What are the main factors that influence an Optical Engineer V's salary?

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

How does experience change An Optical Engineer 's salary?

An Optical Engineer 's salary grows with experience: an Optical Engineer I (2-4 years)earns $95,343, an Optical Engineer II (4-7 years)earns $121,799, an Optical Engineer III (7+ years)earns $141,748, an Optical Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $185,041,

What are the highest paying states for an Optical Engineer V?

Optical Engineer V salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Optical Engineer V roles are District of Columbia $202,308, California $201,540, Massachusetts $198,854. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Optical Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Optical Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Staff Optical Engineer: $140,781; Optical Engineer IV: $139,970; Optical Engineer III: $120,272; Senior Optical Engineer: $106,276; Optical Design Engineer: $98,980.

Optical Engineer V Salary in Delaware

How much does an Optical Engineer V make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for an Optical Engineer V in Delaware is $185,041 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $89.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $204,066
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $175,760 to $194,999
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $167,311

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Optical Engineer V Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$194,999	$16,250	$3,750	$94
Average	$185,041	$15,420	$3,558	$89
25th Percentile	$175,760	$14,647	$3,380	$85

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Key Factors That Influence Optical Engineer V Salaries

An Optical 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 Optical Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Optical 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:

Optical Engineer I (2-4 years): $95,343
Optical Engineer II (4-7 years): $121,799
Optical Engineer III (7+ years): $141,748
Optical Engineer V (7-10 years): $185,041

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Optical Engineer I	2-4 years	$95,343
Optical Engineer II	4-7 years	$121,799
Optical Engineer III	7+ years	$141,748
Optical Engineer V	7-10 years	$185,041

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

District of Columbia: $202,308.
California: $201,540.
Massachusetts: $198,854.

District of Columbia $202,308 California $201,540 Massachusetts $198,854 Washington $198,123 New Jersey $198,050 Alaska $197,794 Connecticut $195,273 New York $194,250

Hawaii $190,979 Rhode Island $189,444 Maryland $188,403 Minnesota $186,977 Colorado $186,429 Illinois $186,246 Oregon $185,552 Delaware $185,041

New Hampshire $184,719 Virginia $183,999 Pennsylvania $181,898 Nevada $180,838 North Dakota $180,491 Michigan $179,943 Wisconsin $179,742 Vermont $179,340

Texas $178,225 Maine $178,152 Arizona $178,042 Ohio $177,914 Georgia $176,233 Indiana $175,393 Wyoming $175,228 Utah $174,973

Iowa $174,863 Kansas $173,986 Louisiana $173,730 North Carolina $173,639 Missouri $173,602 Florida $172,890 Montana $172,506 Nebraska $172,141

Kentucky $171,940 South Carolina $171,209 Tennessee $170,752 Idaho $170,569 New Mexico $169,235 Oklahoma $168,943 Alabama $167,865 South Dakota $166,056

Arkansas $165,069 West Virginia $164,539 Mississippi $162,950

Top Paying Cities for Optical 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: $184,207
Little Creek: $185,556
Magnolia: $185,289

Lincoln, DE $184,207 Little Creek, DE $185,556 Magnolia, DE $185,289 Milford, DE $184,675 Marydel, DE $184,978 Millsboro, DE $183,434 Millville, DE $183,718 Milton, DE $184,036

Nassau, DE $184,169 Ocean View, DE $183,687 Rehoboth Beach, DE $184,039 Seaford, DE $184,143 Selbyville, DE $183,381 Smyrna, DE $185,684 Viola, DE $184,829 Woodside, DE $185,326

Bear, DE $184,898 Newark, DE $184,829 Claymont, DE $185,207 Delaware City, DE $185,013 Hockessin, DE $184,812 Kirkwood, DE $184,978 Middletown, DE $185,050 Montchanin, DE $184,854

New Castle, DE $184,882 Odessa, DE $185,141 Port Penn, DE $185,265 Rockland, DE $184,872 Saint Georges, DE $184,991 Townsend, DE $185,276 Winterthur, DE $184,894 Lewes, DE $184,107

Wilmington, DE $184,821 Dover, DE $185,556 Dover Afb, DE $184,578 Bethany Beach, DE $183,493 Bethel, DE $183,683 Bridgeville, DE $184,116 Camden Wyoming, DE $185,033 Cheswold, DE $185,496

Clayton, DE $185,501 Dagsboro, DE $183,365 Delmar, DE $183,071 Ellendale, DE $183,626 Felton, DE $184,660 Fenwick Island, DE $183,405 Frankford, DE $183,085 Frederica, DE $184,843

Georgetown, DE $183,296 Greenwood, DE $184,145 Harbeson, DE $183,491 Harrington, DE $184,427 Hartly, DE $185,000 Houston, DE $184,163 Kenton, DE $185,510 Laurel, DE $183,186

Yorklyn, DE $184,867

Optical Engineer V Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Optical 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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$175,760

Average $185,041/year

$194,999

$14,647

Average $15,420/month

$16,250

$3,380

Average $3,558/week

$3,750

$85

Average $89/hour

$94

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$194,999	$16,250	$3,750	$94
Average	$185,041	$15,420	$3,558	$89
25th Percentile	$175,760	$14,647	$3,380	$85

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