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

A Geotechnical Engineer 's salary grows with experience: a Geotechnical Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $75,016, a Geotechnical Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $87,108, a Geotechnical Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $111,796, a Geotechnical Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $129,456,

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

Geotechnical Engineer I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Geotechnical Engineer I roles are District of Columbia $82,016, California $81,705, Massachusetts $80,616. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Geotechnical Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Geotechnical Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Expert Geotechnical Engineer: $127,900; Geotechnical Engineer IV: $127,833; Senior Geotechnical Engineer: $110,400; Geotechnical Engineer III: $110,394; Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer: $86,100.

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Geotechnical Engineer I Salary in Delaware

How much does a Geotechnical Engineer I make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Geotechnical Engineer I in Delaware is $75,016 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $36.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $89,458
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $67,764 to $82,576
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $61,161

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Geotechnical Engineer I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$82,576	$6,881	$1,588	$40
Average	$75,016	$6,251	$1,443	$36
25th Percentile	$67,764	$5,647	$1,303	$33

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Key Factors That Influence Geotechnical Engineer I Salaries

A Geotechnical 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 Geotechnical Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Geotechnical 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:

Geotechnical Engineer I (0-2 years): $75,016
Geotechnical Engineer II (2-4 years): $87,108
Geotechnical Engineer III (4-7 years): $111,796
Geotechnical Engineer IV (7+ years): $129,456

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Geotechnical Engineer I	0-2 years	$75,016
Geotechnical Engineer II	2-4 years	$87,108
Geotechnical Engineer III	4-7 years	$111,796
Geotechnical Engineer IV	7+ years	$129,456

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

District of Columbia: $82,016.
California: $81,705.
Massachusetts: $80,616.

District of Columbia $82,016 California $81,705 Massachusetts $80,616 Washington $80,320 New Jersey $80,290 Alaska $80,186 Connecticut $79,164 New York $78,749

Hawaii $77,423 Rhode Island $76,801 Maryland $76,379 Minnesota $75,801 Colorado $75,579 Illinois $75,505 Oregon $75,223 Delaware $75,016

New Hampshire $74,885 Virginia $74,594 Pennsylvania $73,742 Nevada $73,312 North Dakota $73,171 Michigan $72,949 Wisconsin $72,868 Vermont $72,705

Texas $72,253 Maine $72,223 Arizona $72,179 Ohio $72,127 Georgia $71,445 Indiana $71,105 Wyoming $71,038 Utah $70,934

Iowa $70,890 Kansas $70,534 Louisiana $70,431 North Carolina $70,393 Missouri $70,379 Florida $70,090 Montana $69,934 Nebraska $69,786

Kentucky $69,705 South Carolina $69,408 Tennessee $69,223 Idaho $69,149 New Mexico $68,608 Oklahoma $68,490 Alabama $68,053 South Dakota $67,319

Arkansas $66,919 West Virginia $66,705 Mississippi $66,060

Top Paying Cities for Geotechnical 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: $74,678
Little Creek: $75,225
Magnolia: $75,116

Lincoln, DE $74,678 Little Creek, DE $75,225 Magnolia, DE $75,116 Milford, DE $74,868 Marydel, DE $74,991 Millsboro, DE $74,365 Millville, DE $74,479 Milton, DE $74,608

Nassau, DE $74,662 Ocean View, DE $74,467 Rehoboth Beach, DE $74,610 Seaford, DE $74,652 Selbyville, DE $74,343 Smyrna, DE $75,276 Viola, DE $74,930 Woodside, DE $75,131

Bear, DE $74,958 Newark, DE $74,930 Claymont, DE $75,083 Delaware City, DE $75,005 Hockessin, DE $74,923 Kirkwood, DE $74,991 Middletown, DE $75,019 Montchanin, DE $74,940

New Castle, DE $74,951 Odessa, DE $75,056 Port Penn, DE $75,107 Rockland, DE $74,948 Saint Georges, DE $74,996 Townsend, DE $75,111 Winterthur, DE $74,956 Lewes, DE $74,637

Wilmington, DE $74,927 Dover, DE $75,225 Dover Afb, DE $74,828 Bethany Beach, DE $74,388 Bethel, DE $74,465 Bridgeville, DE $74,641 Camden Wyoming, DE $75,013 Cheswold, DE $75,200

Clayton, DE $75,202 Dagsboro, DE $74,336 Delmar, DE $74,217 Ellendale, DE $74,442 Felton, DE $74,862 Fenwick Island, DE $74,353 Frankford, DE $74,223 Frederica, DE $74,936

Georgetown, DE $74,308 Greenwood, DE $74,653 Harbeson, DE $74,388 Harrington, DE $74,767 Hartly, DE $74,999 Houston, DE $74,660 Kenton, DE $75,206 Laurel, DE $74,264

Yorklyn, DE $74,945

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

Understanding how a Geotechnical 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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$67,764

Average $75,016/year

$82,576

$5,647

Average $6,251/month

$6,881

$1,303

Average $1,443/week

$1,588

$33

Average $36/hour

$40

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$82,576	$6,881	$1,588	$40
Average	$75,016	$6,251	$1,443	$36
25th Percentile	$67,764	$5,647	$1,303	$33

Geotechnical Engineer I Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Geotechnical Engineer I, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Geotechnical Engineer II role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $87,108 - a projected growth of 16% over your current level.

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