What are the main factors that influence an Electrical Engineering Technician I's salary?

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

How does experience change An Electrical Engineering Technician 's salary?

An Electrical Engineering Technician 's salary grows with experience: an Electrical Engineering Technician I (0-1 years)earns $55,841, an Electrical Engineering Technician II (1-3 years)earns $61,672, an Electrical Engineering Technician III (3-5 years)earns $68,768,

What are the highest paying states for an Electrical Engineering Technician I?

Electrical Engineering Technician I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Electrical Engineering Technician I roles are District of Columbia $61,052, California $60,821, Massachusetts $60,010. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Electrical Engineering Technician roles make?

Salaries for Electrical Engineering Technician level roles vary by specialization: Electrical Engineering Supervisor I: $98,442; Electrical Control Systems Technician I: $79,410; Senior Electrical Engineering Technician: $67,990; Electrical Engineering Technician III: $67,906; Technician, Experienced - Electrical Engineering: $60,913.

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Electrical Engineering Technician I Salary in Delaware

How much does an Electrical Engineering Technician I make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for an Electrical Engineering Technician I in Delaware is $55,841 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $27.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $65,832
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $50,357 to $61,071
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $45,363

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Electrical Engineering Technician I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$61,071	$5,089	$1,174	$29
Average	$55,841	$4,653	$1,074	$27
25th Percentile	$50,357	$4,196	$968	$24

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Key Factors That Influence Electrical Engineering Technician I Salaries

An Electrical Engineering 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 Engineering Technician Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Electrical Engineering 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 Engineering Technician I (0-1 years): $55,841
Electrical Engineering Technician II (1-3 years): $61,672
Electrical Engineering Technician III (3-5 years): $68,768

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Electrical Engineering Technician I	0-1 years	$55,841
Electrical Engineering Technician II	1-3 years	$61,672
Electrical Engineering Technician III	3-5 years	$68,768

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

District of Columbia: $61,052.
California: $60,821.
Massachusetts: $60,010.

District of Columbia $61,052 California $60,821 Massachusetts $60,010 Washington $59,789 New Jersey $59,767 Alaska $59,690 Connecticut $58,929 New York $58,620

Hawaii $57,633 Rhode Island $57,170 Maryland $56,856 Minnesota $56,426 Colorado $56,260 Illinois $56,205 Oregon $55,996 Delaware $55,841

New Hampshire $55,744 Virginia $55,527 Pennsylvania $54,893 Nevada $54,573 North Dakota $54,468 Michigan $54,303 Wisconsin $54,242 Vermont $54,121

Texas $53,785 Maine $53,762 Arizona $53,729 Ohio $53,691 Georgia $53,183 Indiana $52,930 Wyoming $52,880 Utah $52,803

Iowa $52,770 Kansas $52,505 Louisiana $52,428 North Carolina $52,400 Missouri $52,389 Florida $52,174 Montana $52,059 Nebraska $51,948

Kentucky $51,888 South Carolina $51,667 Tennessee $51,529 Idaho $51,474 New Mexico $51,072 Oklahoma $50,983 Alabama $50,658 South Dakota $50,112

Arkansas $49,814 West Virginia $49,654 Mississippi $49,175

Top Paying Cities for Electrical Engineering 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: $57,793
Little Creek: $57,258
Magnolia: $57,496

Lincoln, DE $57,793 Little Creek, DE $57,258 Magnolia, DE $57,496 Milford, DE $57,793 Marydel, DE $57,043 Millsboro, DE $57,793 Millville, DE $58,179 Milton, DE $57,793

Nassau, DE $57,793 Ocean View, DE $58,179 Rehoboth Beach, DE $58,179 Seaford, DE $57,187 Selbyville, DE $58,179 Smyrna, DE $56,977 Viola, DE $57,496 Woodside, DE $57,330

Bear, DE $56,558 Newark, DE $56,580 Claymont, DE $56,624 Delaware City, DE $56,580 Hockessin, DE $56,624 Kirkwood, DE $56,580 Middletown, DE $56,861 Montchanin, DE $56,624

New Castle, DE $56,624 Odessa, DE $56,939 Port Penn, DE $56,426 Rockland, DE $56,624 Saint Georges, DE $56,580 Townsend, DE $56,856 Winterthur, DE $56,624 Lewes, DE $57,793

Wilmington, DE $56,624 Dover, DE $57,231 Dover Afb, DE $57,363 Bethany Beach, DE $58,179 Bethel, DE $57,187 Bridgeville, DE $57,793 Camden Wyoming, DE $57,291 Cheswold, DE $57,099

Clayton, DE $56,955 Dagsboro, DE $58,179 Delmar, DE $57,187 Ellendale, DE $57,793 Felton, DE $57,793 Fenwick Island, DE $58,179 Frankford, DE $58,179 Frederica, DE $57,793

Georgetown, DE $57,793 Greenwood, DE $57,793 Harbeson, DE $57,793 Harrington, DE $57,793 Hartly, DE $56,928 Houston, DE $57,793 Kenton, DE $56,955 Laurel, DE $57,187

Yorklyn, DE $56,624

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

Understanding how an Electrical Engineering 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.

Last Updated on April 01, 2026

$50,357

Average $55,841/year

$61,071

$4,196

Average $4,653/month

$5,089

$968

Average $1,074/week

$1,174

$24

Average $27/hour

$29

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$61,071	$5,089	$1,174	$29
Average	$55,841	$4,653	$1,074	$27
25th Percentile	$50,357	$4,196	$968	$24

Electrical Engineering Technician I Salary Growth & Career Path

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As an Electrical Engineering Technician I, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Electrical Engineering Technician I Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Electric/Electronics Technician I	$60,383	8%
Electrical Engineering Technician II	$61,672	10%

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