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

A Fellow Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Compensation Analyst I (0-2 years)earns $67,395, a Compensation Analyst II (2-4 years)earns $80,456, a Fellow Engineer (4-7 years)earns $105,535, a Compensation Analyst IV (7+ years)earns $128,141, a Compensation Supervisor (7+ years)earns $122,884,

What are the highest paying states for a Fellow Engineer?

Fellow Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Fellow Engineer roles are District of Columbia $113,702, California $113,270, Massachusetts $111,761. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Fellow Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Fellow Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Cardiologist Fellow: $452,671; Postdoctoral Fellow: $200,656; Senior Fellow: $199,922; Research Fellow: $196,998; Actuarial Fellow: $182,436.

Fellow Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Fellow Engineer make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Fellow Engineer in Delaware is $103,997 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $50.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $115,584
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $96,614 to $110,062
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $89,893

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Fellow Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$110,062	$9,172	$2,117	$53
Average	$103,997	$8,666	$2,000	$50
25th Percentile	$96,614	$8,051	$1,858	$46

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Key Factors That Influence Fellow Engineer Salaries

A Fellow 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 Fellow Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Fellow 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): $67,395
Early Career (1-2 years): $80,456
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $105,535
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $128,141
Expert (over 8 years): $122,884

Levels	Salary
Compensat... Level Fellow Engineer	$67,395
Compensat... Level Fellow Engineer	$80,456
Fellow En... Level Fellow Engineer	$105,535
Compensat... Level Fellow Engineer	$128,141
Compensat... Level Fellow Engineer	$122,884

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

District of Columbia: $113,702.
California: $113,270.
Massachusetts: $111,761.

District of Columbia $113,702 California $113,270 Massachusetts $111,761 Washington $111,350 New Jersey $111,309 Alaska $111,165 Connecticut $109,748 New York $109,173

Hawaii $107,335 Rhode Island $106,472 Maryland $105,887 Minnesota $105,086 Colorado $104,778 Illinois $104,675 Oregon $104,285 Delaware $103,997

New Hampshire $103,816 Virginia $103,412 Pennsylvania $102,231 Nevada $101,635 North Dakota $101,440 Michigan $101,132 Wisconsin $101,019 Vermont $100,793

Texas $100,167 Maine $100,126 Arizona $100,064 Ohio $99,992 Georgia $99,047 Indiana $98,575 Wyoming $98,483 Utah $98,339

Iowa $98,277 Kansas $97,784 Louisiana $97,641 North Carolina $97,589 Missouri $97,569 Florida $97,168 Montana $96,952 Nebraska $96,747

Kentucky $96,634 South Carolina $96,223 Tennessee $95,967 Idaho $95,864 New Mexico $95,114 Oklahoma $94,950 Alabama $94,344 South Dakota $93,327

Arkansas $92,773 West Virginia $92,475 Mississippi $91,582

Top Paying Cities for Fellow 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: $103,529
Little Creek: $104,287
Magnolia: $104,137

Lincoln, DE $103,529 Little Creek, DE $104,287 Magnolia, DE $104,137 Milford, DE $103,792 Marydel, DE $103,962 Millsboro, DE $103,095 Millville, DE $103,254 Milton, DE $103,432

Nassau, DE $103,507 Ocean View, DE $103,236 Rehoboth Beach, DE $103,434 Seaford, DE $103,493 Selbyville, DE $103,065 Smyrna, DE $104,359 Viola, DE $103,878 Woodside, DE $104,157

Bear, DE $103,917 Newark, DE $103,878 Claymont, DE $104,091 Delaware City, DE $103,982 Hockessin, DE $103,869 Kirkwood, DE $103,962 Middletown, DE $104,002 Montchanin, DE $103,892

New Castle, DE $103,908 Odessa, DE $104,054 Port Penn, DE $104,124 Rockland, DE $103,903 Saint Georges, DE $103,969 Townsend, DE $104,130 Winterthur, DE $103,915 Lewes, DE $103,472

Wilmington, DE $103,874 Dover, DE $104,287 Dover Afb, DE $103,737 Bethany Beach, DE $103,127 Bethel, DE $103,234 Bridgeville, DE $103,478 Camden Wyoming, DE $103,993 Cheswold, DE $104,253

Clayton, DE $104,256 Dagsboro, DE $103,056 Delmar, DE $102,890 Ellendale, DE $103,202 Felton, DE $103,784 Fenwick Island, DE $103,078 Frankford, DE $102,898 Frederica, DE $103,886

Georgetown, DE $103,016 Greenwood, DE $103,494 Harbeson, DE $103,126 Harrington, DE $103,652 Hartly, DE $103,975 Houston, DE $103,504 Kenton, DE $104,261 Laurel, DE $102,955

Yorklyn, DE $103,900

Fellow Engineer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Fellow Engineer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 45% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Fellow Engineer positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Fellow Engineer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Fellow Engineer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$129,997	$62.0	25%
Internet	$124,797	$60.0	20%
Pharmaceuticals	$124,797	$60.0	20%
Energy & Utilities	$119,597	$57.0	15%
Healthcare	$114,397	$55.0	10%

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

Understanding how a Fellow 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 July 01, 2026

$96,614

Average $103,997/year

$110,062

$8,051

Average $8,666/month

$9,172

$1,858

Average $2,000/week

$2,117

$46

Average $50/hour

$53

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$110,062	$9,172	$2,117	$53
Average	$103,997	$8,666	$2,000	$50
25th Percentile	$96,614	$8,051	$1,858	$46

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