What are the main factors that influence an Electrical Controls Engineer's salary?

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

What are the highest paying states for an Electrical Controls Engineer?

Electrical Controls Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Electrical Controls Engineer roles are District of Columbia $112,201, California $111,801, Massachusetts $110,301. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Electrical Controls Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Electrical Controls Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Controls Project Engineer: $153,259; Electrical Controls Engineer Senior: $122,001; Electrical Controls Engineer III: $122,000; Controls Engineer, Sr: $121,840; Controls Engineer: $120,673.

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Electrical Controls Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does an Electrical Controls Engineer make in Delaware?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for an Electrical Controls Engineer in Delaware is $102,701 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $49.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $136,707
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $86,801 to $120,501
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $72,325

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Electrical Controls Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$120,501	$10,042	$2,317	$58
Average	$102,701	$8,558	$1,975	$49
25th Percentile	$86,801	$7,233	$1,669	$42

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Key Factors That Influence Electrical Controls Engineer Salaries

An Electrical Controls Engineer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Electrical Controls Engineer 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 Controls Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $112,201.
California: $111,801.
Massachusetts: $110,301.

District of Columbia $112,201 California $111,801 Massachusetts $110,301 Washington $109,901 New Jersey $109,901 Alaska $109,701 Connecticut $108,301 New York $107,801

Hawaii $105,901 Rhode Island $105,101 Maryland $104,501 Minnesota $103,701 Colorado $103,401 Illinois $103,301 Oregon $102,901 Delaware $102,701

New Hampshire $102,501 Virginia $102,101 Pennsylvania $100,901 Nevada $100,301 North Dakota $100,101 Michigan $99,801 Wisconsin $99,701 Vermont $99,501

Texas $98,901 Arizona $98,801 Maine $98,801 Ohio $98,701 Georgia $97,801 Indiana $97,301 Wyoming $97,201 Utah $97,101

Iowa $97,001 Kansas $96,501 Louisiana $96,401 North Carolina $96,301 Missouri $96,301 Florida $95,901 Montana $95,701 Nebraska $95,501

Kentucky $95,401 South Carolina $95,001 Tennessee $94,701 Idaho $94,601 New Mexico $93,901 Oklahoma $93,701 Alabama $93,101 South Dakota $92,101

Arkansas $91,601 West Virginia $91,301 Mississippi $90,401

Top Paying Cities for Electrical Controls Engineers

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: $106,201
Little Creek: $105,301
Magnolia: $105,701

Lincoln, DE $106,201 Little Creek, DE $105,301 Magnolia, DE $105,701 Milford, DE $106,201 Marydel, DE $104,901 Millsboro, DE $106,201 Millville, DE $106,901 Milton, DE $106,201

Nassau, DE $106,201 Ocean View, DE $106,901 Rehoboth Beach, DE $106,901 Seaford, DE $105,101 Selbyville, DE $106,901 Smyrna, DE $104,701 Viola, DE $105,701 Woodside, DE $105,401

Bear, DE $104,001 Newark, DE $104,001 Claymont, DE $104,101 Delaware City, DE $104,001 Hockessin, DE $104,101 Kirkwood, DE $104,001 Middletown, DE $104,501 Montchanin, DE $104,101

New Castle, DE $104,101 Odessa, DE $104,701 Port Penn, DE $103,701 Rockland, DE $104,101 Saint Georges, DE $104,001 Townsend, DE $104,501 Winterthur, DE $104,101 Lewes, DE $106,201

Wilmington, DE $104,101 Dover, DE $105,201 Dover Afb, DE $105,401 Bethany Beach, DE $106,901 Bethel, DE $105,101 Bridgeville, DE $106,201 Camden Wyoming, DE $105,301 Cheswold, DE $105,001

Clayton, DE $104,701 Dagsboro, DE $106,901 Delmar, DE $105,101 Ellendale, DE $106,201 Felton, DE $106,201 Fenwick Island, DE $106,901 Frankford, DE $106,901 Frederica, DE $106,201

Georgetown, DE $106,201 Greenwood, DE $106,201 Harbeson, DE $106,201 Harrington, DE $106,201 Hartly, DE $104,601 Houston, DE $106,201 Kenton, DE $104,701 Laurel, DE $105,101

Yorklyn, DE $104,101

Electrical Controls Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Electrical Controls Engineer'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 March 01, 2026

$86,801

Average $102,701/year

$120,501

$7,233

Average $8,558/month

$10,042

$1,669

Average $1,975/week

$2,317

$42

Average $49/hour

$58

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$120,501	$10,042	$2,317	$58
Average	$102,701	$8,558	$1,975	$49
25th Percentile	$86,801	$7,233	$1,669	$42

Electrical Controls Engineer Salary Growth & Career Path

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Electrical Controls Engineer Senior

For an Electrical Controls Engineer, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Electrical Controls Engineer Senior role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $123,601 - a projected growth of 20% over your current level.

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