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

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

How does experience change A Certification Engineer's salary?

A Certification Engineer's salary grows with experience: an Certification Engineer (0-2 years)earns $83,940, an Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $97,073, an Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $116,687, an Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $147,650, an Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $170,515,

What are the highest paying states for a Certification Engineer?

Certification Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Certification Engineer roles are District of Columbia $87,378, California $87,046, Massachusetts $85,886. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Certification Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Certification Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Professional Certification Manager: $108,400; Member Certification Manager: $108,376; Certification Manager: $107,886; Aircraft Certification Engineer: $96,736; Certification Specialist: $81,245.

Certification Engineer Salary in Hawaii

How much does a Certification Engineer make in Hawaii?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Certification Engineer in Hawaii is $82,485 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $93,385
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $75,498 to $88,191
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $69,137

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Certification Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$88,191	$7,349	$1,696	$42
Average	$82,485	$6,874	$1,586	$40
25th Percentile	$75,498	$6,292	$1,452	$36

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Key Factors That Influence Certification Engineer Salaries

A Certification 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 Experience Level Affects Certification Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Certification Engineer'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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $83,940
Early Career (1-2 years): $97,073
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $116,687
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $147,650
Expert (over 8 years): $170,515

Levels	Salary
Certifica... Level Certification Engineer	$83,940
Engineer ... Level Certification Engineer	$97,073
Engineer ... Level Certification Engineer	$116,687
Engineer ... Level Certification Engineer	$147,650
Engineer ... Level Certification Engineer	$170,515

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How Do Certification 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 Certification Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $87,378.
California: $87,046.
Massachusetts: $85,886.

District of Columbia $87,378 California $87,046 Massachusetts $85,886 Washington $85,571 New Jersey $85,539 Alaska $85,429 Connecticut $84,339 New York $83,898

Hawaii $82,485 Rhode Island $81,822 Maryland $81,372 Minnesota $80,757 Colorado $80,520 Illinois $80,441 Oregon $80,141 Delaware $79,920

New Hampshire $79,781 Virginia $79,470 Pennsylvania $78,563 Nevada $78,105 North Dakota $77,955 Michigan $77,718 Wisconsin $77,631 Vermont $77,458

Texas $76,976 Maine $76,945 Arizona $76,898 Ohio $76,842 Georgia $76,116 Indiana $75,753 Wyoming $75,682 Utah $75,572

Iowa $75,524 Kansas $75,146 Louisiana $75,035 North Carolina $74,996 Missouri $74,980 Florida $74,672 Montana $74,506 Nebraska $74,348

Kentucky $74,262 South Carolina $73,946 Tennessee $73,749 Idaho $73,670 New Mexico $73,094 Oklahoma $72,967 Alabama $72,502 South Dakota $71,720

Arkansas $71,294 West Virginia $71,065 Mississippi $70,379

Top Paying Cities for Certification 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:

Aiea: $82,067
Anahola: $81,514
Captain Cook: $81,514

Aiea, HI $82,067 Anahola, HI $81,514 Captain Cook, HI $81,514 Eleele, HI $81,514 Ewa Beach, HI $82,067 Kapolei, HI $81,885 Haiku, HI $81,514 Hakalau, HI $81,514

Haleiwa, HI $81,514 Hana, HI $81,514 Hanalei, HI $81,514 Hanamaulu, HI $81,514 Hanapepe, HI $81,514 Hauula, HI $81,696 Hawaii National Park, HI $81,514 Hawi, HI $81,514

Hilo, HI $81,514 Princeville, HI $81,514 Holualoa, HI $81,514 Honaunau, HI $81,514 Honokaa, HI $81,514 Honomu, HI $81,514 Hoolehua, HI $81,514 Kaaawa, HI $81,846

Kahuku, HI $81,514 Kahului, HI $81,514 Kailua, HI $82,067 Ocean View, HI $81,514 Waikoloa, HI $81,514 Keauhou, HI $81,514 Kailua Kona, HI $81,514 Kalaheo, HI $81,514

Kalaupapa, HI $81,514 Kamuela, HI $81,514 Kaneohe, HI $82,067 Kapaa, HI $81,514 Kaumakani, HI $81,514 Kaunakakai, HI $81,514 Keaau, HI $81,514 Kealakekua, HI $81,514

Kealia, HI $81,514 Kekaha, HI $81,514 Kihei, HI $81,514 Kilauea, HI $81,514 Kapaau, HI $81,514 Koloa, HI $81,514 Kualapuu, HI $81,514 Kunia, HI $81,806

Kurtistown, HI $81,514 Lahaina, HI $81,514 Laie, HI $81,585 Lanai City, HI $81,514 Laupahoehoe, HI $81,514 Lawai, HI $81,514 Lihue, HI $81,514 Makawao, HI $81,514

Makaweli, HI $81,514 Maunaloa, HI $81,514 Mountain View, HI $81,514 Naalehu, HI $81,514 Ninole, HI $81,514 Ookala, HI $81,514 Paauilo, HI $81,514 Pahala, HI $81,514

Pahoa, HI $81,514 Paia, HI $81,514 Papaaloa, HI $81,514 Papaikou, HI $81,514 Pearl City, HI $82,067 Pepeekeo, HI $81,514 Puunene, HI $81,514 Volcano, HI $81,514

Wahiawa, HI $81,806 Pukalani, HI $81,514 Mililani, HI $81,917 Kula, HI $81,514 Waialua, HI $81,514 Waianae, HI $81,585 Wailuku, HI $81,514 Waimanalo, HI $82,067

Waimea, HI $81,514 Waipahu, HI $82,027 Honolulu, HI $82,067 J B P H H, HI $82,067 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $81,846 Schofield Barracks, HI $81,775 Fort Shafter, HI $82,067 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $82,067

Camp H M Smith, HI $82,067 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $82,027 Wake Island, HI $82,067

Certification Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Certification 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 April 01, 2026

$75,498

Average $82,485/year

$88,191

$6,292

Average $6,874/month

$7,349

$1,452

Average $1,586/week

$1,696

$36

Average $40/hour

$42

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$88,191	$7,349	$1,696	$42
Average	$82,485	$6,874	$1,586	$40
25th Percentile	$75,498	$6,292	$1,452	$36

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