What are the main factors that influence a Facilities Design Engineer I's salary?

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

How does experience change A Facilities Design Engineer 's salary?

A Facilities Design Engineer 's salary grows with experience: a Facilities Design Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $78,606, a Facilities Design Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $98,649, a Facilities Design Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $116,965, a Facilities Design Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $140,274,

What are the highest paying states for a Facilities Design Engineer I?

Facilities Design Engineer I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Facilities Design Engineer I roles are District of Columbia $85,941, California $85,615, Massachusetts $84,474. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Facilities Design Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Facilities Design Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Facilities Design Engineer IV: $138,515; Facilities Design Engineer III: $115,498; Facilities Design Engineer II: $97,412; Facilities Project Engineer I: $79,800; Facilities Engineer I: $79,743.

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Facilities Design Engineer I Salary in Delaware

How much does a Facilities Design Engineer I make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Facilities Design Engineer I in Delaware is $78,606 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $38.

However, a Facilities Design Engineer I's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $91,804
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $71,184 to $85,514
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $64,426

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Facilities Design Engineer I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$85,514	$7,126	$1,645	$41
Average	$78,606	$6,550	$1,512	$38
25th Percentile	$71,184	$5,932	$1,369	$34

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Key Factors That Influence Facilities Design Engineer I Salaries

A Facilities Design Engineer 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 Facilities Design Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Facilities Design Engineer 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:

Facilities Design Engineer I (0-2 years): $78,606
Facilities Design Engineer II (2-4 years): $98,649
Facilities Design Engineer III (4-7 years): $116,965
Facilities Design Engineer IV (7+ years): $140,274

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Facilities Design Engineer I	0-2 years	$78,606
Facilities Design Engineer II	2-4 years	$98,649
Facilities Design Engineer III	4-7 years	$116,965
Facilities Design Engineer IV	7+ years	$140,274

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How Do Facilities Design Engineer 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 Facilities Design Engineer Is. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $85,941.
California: $85,615.
Massachusetts: $84,474.

District of Columbia $85,941 California $85,615 Massachusetts $84,474 Washington $84,163 New Jersey $84,132 Alaska $84,024 Connecticut $82,952 New York $82,518

Hawaii $81,128 Rhode Island $80,476 Maryland $80,034 Minnesota $79,429 Colorado $79,196 Illinois $79,118 Oregon $78,823 Delaware $78,606

New Hampshire $78,469 Virginia $78,163 Pennsylvania $77,271 Nevada $76,821 North Dakota $76,673 Michigan $76,440 Wisconsin $76,355 Vermont $76,184

Texas $75,711 Maine $75,680 Arizona $75,633 Ohio $75,579 Georgia $74,864 Indiana $74,507 Wyoming $74,438 Utah $74,329

Iowa $74,282 Kansas $73,910 Louisiana $73,801 North Carolina $73,762 Missouri $73,747 Florida $73,444 Montana $73,281 Nebraska $73,126

Kentucky $73,040 South Carolina $72,730 Tennessee $72,536 Idaho $72,458 New Mexico $71,892 Oklahoma $71,767 Alabama $71,309 South Dakota $70,541

Arkansas $70,122 West Virginia $69,897 Mississippi $69,222

Top Paying Cities for Facilities Design Engineer 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: $78,252
Little Creek: $78,825
Magnolia: $78,711

Lincoln, DE $78,252 Little Creek, DE $78,825 Magnolia, DE $78,711 Milford, DE $78,451 Marydel, DE $78,579 Millsboro, DE $77,923 Millville, DE $78,044 Milton, DE $78,179

Nassau, DE $78,236 Ocean View, DE $78,031 Rehoboth Beach, DE $78,180 Seaford, DE $78,225 Selbyville, DE $77,901 Smyrna, DE $78,879 Viola, DE $78,516 Woodside, DE $78,727

Bear, DE $78,545 Newark, DE $78,516 Claymont, DE $78,676 Delaware City, DE $78,594 Hockessin, DE $78,509 Kirkwood, DE $78,579 Middletown, DE $78,610 Montchanin, DE $78,527

New Castle, DE $78,538 Odessa, DE $78,648 Port Penn, DE $78,701 Rockland, DE $78,534 Saint Georges, DE $78,585 Townsend, DE $78,706 Winterthur, DE $78,544 Lewes, DE $78,209

Wilmington, DE $78,513 Dover, DE $78,825 Dover Afb, DE $78,409 Bethany Beach, DE $77,948 Bethel, DE $78,029 Bridgeville, DE $78,213 Camden Wyoming, DE $78,603 Cheswold, DE $78,799

Clayton, DE $78,801 Dagsboro, DE $77,894 Delmar, DE $77,769 Ellendale, DE $78,005 Felton, DE $78,444 Fenwick Island, DE $77,911 Frankford, DE $77,775 Frederica, DE $78,522

Georgetown, DE $77,865 Greenwood, DE $78,225 Harbeson, DE $77,948 Harrington, DE $78,345 Hartly, DE $78,589 Houston, DE $78,233 Kenton, DE $78,805 Laurel, DE $77,818

Yorklyn, DE $78,532

Facilities Design Engineer I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Facilities Design Engineer 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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$71,184

Average $78,606/year

$85,514

$5,932

Average $6,550/month

$7,126

$1,369

Average $1,512/week

$1,645

$34

Average $38/hour

$41

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$85,514	$7,126	$1,645	$41
Average	$78,606	$6,550	$1,512	$38
25th Percentile	$71,184	$5,932	$1,369	$34

Facilities Design Engineer I Salary Growth & Career Path

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Facilities Design Engineer 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.

Facilities Design Engineer I Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Facilities Engineer II	$92,572	18%
Facilities Design Engineer II	$98,649	25%

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