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

A Fiber Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Benefits Administrator I (0-2 years)earns $60,127, a Fiber Engineer (2-4 years)earns $73,921, a Benefits Administrator III (4-7 years)earns $91,416,

What are the highest paying states for a Fiber Engineer?

Fiber Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Fiber Engineer roles are District of Columbia $79,205, California $78,905, Massachusetts $77,853. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Fiber Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Fiber Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Fiber Designer: $89,586; Fiber Splicer: $88,115; Fiber Network Technician: $81,583; Fiber Optic Engineer: $79,367; Fiber Technician: $74,987.

Fiber Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Fiber Engineer make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Fiber Engineer in Delaware is $72,445 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $35.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $85,114
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $65,360 to $79,076
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $58,910

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Fiber Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$79,076	$6,590	$1,521	$38
Average	$72,445	$6,037	$1,393	$35
25th Percentile	$65,360	$5,447	$1,257	$31

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Key Factors That Influence Fiber Engineer Salaries

A Fiber 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 Fiber 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 Fiber Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $79,205.
California: $78,905.
Massachusetts: $77,853.

District of Columbia $79,205 California $78,905 Massachusetts $77,853 Washington $77,567 New Jersey $77,539 Alaska $77,438 Connecticut $76,451 New York $76,051

Hawaii $74,770 Rhode Island $74,169 Maryland $73,761 Minnesota $73,204 Colorado $72,989 Illinois $72,917 Oregon $72,646 Delaware $72,445

New Hampshire $72,319 Virginia $72,037 Pennsylvania $71,215 Nevada $70,800 North Dakota $70,664 Michigan $70,449 Wisconsin $70,371 Vermont $70,213

Texas $69,777 Maine $69,748 Arizona $69,705 Ohio $69,655 Georgia $68,997 Indiana $68,668 Wyoming $68,604 Utah $68,504

Iowa $68,461 Kansas $68,117 Louisiana $68,017 North Carolina $67,981 Missouri $67,967 Florida $67,688 Montana $67,538 Nebraska $67,395

Kentucky $67,316 South Carolina $67,030 Tennessee $66,851 Idaho $66,780 New Mexico $66,257 Oklahoma $66,143 Alabama $65,721 South Dakota $65,013

Arkansas $64,626 West Virginia $64,419 Mississippi $63,796

Top Paying Cities for Fiber 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: $74,978
Little Creek: $74,284
Magnolia: $74,591

Lincoln, DE $74,978 Little Creek, DE $74,284 Magnolia, DE $74,591 Milford, DE $74,978 Marydel, DE $74,005 Millsboro, DE $74,978 Millville, DE $75,478 Milton, DE $74,978

Nassau, DE $74,978 Ocean View, DE $75,478 Rehoboth Beach, DE $75,478 Seaford, DE $74,191 Selbyville, DE $75,478 Smyrna, DE $73,919 Viola, DE $74,591 Woodside, DE $74,377

Bear, DE $73,375 Newark, DE $73,404 Claymont, DE $73,461 Delaware City, DE $73,404 Hockessin, DE $73,461 Kirkwood, DE $73,404 Middletown, DE $73,769 Montchanin, DE $73,461

New Castle, DE $73,461 Odessa, DE $73,869 Port Penn, DE $73,204 Rockland, DE $73,461 Saint Georges, DE $73,404 Townsend, DE $73,761 Winterthur, DE $73,461 Lewes, DE $74,978

Wilmington, DE $73,461 Dover, DE $74,248 Dover Afb, DE $74,420 Bethany Beach, DE $75,478 Bethel, DE $74,191 Bridgeville, DE $74,978 Camden Wyoming, DE $74,327 Cheswold, DE $74,076

Clayton, DE $73,890 Dagsboro, DE $75,478 Delmar, DE $74,191 Ellendale, DE $74,978 Felton, DE $74,978 Fenwick Island, DE $75,478 Frankford, DE $75,478 Frederica, DE $74,978

Georgetown, DE $74,978 Greenwood, DE $74,978 Harbeson, DE $74,978 Harrington, DE $74,978 Hartly, DE $73,854 Houston, DE $74,978 Kenton, DE $73,890 Laurel, DE $74,191

Yorklyn, DE $73,461

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

Understanding how a Fiber 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

$65,360

Average $72,445/year

$79,076

$5,447

Average $6,037/month

$6,590

$1,257

Average $1,393/week

$1,521

$31

Average $35/hour

$38

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$79,076	$6,590	$1,521	$38
Average	$72,445	$6,037	$1,393	$35
25th Percentile	$65,360	$5,447	$1,257	$31

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