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

A Facilities Engineering Director's salary grows with experience: starting around $175,056 for beginners, reaching about $179,525 at mid-level, and approach $188,142 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Facilities Engineering Director?

Facilities Engineering Director salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Facilities Engineering Director roles are District of Columbia $205,699, California $204,919, Massachusetts $202,188. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Facilities Engineering Director roles make?

Salaries for Facilities Engineering Director level roles vary by specialization: VP of Facilities Engineering: $199,921; Facilities Project Engineering Director: $185,800; Facilities Director: $174,334; Facilities Project Engineering Senior Manager: $160,500; Facilities Engineering Senior Manager: $160,470.

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Facilities Engineering Director Salary in Delaware

How much does a Facilities Engineering Director make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Facilities Engineering Director in Delaware is $188,142 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $90.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $211,585
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $166,757 to $200,413
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $147,287

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Facilities Engineering Director Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$200,413	$16,701	$3,854	$96
Average	$188,142	$15,679	$3,618	$90
25th Percentile	$166,757	$13,896	$3,207	$80

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Key Factors That Influence Facilities Engineering Director Salaries

A Facilities Engineering Director'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 Engineering Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Facilities Engineering Director'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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $175,056
Early Career (1-2 years): $176,971
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $179,525
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $183,355
Expert (over 8 years): $188,142

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Facilities Engineering Director	$175,056
Intermediate Level Facilities Engineering Director	$176,971
Senior Level Facilities Engineering Director	$179,525
Specialist Level Facilities Engineering Director	$183,355
Expert Level Facilities Engineering Director	$188,142

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How Do Facilities Engineering Director 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 Engineering Directors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $205,699.
California: $204,919.
Massachusetts: $202,188.

District of Columbia $205,699 California $204,919 Massachusetts $202,188 Washington $201,445 New Jersey $201,370 Alaska $201,110 Connecticut $198,546 New York $197,506

Hawaii $194,180 Rhode Island $192,620 Maryland $191,561 Minnesota $190,112 Colorado $189,554 Illinois $189,369 Oregon $188,663 Delaware $188,142

New Hampshire $187,815 Virginia $187,083 Pennsylvania $184,947 Nevada $183,869 North Dakota $183,516 Michigan $182,959 Wisconsin $182,755 Vermont $182,346

Texas $181,213 Maine $181,138 Arizona $181,027 Ohio $180,897 Georgia $179,188 Indiana $178,333 Wyoming $178,166 Utah $177,906

Iowa $177,794 Kansas $176,903 Louisiana $176,642 North Carolina $176,550 Missouri $176,512 Florida $175,788 Montana $175,398 Nebraska $175,026

Kentucky $174,822 South Carolina $174,079 Tennessee $173,614 Idaho $173,428 New Mexico $172,072 Oklahoma $171,775 Alabama $170,679 South Dakota $168,840

Arkansas $167,836 West Virginia $167,298 Mississippi $165,681

Top Paying Cities for Facilities Engineering Directors

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: $194,719
Little Creek: $192,917
Magnolia: $193,716

Lincoln, DE $194,719 Little Creek, DE $192,917 Magnolia, DE $193,716 Milford, DE $194,719 Marydel, DE $192,193 Millsboro, DE $194,719 Millville, DE $196,020 Milton, DE $194,719

Nassau, DE $194,719 Ocean View, DE $196,020 Rehoboth Beach, DE $196,020 Seaford, DE $192,676 Selbyville, DE $196,020 Smyrna, DE $191,970 Viola, DE $193,716 Woodside, DE $193,159

Bear, DE $190,558 Newark, DE $190,632 Claymont, DE $190,781 Delaware City, DE $190,632 Hockessin, DE $190,781 Kirkwood, DE $190,632 Middletown, DE $191,579 Montchanin, DE $190,781

New Castle, DE $190,781 Odessa, DE $191,840 Port Penn, DE $190,112 Rockland, DE $190,781 Saint Georges, DE $190,632 Townsend, DE $191,561 Winterthur, DE $190,781 Lewes, DE $194,719

Wilmington, DE $190,781 Dover, DE $192,824 Dover Afb, DE $193,270 Bethany Beach, DE $196,020 Bethel, DE $192,676 Bridgeville, DE $194,719 Camden Wyoming, DE $193,029 Cheswold, DE $192,378

Clayton, DE $191,895 Dagsboro, DE $196,020 Delmar, DE $192,676 Ellendale, DE $194,719 Felton, DE $194,719 Fenwick Island, DE $196,020 Frankford, DE $196,020 Frederica, DE $194,719

Georgetown, DE $194,719 Greenwood, DE $194,719 Harbeson, DE $194,719 Harrington, DE $194,719 Hartly, DE $191,802 Houston, DE $194,719 Kenton, DE $191,895 Laurel, DE $192,676

Yorklyn, DE $190,781

Facilities Engineering Director Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Facilities Engineering Director'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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$166,757

Average $188,142/year

$200,413

$13,896

Average $15,679/month

$16,701

$3,207

Average $3,618/week

$3,854

$80

Average $90/hour

$96

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$200,413	$16,701	$3,854	$96
Average	$188,142	$15,679	$3,618	$90
25th Percentile	$166,757	$13,896	$3,207	$80

Facilities Engineering Director Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Facilities Engineering Director, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the VP of Facilities Engineering role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $202,460 - a projected growth of 8% over your current level.

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