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

Electrical Controls Engineer III salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Electrical Controls Engineer III roles are District of Columbia $136,057, California $135,541, Massachusetts $133,735. 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: Electrical Controls Engineer Senior: $122,901; Electrical Test Engineer III: $120,790; Electrical Design Engineer III: $120,760; Electrical Engineer III: $120,759; Electrical Controls Engineer: $102,101.

Electrical Controls Engineer III Salary in Delaware

How much does an Electrical Controls Engineer III make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Electrical Controls Engineer III in Delaware is $124,445 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $60.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $158,161
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $110,551 to $142,093
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $97,902

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Electrical Controls Engineer III Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$142,093	$11,841	$2,733	$68
Average	$124,445	$10,370	$2,393	$60
25th Percentile	$110,551	$9,213	$2,126	$53

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Key Factors That Influence Electrical Controls Engineer III Salaries

An Electrical Controls Engineer III'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 III 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 Engineer IIIs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $136,057.
California: $135,541.
Massachusetts: $133,735.

District of Columbia $136,057 California $135,541 Massachusetts $133,735 Washington $133,243 New Jersey $133,194 Alaska $133,022 Connecticut $131,326 New York $130,638

Hawaii $128,438 Rhode Island $127,406 Maryland $126,706 Minnesota $125,747 Colorado $125,378 Illinois $125,256 Oregon $124,789 Delaware $124,445

New Hampshire $124,228 Virginia $123,744 Pennsylvania $122,331 Nevada $121,618 North Dakota $121,385 Michigan $121,016 Wisconsin $120,881 Vermont $120,611

Texas $119,861 Maine $119,812 Arizona $119,738 Ohio $119,652 Georgia $118,522 Indiana $117,956 Wyoming $117,846 Utah $117,674

Iowa $117,600 Kansas $117,010 Louisiana $116,838 North Carolina $116,777 Missouri $116,752 Florida $116,273 Montana $116,015 Nebraska $115,769

Kentucky $115,634 South Carolina $115,142 Tennessee $114,835 Idaho $114,712 New Mexico $113,815 Oklahoma $113,618 Alabama $112,893 South Dakota $111,677

Arkansas $111,013 West Virginia $110,657 Mississippi $109,588

Top Paying Cities for Electrical Controls Engineer IIIs

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: $123,884
Little Creek: $124,791
Magnolia: $124,612

Lincoln, DE $123,884 Little Creek, DE $124,791 Magnolia, DE $124,612 Milford, DE $124,199 Marydel, DE $124,403 Millsboro, DE $123,364 Millville, DE $123,555 Milton, DE $123,769

Nassau, DE $123,858 Ocean View, DE $123,534 Rehoboth Beach, DE $123,771 Seaford, DE $123,841 Selbyville, DE $123,329 Smyrna, DE $124,877 Viola, DE $124,302 Woodside, DE $124,636

Bear, DE $124,349 Newark, DE $124,302 Claymont, DE $124,556 Delaware City, DE $124,426 Hockessin, DE $124,291 Kirkwood, DE $124,403 Middletown, DE $124,451 Montchanin, DE $124,319

New Castle, DE $124,338 Odessa, DE $124,512 Port Penn, DE $124,596 Rockland, DE $124,332 Saint Georges, DE $124,411 Townsend, DE $124,603 Winterthur, DE $124,346 Lewes, DE $123,817

Wilmington, DE $124,297 Dover, DE $124,791 Dover Afb, DE $124,134 Bethany Beach, DE $123,404 Bethel, DE $123,532 Bridgeville, DE $123,823 Camden Wyoming, DE $124,440 Cheswold, DE $124,751

Clayton, DE $124,754 Dagsboro, DE $123,318 Delmar, DE $123,120 Ellendale, DE $123,493 Felton, DE $124,189 Fenwick Island, DE $123,345 Frankford, DE $123,130 Frederica, DE $124,312

Georgetown, DE $123,271 Greenwood, DE $123,842 Harbeson, DE $123,403 Harrington, DE $124,032 Hartly, DE $124,418 Houston, DE $123,855 Kenton, DE $124,760 Laurel, DE $123,197

Yorklyn, DE $124,328

Electrical Controls Engineer III Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Electrical Controls Engineer III salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $124,445. While startup companies pay approximate $124,445.

Electrical Controls Engineer III Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$124,445
Growth Stage	51~500	$124,445
Established	501~5000	$124,445
Enterprise	5000+	$124,445

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

Understanding how an Electrical Controls Engineer III'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 July 01, 2026

$110,551

Average $124,445/year

$142,093

$9,213

Average $10,370/month

$11,841

$2,126

Average $2,393/week

$2,733

$53

Average $60/hour

$68

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$142,093	$11,841	$2,733	$68
Average	$124,445	$10,370	$2,393	$60
25th Percentile	$110,551	$9,213	$2,126	$53

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