What are the main factors that influence an Automation Controls Technician I's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Automation Controls Technician I?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Automation Controls Technician I roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

How does experience change An Automation Controls Technician 's salary?

An Automation Controls Technician 's salary grows with experience: an Automation Controls Technician I (1-3 years)earns $80,439, an Automation Controls Technician II (3-5 years)earns $89,099, an Automation Controls Technician III (5-7 years)earns $98,313, a Automation Engineering Manager (7+ years)earns $169,447,

What are the highest paying states for an Automation Controls Technician I?

Automation Controls Technician I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Automation Controls Technician I roles are District of Columbia $88,000, California $87,700, Massachusetts $86,500. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Automation Controls Technician roles make?

Salaries for Automation Controls Technician level roles vary by specialization: Automation Controls Manager: $168,598; Automation Controls Specialist: $117,294; Automation Controls Technologist: $113,500; Automation Controls Technician III: $97,100; Automation Engineer I: $92,540.

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Automation Controls Technician I Salary in Delaware

How much does an Automation Controls Technician I make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Automation Controls Technician I in Delaware is $80,500 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.

However, an Automation Controls Technician I's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $94,064
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $72,000 to $87,600
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $64,261

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Automation Controls Technician I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$87,600	$7,300	$1,685	$42
Average	$80,500	$6,708	$1,548	$39
25th Percentile	$72,000	$6,000	$1,385	$35

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Key Factors That Influence Automation Controls Technician I Salaries

An Automation Controls Technician I'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 Automation Controls Technician Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Automation Controls Technician I'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:

Automation Controls Technician I (1-3 years): $80,439
Automation Controls Technician II (3-5 years): $89,099
Automation Controls Technician III (5-7 years): $98,313
Automation Engineering Manager (7+ years): $169,447

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Automation Controls Technician I	1-3 years	$80,439
Automation Controls Technician II	3-5 years	$89,099
Automation Controls Technician III	5-7 years	$98,313
Automation Engineering Manager	7+ years	$169,447

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How Do Automation Controls Technician I 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 Automation Controls Technician Is. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $88,000.
California: $87,700.
Massachusetts: $86,500.

District of Columbia $88,000 California $87,700 Massachusetts $86,500 Washington $86,200 New Jersey $86,100 Alaska $86,000 Connecticut $84,900 New York $84,500

Hawaii $83,100 Rhode Island $82,400 Maryland $82,000 Minnesota $81,300 Colorado $81,100 Illinois $81,000 Oregon $80,700 Delaware $80,500

New Hampshire $80,300 Virginia $80,000 Pennsylvania $79,100 Nevada $78,700 North Dakota $78,500 Michigan $78,300 Wisconsin $78,200 Vermont $78,000

Maine $77,500 Texas $77,500 Arizona $77,400 Ohio $77,400 Georgia $76,700 Indiana $76,300 Wyoming $76,200 Utah $76,100

Iowa $76,100 Kansas $75,700 Louisiana $75,600 Missouri $75,500 North Carolina $75,500 Florida $75,200 Montana $75,000 Nebraska $74,900

Kentucky $74,800 South Carolina $74,500 Tennessee $74,300 Idaho $74,200 New Mexico $73,600 Oklahoma $73,500 Alabama $73,000 South Dakota $72,200

Arkansas $71,800 West Virginia $71,600 Mississippi $70,900

Top Paying Cities for Automation Controls Technician Is

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: $80,100
Little Creek: $80,700
Magnolia: $80,600

Lincoln, DE $80,100 Little Creek, DE $80,700 Magnolia, DE $80,600 Milford, DE $80,300 Marydel, DE $80,500 Millsboro, DE $79,800 Millville, DE $79,900 Milton, DE $80,100

Nassau, DE $80,100 Ocean View, DE $79,900 Rehoboth Beach, DE $80,100 Seaford, DE $80,100 Selbyville, DE $79,800 Smyrna, DE $80,800 Viola, DE $80,400 Woodside, DE $80,600

Bear, DE $80,400 Newark, DE $80,400 Claymont, DE $80,600 Delaware City, DE $80,500 Hockessin, DE $80,400 Kirkwood, DE $80,500 Middletown, DE $80,500 Montchanin, DE $80,400

New Castle, DE $80,400 Odessa, DE $80,500 Port Penn, DE $80,600 Rockland, DE $80,400 Saint Georges, DE $80,500 Townsend, DE $80,600 Winterthur, DE $80,400 Lewes, DE $80,100

Wilmington, DE $80,400 Dover, DE $80,700 Dover Afb, DE $80,300 Bethany Beach, DE $79,800 Bethel, DE $79,900 Bridgeville, DE $80,100 Camden Wyoming, DE $80,500 Cheswold, DE $80,700

Clayton, DE $80,700 Dagsboro, DE $79,800 Delmar, DE $79,600 Ellendale, DE $79,900 Felton, DE $80,300 Fenwick Island, DE $79,800 Frankford, DE $79,600 Frederica, DE $80,400

Georgetown, DE $79,700 Greenwood, DE $80,100 Harbeson, DE $79,800 Harrington, DE $80,200 Hartly, DE $80,500 Houston, DE $80,100 Kenton, DE $80,700 Laurel, DE $79,700

Yorklyn, DE $80,400

Automation Controls Technician I Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Automation Controls Technician I salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $90,345. While startup companies pay approximate $76,504.

Automation Controls Technician I Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$76,504
Growth Stage	51~500	$80,887
Established	501~5000	$87,265
Enterprise	5000+	$90,345

Automation Controls Technician I Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Automation Controls Technician I roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 80% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Automation Controls Technician positions in Transportation or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Automation Controls Technician I as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Automation Controls Technician I

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$112,700	$54.0	40%
Energy & Utilities	$104,650	$50.0	30%
Pharmaceuticals	$100,625	$48.0	25%
Aerospace & Defense	$96,600	$46.0	20%
Healthcare	$92,575	$45.0	15%

Automation Controls Technician I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Automation Controls Technician I'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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$72,000

Average $80,500/year

$87,600

$6,000

Average $6,708/month

$7,300

$1,385

Average $1,548/week

$1,685

$35

Average $39/hour

$42

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$87,600	$7,300	$1,685	$42
Average	$80,500	$6,708	$1,548	$39
25th Percentile	$72,000	$6,000	$1,385	$35

Automation Controls Technician I Salary Growth & Career Path

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For an Automation Controls Technician I, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Automation Controls Technician II role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $89,100 - a projected growth of 11% over your current level.

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