What are the main factors that influence a Electrical Control Systems 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 Electrical Control Systems Technician I?

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

How does experience change A Electrical Control Systems Technician 's salary?

A Electrical Control Systems Technician 's salary grows with experience: an Electrical Control Systems Technician I (1-3 years)earns $80,434, an Automation Controls Technician II (3-5 years)earns $89,085, an Automation Controls Technician III (5-7 years)earns $98,297, a Automation Engineering Manager (7+ years)earns $169,416,

What are the highest paying states for a Electrical Control Systems Technician I?

Electrical Control Systems Technician I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Electrical Control Systems Technician I roles are District of Columbia $87,940, California $87,610, Massachusetts $86,440. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Electrical Control Systems Technician roles make?

Salaries for Electrical Control Systems Technician level roles vary by specialization: Electrical Control Systems Technologist: $113,480; Electrical Control Systems Technician III: $97,070; Control & Instrument Technician III: $97,064; Control Systems Engineer I: $92,600; Electrical Control Systems Technician II: $87,970.

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Electrical Control Systems Technician I Salary in Delaware

How much does a Electrical Control Systems Technician I make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Electrical Control Systems Technician I in Delaware is $80,440 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.

However, a Electrical Control Systems Technician I's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $94,061
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $71,960 to $87,570
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $64,239

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Electrical Control Systems Technician I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$87,570	$7,298	$1,684	$42
Average	$80,440	$6,703	$1,547	$39
25th Percentile	$71,960	$5,997	$1,384	$35

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Key Factors That Influence Electrical Control Systems Technician I Salaries

A Electrical Control Systems 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 Electrical Control Systems Technician Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Electrical Control Systems 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:

Electrical Control Systems Technician I (1-3 years): $80,434
Automation Controls Technician II (3-5 years): $89,085
Automation Controls Technician III (5-7 years): $98,297
Automation Engineering Manager (7+ years): $169,416

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Electrical Control Systems Technician I	1-3 years	$80,434
Automation Controls Technician II	3-5 years	$89,085
Automation Controls Technician III	5-7 years	$98,297
Automation Engineering Manager	7+ years	$169,416

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How Do Electrical Control Systems 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 Electrical Control Systems Technician Is. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $87,940.
California: $87,610.
Massachusetts: $86,440.

District of Columbia $87,940 California $87,610 Massachusetts $86,440 Washington $86,130 New Jersey $86,090 Alaska $85,980 Connecticut $84,890 New York $84,440

Hawaii $83,020 Rhode Island $82,350 Maryland $81,900 Minnesota $81,280 Colorado $81,040 Illinois $80,960 Oregon $80,660 Delaware $80,440

New Hampshire $80,300 Virginia $79,990 Pennsylvania $79,070 Nevada $78,610 North Dakota $78,460 Michigan $78,220 Wisconsin $78,140 Vermont $77,960

Texas $77,480 Maine $77,440 Arizona $77,400 Ohio $77,340 Georgia $76,610 Indiana $76,250 Wyoming $76,170 Utah $76,060

Iowa $76,010 Kansas $75,630 Louisiana $75,520 North Carolina $75,480 Missouri $75,470 Florida $75,160 Montana $74,990 Nebraska $74,830

Kentucky $74,740 South Carolina $74,430 Tennessee $74,230 Idaho $74,150 New Mexico $73,570 Oklahoma $73,440 Alabama $72,970 South Dakota $72,190

Arkansas $71,760 West Virginia $71,530 Mississippi $70,840

Top Paying Cities for Electrical Control Systems 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: $80,080
Little Creek: $80,660
Magnolia: $80,550

Lincoln, DE $80,080 Little Creek, DE $80,660 Magnolia, DE $80,550 Milford, DE $80,280 Marydel, DE $80,410 Millsboro, DE $79,740 Millville, DE $79,860 Milton, DE $80,000

Nassau, DE $80,060 Ocean View, DE $79,850 Rehoboth Beach, DE $80,000 Seaford, DE $80,050 Selbyville, DE $79,720 Smyrna, DE $80,720 Viola, DE $80,350 Woodside, DE $80,560

Bear, DE $80,380 Newark, DE $80,350 Claymont, DE $80,510 Delaware City, DE $80,430 Hockessin, DE $80,340 Kirkwood, DE $80,410 Middletown, DE $80,440 Montchanin, DE $80,360

New Castle, DE $80,370 Odessa, DE $80,480 Port Penn, DE $80,540 Rockland, DE $80,370 Saint Georges, DE $80,420 Townsend, DE $80,540 Winterthur, DE $80,380 Lewes, DE $80,030

Wilmington, DE $80,340 Dover, DE $80,660 Dover Afb, DE $80,240 Bethany Beach, DE $79,770 Bethel, DE $79,850 Bridgeville, DE $80,040 Camden Wyoming, DE $80,440 Cheswold, DE $80,640

Clayton, DE $80,640 Dagsboro, DE $79,710 Delmar, DE $79,580 Ellendale, DE $79,820 Felton, DE $80,270 Fenwick Island, DE $79,730 Frankford, DE $79,590 Frederica, DE $80,350

Georgetown, DE $79,680 Greenwood, DE $80,050 Harbeson, DE $79,770 Harrington, DE $80,170 Hartly, DE $80,420 Houston, DE $80,060 Kenton, DE $80,640 Laurel, DE $79,630

Yorklyn, DE $80,360

Electrical Control Systems Technician I Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Electrical Control Systems Technician I salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $90,186. While startup companies pay approximate $76,347.

Electrical Control Systems Technician I Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$76,347
Growth Stage	51~500	$80,723
Established	501~5000	$87,113
Enterprise	5000+	$90,186

Electrical Control Systems Technician I Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Electrical Control Systems 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, Electrical Control Systems Technician positions in Transportation or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Electrical Control Systems Technician I as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Electrical Control Systems Technician I

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$112,616	$54.0	40%
Energy & Utilities	$104,572	$50.0	30%
Pharmaceuticals	$100,550	$48.0	25%
Aerospace & Defense	$96,528	$46.0	20%
Healthcare	$92,506	$44.0	15%

Electrical Control Systems Technician I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Electrical Control Systems 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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$71,960

Average $80,440/year

$87,570

$5,997

Average $6,703/month

$7,298

$1,384

Average $1,547/week

$1,684

$35

Average $39/hour

$42

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$87,570	$7,298	$1,684	$42
Average	$80,440	$6,703	$1,547	$39
25th Percentile	$71,960	$5,997	$1,384	$35

Electrical Control Systems Technician I Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Electrical Control Systems 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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