What are the main factors that influence a 3d Engineer'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 3d Engineer?

The Business Services industry offers the highest average compensation for 3d Engineer roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A 3d Engineer's salary?

A 3d Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Telecommunications Installation Technician (1-3 years)earns $65,900, a 3d Engineer (3-5 years)earns $86,284, a Telecommunications Installation Supervisor (5+ years)earns $95,558, a Telecommunications Installation Manager (5+ years)earns $105,801,

What are the highest paying states for a 3d Engineer?

3d Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for 3d Engineer roles are District of Columbia $91,962, California $91,613, Massachusetts $90,392. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of 3d Engineer roles make?

Salaries for 3d Engineer level roles vary by specialization: 3d Developer: $109,889; 3d Designer: $97,760; 3D Generalist: $97,439; 3d Drafter: $90,908; 3d Animator: $90,341.

3d Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a 3d Engineer make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a 3d Engineer in Delaware is $84,113 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.

However, a 3d Engineer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $105,594
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $73,691 to $95,357
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $64,203

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3d Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$95,357	$7,946	$1,834	$46
Average	$84,113	$7,009	$1,618	$40
25th Percentile	$73,691	$6,141	$1,417	$35

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Key Factors That Influence 3d Engineer Salaries

A 3d Engineer'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 Do 3d Engineer 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 3d Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $91,962.
California: $91,613.
Massachusetts: $90,392.

District of Columbia $91,962 California $91,613 Massachusetts $90,392 Washington $90,060 New Jersey $90,027 Alaska $89,910 Connecticut $88,764 New York $88,299

Hawaii $86,812 Rhode Island $86,115 Maryland $85,641 Minnesota $84,993 Colorado $84,744 Illinois $84,661 Oregon $84,346 Delaware $84,113

New Hampshire $83,967 Virginia $83,640 Pennsylvania $82,684 Nevada $82,203 North Dakota $82,045 Michigan $81,796 Wisconsin $81,704 Vermont $81,522

Texas $81,015 Maine $80,982 Arizona $80,932 Ohio $80,874 Georgia $80,110 Indiana $79,727 Wyoming $79,653 Utah $79,536

Iowa $79,487 Kansas $79,088 Louisiana $78,972 North Carolina $78,930 Missouri $78,914 Florida $78,590 Montana $78,415 Nebraska $78,249

Kentucky $78,158 South Carolina $77,825 Tennessee $77,618 Idaho $77,535 New Mexico $76,928 Oklahoma $76,796 Alabama $76,305 South Dakota $75,483

Arkansas $75,035 West Virginia $74,794 Mississippi $74,071

Top Paying Cities for 3d Engineers

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: $83,734
Little Creek: $84,347
Magnolia: $84,226

Lincoln, DE $83,734 Little Creek, DE $84,347 Magnolia, DE $84,226 Milford, DE $83,947 Marydel, DE $84,085 Millsboro, DE $83,383 Millville, DE $83,512 Milton, DE $83,656

Nassau, DE $83,717 Ocean View, DE $83,497 Rehoboth Beach, DE $83,658 Seaford, DE $83,705 Selbyville, DE $83,359 Smyrna, DE $84,405 Viola, DE $84,017 Woodside, DE $84,243

Bear, DE $84,048 Newark, DE $84,017 Claymont, DE $84,189 Delaware City, DE $84,100 Hockessin, DE $84,009 Kirkwood, DE $84,085 Middletown, DE $84,117 Montchanin, DE $84,028

New Castle, DE $84,041 Odessa, DE $84,159 Port Penn, DE $84,215 Rockland, DE $84,037 Saint Georges, DE $84,091 Townsend, DE $84,220 Winterthur, DE $84,046 Lewes, DE $83,689

Wilmington, DE $84,013 Dover, DE $84,347 Dover Afb, DE $83,903 Bethany Beach, DE $83,409 Bethel, DE $83,496 Bridgeville, DE $83,693 Camden Wyoming, DE $84,110 Cheswold, DE $84,320

Clayton, DE $84,322 Dagsboro, DE $83,351 Delmar, DE $83,218 Ellendale, DE $83,470 Felton, DE $83,940 Fenwick Island, DE $83,370 Frankford, DE $83,224 Frederica, DE $84,023

Georgetown, DE $83,320 Greenwood, DE $83,706 Harbeson, DE $83,409 Harrington, DE $83,834 Hartly, DE $84,095 Houston, DE $83,714 Kenton, DE $84,326 Laurel, DE $83,270

Yorklyn, DE $84,034

3d Engineer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For 3d Engineer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Business Services and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, 3d Engineer positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Telecom typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view 3d Engineer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a 3d Engineer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Business Services	$100,936	$49.0	20%

3d Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a 3d Engineer'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 August 01, 2026

$73,691

Average $84,113/year

$95,357

$6,141

Average $7,009/month

$7,946

$1,417

Average $1,618/week

$1,834

$35

Average $40/hour

$46

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$95,357	$7,946	$1,834	$46
Average	$84,113	$7,009	$1,618	$40
25th Percentile	$73,691	$6,141	$1,417	$35

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