What are the main factors that influence a Packaging Development Engineer V's salary?

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

How does experience change A Packaging Development Engineer 's salary?

A Packaging Development Engineer 's salary grows with experience: a Packaging Development Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $116,366, a Packaging Development Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $143,375, an Packaging Development Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $179,857, a Packaging R&D Engineering Manager (10+ years)earns $153,479, a Packaging Development Engineering Senior Manager (10+ years)earns $195,444,

What are the highest paying states for a Packaging Development Engineer V?

Packaging Development Engineer V salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Packaging Development Engineer V roles are District of Columbia $179,890, California $179,190, Massachusetts $176,790. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Packaging Development Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Packaging Development Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Development Operations Engineer V: $167,780; Packaging R&D Engineer V: $162,463; Packaging Engineer V: $162,443; Packaging Development Engineer IV: $129,500; Packaging Engineer IV: $129,493.

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Packaging Development Engineer V Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Packaging Development Engineer V make in District of Columbia?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Packaging Development Engineer V in District of Columbia is $179,890 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $86.

However, a Packaging Development Engineer V's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $208,547
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $166,390 to $194,890
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $154,099

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Packaging Development Engineer V Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$194,890	$16,241	$3,748	$94
Average	$179,890	$14,991	$3,459	$86
25th Percentile	$166,390	$13,866	$3,200	$80

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Key Factors That Influence Packaging Development Engineer V Salaries

A Packaging Development Engineer V'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 Packaging Development Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Packaging Development Engineer V'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:

Packaging Development Engineer III (4-7 years): $116,366
Packaging Development Engineer IV (7+ years): $143,375
Packaging Development Engineer V (7-10 years): $179,857
Packaging R&D Engineering Manager (10+ years): $153,479
Packaging Development Engineering Senior Manager (10+ years): $195,444

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Packaging Development Engineer III	4-7 years	$116,366
Packaging Development Engineer IV	7+ years	$143,375
Packaging Development Engineer V	7-10 years	$179,857
Packaging R&D Engineering Manager	10+ years	$153,479
Packaging Development Engineering Senior Manager	10+ years	$195,444

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How Do Packaging Development Engineer V 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 Packaging Development Engineer Vs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $179,890.
California: $179,190.
Massachusetts: $176,790.

District of Columbia $179,890 California $179,190 Massachusetts $176,790 Washington $176,190 New Jersey $176,090 Alaska $175,890 Connecticut $173,690 New York $172,690

Hawaii $169,790 Rhode Island $168,490 Maryland $167,490 Minnesota $166,290 Colorado $165,790 Illinois $165,590 Oregon $164,990 Delaware $164,590

New Hampshire $164,290 Virginia $163,590 Pennsylvania $161,790 Nevada $160,790 North Dakota $160,490 Michigan $159,990 Wisconsin $159,790 Vermont $159,490

Texas $158,490 Maine $158,390 Arizona $158,290 Ohio $158,190 Georgia $156,690 Indiana $155,990 Wyoming $155,790 Utah $155,590

Iowa $155,490 Kansas $154,690 Louisiana $154,490 North Carolina $154,390 Missouri $154,390 Florida $153,790 Montana $153,390 Nebraska $153,090

Kentucky $152,890 South Carolina $152,290 Tennessee $151,890 Idaho $151,690 New Mexico $150,490 Oklahoma $150,190 Alabama $149,290 South Dakota $147,690

Arkansas $146,790 West Virginia $146,290 Mississippi $144,890

Top Paying Cities for Packaging Development Engineer Vs

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:

Parcel Return Service: $179,890
Washington: $179,890
Naval Anacost Annex: $179,890

Parcel Return Service, DC $179,890 Washington, DC $179,890 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $179,890 Washington Navy Yard, DC $179,890

Packaging Development Engineer V Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Packaging Development Engineer V'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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$166,390

Average $179,890/year

$194,890

$13,866

Average $14,991/month

$16,241

$3,200

Average $3,459/week

$3,748

$80

Average $86/hour

$94

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$194,890	$16,241	$3,748	$94
Average	$179,890	$14,991	$3,459	$86
25th Percentile	$166,390	$13,866	$3,200	$80

Packaging Development Engineer V Salary Growth & Career Path

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Packaging Development Engineering Senior Manager

For a Packaging Development Engineer V, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Packaging R&D Engineering Manager role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $153,500 - a projected growth of -15% over your current level.

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