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

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

How does experience change A Packaging Engineer 's salary?

A Packaging Engineer 's salary grows with experience: a Packaging Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $78,593, a Packaging Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $89,610, a Packaging Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $106,434, a Packaging Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $131,138, a Packaging Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $164,506,

What are the highest paying states for a Packaging Engineer II?

Packaging Engineer II salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Packaging Engineer II roles are District of Columbia $97,972, California $97,600, Massachusetts $96,299. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Packaging Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Packaging Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Packaging Engineer V: $162,443; Specialist Packaging Engineer: $129,500; Packaging Engineer IV: $129,493; Senior Packaging Engineer: $105,100; Packaging Engineer III: $105,099.

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Packaging Engineer II Salary in Delaware

How much does a Packaging Engineer II make in Delaware?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Packaging Engineer II in Delaware is $89,610 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $43.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $99,724
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $81,920 to $94,904
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $74,920

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Packaging Engineer II Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$94,904	$7,909	$1,825	$46
Average	$89,610	$7,467	$1,723	$43
25th Percentile	$81,920	$6,827	$1,575	$39

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Key Factors That Influence Packaging Engineer II Salaries

A Packaging Engineer II'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 Packaging Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Packaging Engineer II'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:

Packaging Engineer I (0-2 years): $78,593
Packaging Engineer II (2-4 years): $89,610
Packaging Engineer III (4-7 years): $106,434
Packaging Engineer IV (7+ years): $131,138
Packaging Engineer V (7-10 years): $164,506

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Packaging Engineer I	0-2 years	$78,593
Packaging Engineer II	2-4 years	$89,610
Packaging Engineer III	4-7 years	$106,434
Packaging Engineer IV	7+ years	$131,138
Packaging Engineer V	7-10 years	$164,506

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How Do Packaging Engineer II 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 Packaging Engineer IIs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $97,972.
California: $97,600.
Massachusetts: $96,299.

District of Columbia $97,972 California $97,600 Massachusetts $96,299 Washington $95,945 New Jersey $95,910 Alaska $95,786 Connecticut $94,565 New York $94,069

Hawaii $92,486 Rhode Island $91,742 Maryland $91,238 Minnesota $90,548 Colorado $90,282 Illinois $90,194 Oregon $89,858 Delaware $89,610

New Hampshire $89,454 Virginia $89,105 Pennsylvania $88,088 Nevada $87,575 North Dakota $87,406 Michigan $87,141 Wisconsin $87,044 Vermont $86,849

Texas $86,309 Maine $86,274 Arizona $86,221 Ohio $86,159 Georgia $85,345 Indiana $84,938 Wyoming $84,858 Utah $84,734

Iowa $84,681 Kansas $84,256 Louisiana $84,132 North Carolina $84,088 Missouri $84,071 Florida $83,725 Montana $83,540 Nebraska $83,363

Kentucky $83,265 South Carolina $82,911 Tennessee $82,690 Idaho $82,602 New Mexico $81,956 Oklahoma $81,814 Alabama $81,292 South Dakota $80,416

Arkansas $79,938 West Virginia $79,682 Mississippi $78,912

Top Paying Cities for Packaging Engineer IIs

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: $92,742
Little Creek: $91,884
Magnolia: $92,264

Lincoln, DE $92,742 Little Creek, DE $91,884 Magnolia, DE $92,264 Milford, DE $92,742 Marydel, DE $91,539 Millsboro, DE $92,742 Millville, DE $93,362 Milton, DE $92,742

Nassau, DE $92,742 Ocean View, DE $93,362 Rehoboth Beach, DE $93,362 Seaford, DE $91,769 Selbyville, DE $93,362 Smyrna, DE $91,433 Viola, DE $92,264 Woodside, DE $91,999

Bear, DE $90,760 Newark, DE $90,795 Claymont, DE $90,866 Delaware City, DE $90,795 Hockessin, DE $90,866 Kirkwood, DE $90,795 Middletown, DE $91,247 Montchanin, DE $90,866

New Castle, DE $90,866 Odessa, DE $91,371 Port Penn, DE $90,548 Rockland, DE $90,866 Saint Georges, DE $90,795 Townsend, DE $91,238 Winterthur, DE $90,866 Lewes, DE $92,742

Wilmington, DE $90,866 Dover, DE $91,840 Dover Afb, DE $92,052 Bethany Beach, DE $93,362 Bethel, DE $91,769 Bridgeville, DE $92,742 Camden Wyoming, DE $91,937 Cheswold, DE $91,627

Clayton, DE $91,397 Dagsboro, DE $93,362 Delmar, DE $91,769 Ellendale, DE $92,742 Felton, DE $92,742 Fenwick Island, DE $93,362 Frankford, DE $93,362 Frederica, DE $92,742

Georgetown, DE $92,742 Greenwood, DE $92,742 Harbeson, DE $92,742 Harrington, DE $92,742 Hartly, DE $91,353 Houston, DE $92,742 Kenton, DE $91,397 Laurel, DE $91,769

Yorklyn, DE $90,866

Packaging Engineer II Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Packaging Engineer II'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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$81,920

Average $89,610/year

$94,904

$6,827

Average $7,467/month

$7,909

$1,575

Average $1,723/week

$1,825

$39

Average $43/hour

$46

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$94,904	$7,909	$1,825	$46
Average	$89,610	$7,467	$1,723	$43
25th Percentile	$81,920	$6,827	$1,575	$39

Packaging Engineer II Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Packaging Engineer II, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Packaging Engineer III role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $106,434 - a projected growth of 19% over your current level.

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