What are the main factors that influence a Division VP of Engineering's salary?

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

How does experience change A Division VP of Engineering's salary?

A Division VP of Engineering's salary grows with experience: a General Engineering Senior Manager (5+ years)earns $182,154, a General Engineering Director (5+ years)earns $203,506, a Division VP of Engineering (5+ years)earns $238,285, a Senior Vice President of Engineering (5+ years)earns $299,082, a Head of Engineering (5+ years)earns $375,661,

What are the highest paying states for a Division VP of Engineering?

Division VP of Engineering salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Division VP of Engineering roles are District of Columbia $260,600, California $259,600, Massachusetts $256,100. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Division VP of Engineering roles make?

Salaries for Division VP of Engineering level roles vary by specialization: Top Division Executive: $356,707; Vp Engineering: $288,510; VP of Medical Device Engineering: $253,529; VP of Biopharma Process Engineering: $250,819; VP of Engineering Program Management: $242,239.

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Division VP of Engineering Salary in Delaware

How much does a Division VP of Engineering make in Delaware?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Division VP of Engineering in Delaware is $238,300 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $115.

However, a Division VP of Engineering's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $269,058
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $226,300 to $254,400
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $215,375

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Division VP of Engineering Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$254,400	$21,200	$4,892	$122
Average	$238,300	$19,858	$4,583	$115
25th Percentile	$226,300	$18,858	$4,352	$109

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Key Factors That Influence Division VP of Engineering Salaries

A Division VP of Engineering'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 Division VP of Engineering Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Division VP of Engineering'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:

General Engineering Senior Manager (5+ years): $182,154
General Engineering Director (5+ years): $203,506
Division VP of Engineering (5+ years): $238,285
Senior Vice President of Engineering (5+ years): $299,082
Head of Engineering (5+ years): $375,661

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
General Engineering Senior Manager	5+ years	$182,154
General Engineering Director	5+ years	$203,506
Division VP of Engineering	5+ years	$238,285
Senior Vice President of Engineering	5+ years	$299,082
Head of Engineering	5+ years	$375,661

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How Do Division VP of Engineering 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 Division VP of Engineerings. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $260,600.
California: $259,600.
Massachusetts: $256,100.

District of Columbia $260,600 California $259,600 Massachusetts $256,100 Washington $255,200 New Jersey $255,100 Alaska $254,800 Connecticut $251,500 New York $250,200

Hawaii $246,000 Rhode Island $244,000 Maryland $242,700 Minnesota $240,800 Colorado $240,100 Illinois $239,900 Oregon $239,000 Delaware $238,300

New Hampshire $237,900 Virginia $237,000 Pennsylvania $234,300 Nevada $232,900 North Dakota $232,500 Michigan $231,800 Wisconsin $231,500 Vermont $231,000

Texas $229,600 Maine $229,500 Arizona $229,300 Ohio $229,200 Georgia $227,000 Indiana $225,900 Wyoming $225,700 Utah $225,400

Iowa $225,200 Kansas $224,100 Louisiana $223,800 North Carolina $223,700 Missouri $223,600 Florida $222,700 Montana $222,200 Nebraska $221,700

Kentucky $221,500 South Carolina $220,500 Tennessee $219,900 Idaho $219,700 New Mexico $218,000 Oklahoma $217,600 Alabama $216,200 South Dakota $213,900

Arkansas $212,600 West Virginia $211,900 Mississippi $209,900

Top Paying Cities for Division VP of Engineerings

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: $246,700
Little Creek: $244,400
Magnolia: $245,400

Lincoln, DE $246,700 Little Creek, DE $244,400 Magnolia, DE $245,400 Milford, DE $246,700 Marydel, DE $243,500 Millsboro, DE $246,700 Millville, DE $248,300 Milton, DE $246,700

Nassau, DE $246,700 Ocean View, DE $248,300 Rehoboth Beach, DE $248,300 Seaford, DE $244,100 Selbyville, DE $248,300 Smyrna, DE $243,200 Viola, DE $245,400 Woodside, DE $244,700

Bear, DE $241,400 Newark, DE $241,500 Claymont, DE $241,700 Delaware City, DE $241,500 Hockessin, DE $241,700 Kirkwood, DE $241,500 Middletown, DE $242,700 Montchanin, DE $241,700

New Castle, DE $241,700 Odessa, DE $243,000 Port Penn, DE $240,800 Rockland, DE $241,700 Saint Georges, DE $241,500 Townsend, DE $242,700 Winterthur, DE $241,700 Lewes, DE $246,700

Wilmington, DE $241,700 Dover, DE $244,300 Dover Afb, DE $244,800 Bethany Beach, DE $248,300 Bethel, DE $244,100 Bridgeville, DE $246,700 Camden Wyoming, DE $244,500 Cheswold, DE $243,700

Clayton, DE $243,100 Dagsboro, DE $248,300 Delmar, DE $244,100 Ellendale, DE $246,700 Felton, DE $246,700 Fenwick Island, DE $248,300 Frankford, DE $248,300 Frederica, DE $246,700

Georgetown, DE $246,700 Greenwood, DE $246,700 Harbeson, DE $246,700 Harrington, DE $246,700 Hartly, DE $243,000 Houston, DE $246,700 Kenton, DE $243,100 Laurel, DE $244,100

Yorklyn, DE $241,700

Division VP of Engineering Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Division VP of Engineering'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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$226,300

Average $238,300/year

$254,400

$18,858

Average $19,858/month

$21,200

$4,352

Average $4,583/week

$4,892

$109

Average $115/hour

$122

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$254,400	$21,200	$4,892	$122
Average	$238,300	$19,858	$4,583	$115
25th Percentile	$226,300	$18,858	$4,352	$109

Division VP of Engineering Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Division VP of Engineering, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Senior Vice President of Engineering role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $299,103 - a projected growth of 26% over your current level.

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