island, DE $87,263 Frankford, DE $87,263 Frederica, DE $86,684

Georgetown, DE $86,684 Greenwood, DE $86,684 Harbeson, DE $86,684 Harrington, DE $86,684 Hartly, DE $85,386 Houston, DE $86,684 Kenton, DE $85,427 Laurel, DE $85,774

Yorklyn, DE $84,931

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

Understanding how a Rate 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 April 01, 2026

$77,337

Average $83,756/year

$90,979

$6,445

Average $6,980/month

$7,582

$1,487

Average $1,611/week

$1,750

$37

Average $40/hour

$44

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$90,979	$7,582	$1,750	$44
Average	$83,756	$6,980	$1,611	$40
25th Percentile	$77,337	$6,445	$1,487	$37

Rate Analyst Salary Growth & Career Path

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Telecommunication Rates Manager

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Rate Analyst, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Rate Analyst Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Cost Analyst III	$95,982	15%
Telecommunication Rates Manager	$117,750	41%

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