What are the main factors that influence a Medical Device Engineer V's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Medical Device Engineer V?

The MFG Nondurable industry offers the highest average compensation for Medical Device Engineer V roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change A Medical Device Engineer 's salary?

A Medical Device Engineer 's salary grows with experience: a Medical Device Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $114,197, a Medical Device Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $139,229, a Medical Device Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $171,930, a Medical Device Engineer VI (10-12 years)earns $207,296, a Medical Device Engineering Supervisor (12+ years)earns $123,381,

What are the highest paying states for a Medical Device Engineer V?

Medical Device Engineer V salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Medical Device Engineer V roles are District of Columbia $187,974, California $187,261, Massachusetts $184,765. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Medical Device Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Medical Device Engineer level roles vary by specialization: SVP of Medical Device Engineering: $319,031; VP of Medical Device Engineering: $253,563; Medical Device Engineer VI: $204,696; Medical Equipment Engineer V: $169,800; Medical Device Engineer IV: $137,483.

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Medical Device Engineer V Salary in Delaware

How much does a Medical Device Engineer V make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Medical Device Engineer V in Delaware is $171,930 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $83.

However, a Medical Device Engineer V's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $188,050
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $162,189 to $180,368
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $153,320

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Medical Device Engineer V Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$180,368	$15,031	$3,469	$87
Average	$171,930	$14,328	$3,306	$83
25th Percentile	$162,189	$13,516	$3,119	$78

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Key Factors That Influence Medical Device Engineer V Salaries

A Medical Device Engineer V'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 Medical Device Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Medical Device Engineer V'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:

Medical Device Engineer III (4-7 years): $114,197
Medical Device Engineer IV (7+ years): $139,229
Medical Device Engineer V (7-10 years): $171,930
Medical Device Engineer VI (10-12 years): $207,296
Medical Device Engineering Supervisor (12+ years): $123,381

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Medical Device Engineer III	4-7 years	$114,197
Medical Device Engineer IV	7+ years	$139,229
Medical Device Engineer V	7-10 years	$171,930
Medical Device Engineer VI	10-12 years	$207,296
Medical Device Engineering Supervisor	12+ years	$123,381

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How Do Medical Device Engineer V 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 Medical Device Engineer Vs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $187,974.
California: $187,261.
Massachusetts: $184,765.

District of Columbia $187,974 California $187,261 Massachusetts $184,765 Washington $184,086 New Jersey $184,018 Alaska $183,780 Connecticut $181,437 New York $180,487

Hawaii $177,448 Rhode Island $176,022 Maryland $175,054 Minnesota $173,730 Colorado $173,220 Illinois $173,051 Oregon $172,405 Delaware $171,930

New Hampshire $171,631 Virginia $170,962 Pennsylvania $169,010 Nevada $168,025 North Dakota $167,703 Michigan $167,193 Wisconsin $167,007 Vermont $166,633

Texas $165,598 Maine $165,530 Arizona $165,428 Ohio $165,309 Georgia $163,747 Indiana $162,966 Wyoming $162,813 Utah $162,576

Iowa $162,474 Kansas $161,659 Louisiana $161,421 North Carolina $161,336 Missouri $161,302 Florida $160,640 Montana $160,284 Nebraska $159,944

Kentucky $159,757 South Carolina $159,078 Tennessee $158,654 Idaho $158,484 New Mexico $157,245 Oklahoma $156,973 Alabama $155,971 South Dakota $154,291

Arkansas $153,374 West Virginia $152,881 Mississippi $151,404

Top Paying Cities for Medical Device Engineer Vs

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: $171,156
Little Creek: $172,409
Magnolia: $172,161

Lincoln, DE $171,156 Little Creek, DE $172,409 Magnolia, DE $172,161 Milford, DE $171,591 Marydel, DE $171,872 Millsboro, DE $170,438 Millville, DE $170,701 Milton, DE $170,996

Nassau, DE $171,120 Ocean View, DE $170,672 Rehoboth Beach, DE $171,000 Seaford, DE $171,097 Selbyville, DE $170,389 Smyrna, DE $172,528 Viola, DE $171,733 Woodside, DE $172,195

Bear, DE $171,798 Newark, DE $171,733 Claymont, DE $172,085 Delaware City, DE $171,905 Hockessin, DE $171,718 Kirkwood, DE $171,872 Middletown, DE $171,939 Montchanin, DE $171,757

New Castle, DE $171,782 Odessa, DE $172,024 Port Penn, DE $172,139 Rockland, DE $171,774 Saint Georges, DE $171,884 Townsend, DE $172,149 Winterthur, DE $171,794 Lewes, DE $171,063

Wilmington, DE $171,726 Dover, DE $172,409 Dover Afb, DE $171,501 Bethany Beach, DE $170,492 Bethel, DE $170,669 Bridgeville, DE $171,071 Camden Wyoming, DE $171,923 Cheswold, DE $172,353

Clayton, DE $172,358 Dagsboro, DE $170,373 Delmar, DE $170,100 Ellendale, DE $170,616 Felton, DE $171,577 Fenwick Island, DE $170,411 Frankford, DE $170,114 Frederica, DE $171,747

Georgetown, DE $170,309 Greenwood, DE $171,098 Harbeson, DE $170,490 Harrington, DE $171,360 Hartly, DE $171,893 Houston, DE $171,115 Kenton, DE $172,366 Laurel, DE $170,207

Yorklyn, DE $171,769

Medical Device Engineer V Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Medical Device Engineer V salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $192,610. While startup companies pay approximate $163,312.

Medical Device Engineer V Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$163,312
Growth Stage	51~500	$172,602
Established	501~5000	$186,111
Enterprise	5000+	$192,610

Medical Device Engineer V Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Medical Device Engineer V roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the MFG Nondurable and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Medical Device Engineer positions in Software & Networking or MFG Durable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Medical Device Engineer V as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Medical Device Engineer V

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
MFG Nondurable	$223,509	$107.0	30%
Biotechnology	$206,316	$99.0	20%
Healthcare	$189,123	$91.0	10%

Medical Device Engineer V Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Medical Device Engineer V'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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$162,189

Average $171,930/year

$180,368

$13,516

Average $14,328/month

$15,031

$3,119

Average $3,306/week

$3,469

$78

Average $83/hour

$87

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$180,368	$15,031	$3,469	$87
Average	$171,930	$14,328	$3,306	$83
25th Percentile	$162,189	$13,516	$3,119	$78

Medical Device Engineer V Salary Growth & Career Path

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Medical Device Engineering Supervisor

For a Medical Device Engineer V, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Medical Device Engineer VI role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $207,296 - a projected growth of 21% over your current level.

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