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

A Facilities Engineer 's salary grows with experience: a Facilities Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $80,764, a Facilities Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $92,581, a Facilities Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $113,625, a Facilities Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $136,182, a Facilities Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $152,181,

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

Facilities Engineer I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Facilities Engineer I roles are District of Columbia $88,300, California $87,965, Massachusetts $86,793. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Facilities Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Facilities Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Facilities Engineer V: $150,273; Facilities Engineer III: $112,200; Facilities Engineer II: $91,420; Facilities Project Engineer I: $79,800; Facilities Engineer: $77,896.

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Facilities Engineer I Salary in Delaware

How much does a Facilities Engineer I make in Delaware?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Facilities Engineer I in Delaware is $80,764 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $96,721
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $74,150 to $89,117
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $68,128

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Facilities Engineer I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$89,117	$7,426	$1,714	$43
Average	$80,764	$6,730	$1,553	$39
25th Percentile	$74,150	$6,179	$1,426	$36

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Key Factors That Influence Facilities Engineer I Salaries

A Facilities 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 Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Facilities 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 Engineer I (0-2 years): $80,764
Facilities Engineer II (2-4 years): $92,581
Facilities Engineer III (4-7 years): $113,625
Facilities Engineer IV (7+ years): $136,182
Facilities Engineer V (7-10 years): $152,181

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Facilities Engineer I	0-2 years	$80,764
Facilities Engineer II	2-4 years	$92,581
Facilities Engineer III	4-7 years	$113,625
Facilities Engineer IV	7+ years	$136,182
Facilities Engineer V	7-10 years	$152,181

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

District of Columbia: $88,300.
California: $87,965.
Massachusetts: $86,793.

District of Columbia $88,300 California $87,965 Massachusetts $86,793 Washington $86,474 New Jersey $86,442 Alaska $86,330 Connecticut $85,230 New York $84,783

Hawaii $83,356 Rhode Island $82,686 Maryland $82,231 Minnesota $81,609 Colorado $81,370 Illinois $81,290 Oregon $80,987 Delaware $80,764

New Hampshire $80,623 Virginia $80,309 Pennsylvania $79,392 Nevada $78,930 North Dakota $78,778 Michigan $78,539 Wisconsin $78,451 Vermont $78,276

Texas $77,789 Maine $77,757 Arizona $77,709 Ohio $77,654 Georgia $76,920 Indiana $76,553 Wyoming $76,481 Utah $76,370

Iowa $76,322 Kansas $75,939 Louisiana $75,827 North Carolina $75,787 Missouri $75,771 Florida $75,460 Montana $75,293 Nebraska $75,133

Kentucky $75,046 South Carolina $74,727 Tennessee $74,527 Idaho $74,448 New Mexico $73,865 Oklahoma $73,738 Alabama $73,267 South Dakota $72,478

Arkansas $72,047 West Virginia $71,816 Mississippi $71,122

Top Paying Cities for Facilities 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: $83,587
Little Creek: $82,813
Magnolia: $83,156

Lincoln, DE $83,587 Little Creek, DE $82,813 Magnolia, DE $83,156 Milford, DE $83,587 Marydel, DE $82,502 Millsboro, DE $83,587 Millville, DE $84,145 Milton, DE $83,587

Nassau, DE $83,587 Ocean View, DE $84,145 Rehoboth Beach, DE $84,145 Seaford, DE $82,710 Selbyville, DE $84,145 Smyrna, DE $82,407 Viola, DE $83,156 Woodside, DE $82,917

Bear, DE $81,801 Newark, DE $81,833 Claymont, DE $81,896 Delaware City, DE $81,833 Hockessin, DE $81,896 Kirkwood, DE $81,833 Middletown, DE $82,239 Montchanin, DE $81,896

New Castle, DE $81,896 Odessa, DE $82,351 Port Penn, DE $81,609 Rockland, DE $81,896 Saint Georges, DE $81,833 Townsend, DE $82,231 Winterthur, DE $81,896 Lewes, DE $83,587

Wilmington, DE $81,896 Dover, DE $82,774 Dover Afb, DE $82,965 Bethany Beach, DE $84,145 Bethel, DE $82,710 Bridgeville, DE $83,587 Camden Wyoming, DE $82,861 Cheswold, DE $82,582

Clayton, DE $82,375 Dagsboro, DE $84,145 Delmar, DE $82,710 Ellendale, DE $83,587 Felton, DE $83,587 Fenwick Island, DE $84,145 Frankford, DE $84,145 Frederica, DE $83,587

Georgetown, DE $83,587 Greenwood, DE $83,587 Harbeson, DE $83,587 Harrington, DE $83,587 Hartly, DE $82,335 Houston, DE $83,587 Kenton, DE $82,375 Laurel, DE $82,710

Yorklyn, DE $81,896

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

Understanding how a Facilities 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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$74,150

Average $80,764/year

$89,117

$6,179

Average $6,730/month

$7,426

$1,426

Average $1,553/week

$1,714

$36

Average $39/hour

$43

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$89,117	$7,426	$1,714	$43
Average	$80,764	$6,730	$1,553	$39
25th Percentile	$74,150	$6,179	$1,426	$36

Facilities Engineer I Salary Growth & Career Path

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Facilities 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 Engineer I Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Facilities Engineer II	$92,581	15%
Facilities Design Engineer II	$98,633	22%

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