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

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

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

Sterilization Engineer II salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Sterilization Engineer II roles are District of Columbia $88,027, California $87,693, Massachusetts $86,524. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Sterilization Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Sterilization Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Validation Engineer III - Sterilization: $94,790; Quality Engineer III - Sterilization: $94,730; Sterilization Engineer III: $94,721; Engineer II: $92,141; Quality Assurance Analyst II - Sterilization: $79,600.

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Sterilization Engineer II Salary in Delaware

How much does a Sterilization Engineer II make in Delaware?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Sterilization Engineer II in Delaware is $80,514 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $100,270
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $69,590 to $90,855
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $59,646

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Sterilization Engineer II Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$90,855	$7,571	$1,747	$44
Average	$80,514	$6,709	$1,548	$39
25th Percentile	$69,590	$5,799	$1,338	$33

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Key Factors That Influence Sterilization Engineer II Salaries

A Sterilization Engineer II's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

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

District of Columbia: $88,027.
California: $87,693.
Massachusetts: $86,524.

District of Columbia $88,027 California $87,693 Massachusetts $86,524 Washington $86,206 New Jersey $86,174 Alaska $86,063 Connecticut $84,966 New York $84,521

Hawaii $83,097 Rhode Island $82,430 Maryland $81,976 Minnesota $81,356 Colorado $81,118 Illinois $81,038 Oregon $80,736 Delaware $80,514

New Hampshire $80,374 Virginia $80,060 Pennsylvania $79,146 Nevada $78,685 North Dakota $78,534 Michigan $78,295 Wisconsin $78,208 Vermont $78,033

Texas $77,548 Maine $77,516 Arizona $77,469 Ohio $77,413 Georgia $76,681 Indiana $76,316 Wyoming $76,244 Utah $76,133

Iowa $76,085 Kansas $75,704 Louisiana $75,592 North Carolina $75,552 Missouri $75,537 Florida $75,227 Montana $75,060 Nebraska $74,901

Kentucky $74,813 South Carolina $74,495 Tennessee $74,296 Idaho $74,217 New Mexico $73,636 Oklahoma $73,509 Alabama $73,040 South Dakota $72,253

Arkansas $71,824 West Virginia $71,593 Mississippi $70,902

Top Paying Cities for Sterilization 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: $83,328
Little Creek: $82,557
Magnolia: $82,899

Lincoln, DE $83,328 Little Creek, DE $82,557 Magnolia, DE $82,899 Milford, DE $83,328 Marydel, DE $82,247 Millsboro, DE $83,328 Millville, DE $83,884 Milton, DE $83,328

Nassau, DE $83,328 Ocean View, DE $83,884 Rehoboth Beach, DE $83,884 Seaford, DE $82,453 Selbyville, DE $83,884 Smyrna, DE $82,151 Viola, DE $82,899 Woodside, DE $82,660

Bear, DE $81,547 Newark, DE $81,579 Claymont, DE $81,642 Delaware City, DE $81,579 Hockessin, DE $81,642 Kirkwood, DE $81,579 Middletown, DE $81,984 Montchanin, DE $81,642

New Castle, DE $81,642 Odessa, DE $82,096 Port Penn, DE $81,356 Rockland, DE $81,642 Saint Georges, DE $81,579 Townsend, DE $81,976 Winterthur, DE $81,642 Lewes, DE $83,328

Wilmington, DE $81,642 Dover, DE $82,517 Dover Afb, DE $82,708 Bethany Beach, DE $83,884 Bethel, DE $82,453 Bridgeville, DE $83,328 Camden Wyoming, DE $82,604 Cheswold, DE $82,326

Clayton, DE $82,120 Dagsboro, DE $83,884 Delmar, DE $82,453 Ellendale, DE $83,328 Felton, DE $83,328 Fenwick Island, DE $83,884 Frankford, DE $83,884 Frederica, DE $83,328

Georgetown, DE $83,328 Greenwood, DE $83,328 Harbeson, DE $83,328 Harrington, DE $83,328 Hartly, DE $82,080 Houston, DE $83,328 Kenton, DE $82,120 Laurel, DE $82,453

Yorklyn, DE $81,642

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

Understanding how a Sterilization 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.

Last Updated on March 01, 2026

$69,590

Average $80,514/year

$90,855

$5,799

Average $6,709/month

$7,571

$1,338

Average $1,548/week

$1,747

$33

Average $39/hour

$44

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$90,855	$7,571	$1,747	$44
Average	$80,514	$6,709	$1,548	$39
25th Percentile	$69,590	$5,799	$1,338	$33

Sterilization Engineer II Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Sterilization Engineer II, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Sterilization Engineer III role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $95,924 - a projected growth of 19% over your current level.

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