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

A Hydraulics Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Hydraulics Engineer (0-1 years)earns $55,294, a Hydraulic Technician, Sr. (1-3 years)earns $66,146, a Resident Field Technician (3-5 years)earns $75,067,

What are the highest paying states for a Hydraulics Engineer?

Hydraulics Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Hydraulics Engineer roles are District of Columbia $58,765, California $58,542, Massachusetts $57,762. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Hydraulics Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Hydraulics Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Engineer VI: $187,053; Ceramics Engineer: $90,415; Localization Engineer: $84,128; Locomotive Engineer: $80,954; Engineer I: $79,670.

Hydraulics Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Hydraulics Engineer make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Hydraulics Engineer in Delaware is $53,749 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $26.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $67,094
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $46,335 to $60,734
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $39,586

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Hydraulics Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$60,734	$5,061	$1,168	$29
Average	$53,749	$4,479	$1,034	$26
25th Percentile	$46,335	$3,861	$891	$22

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Key Factors That Influence Hydraulics Engineer Salaries

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

District of Columbia: $58,765.
California: $58,542.
Massachusetts: $57,762.

District of Columbia $58,765 California $58,542 Massachusetts $57,762 Washington $57,549 New Jersey $57,528 Alaska $57,454 Connecticut $56,721 New York $56,424

Hawaii $55,474 Rhode Island $55,028 Maryland $54,726 Minnesota $54,312 Colorado $54,152 Illinois $54,099 Oregon $53,898 Delaware $53,749

New Hampshire $53,656 Virginia $53,447 Pennsylvania $52,836 Nevada $52,528 North Dakota $52,427 Michigan $52,268 Wisconsin $52,210 Vermont $52,093

Texas $51,769 Maine $51,748 Arizona $51,716 Ohio $51,679 Georgia $51,191 Indiana $50,947 Wyoming $50,899 Utah $50,825

Iowa $50,793 Kansas $50,538 Louisiana $50,464 North Carolina $50,437 Missouri $50,427 Florida $50,220 Montana $50,108 Nebraska $50,002

Kentucky $49,944 South Carolina $49,731 Tennessee $49,599 Idaho $49,546 New Mexico $49,158 Oklahoma $49,073 Alabama $48,760 South Dakota $48,235

Arkansas $47,948 West Virginia $47,794 Mississippi $47,332

Top Paying Cities for Hydraulics 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: $53,507
Little Creek: $53,899
Magnolia: $53,821

Lincoln, DE $53,507 Little Creek, DE $53,899 Magnolia, DE $53,821 Milford, DE $53,643 Marydel, DE $53,731 Millsboro, DE $53,283 Millville, DE $53,365 Milton, DE $53,457

Nassau, DE $53,496 Ocean View, DE $53,356 Rehoboth Beach, DE $53,458 Seaford, DE $53,488 Selbyville, DE $53,267 Smyrna, DE $53,936 Viola, DE $53,687 Woodside, DE $53,832

Bear, DE $53,708 Newark, DE $53,687 Claymont, DE $53,797 Delaware City, DE $53,741 Hockessin, DE $53,683 Kirkwood, DE $53,731 Middletown, DE $53,752 Montchanin, DE $53,695

New Castle, DE $53,703 Odessa, DE $53,778 Port Penn, DE $53,814 Rockland, DE $53,700 Saint Georges, DE $53,735 Townsend, DE $53,818 Winterthur, DE $53,707 Lewes, DE $53,478

Wilmington, DE $53,685 Dover, DE $53,899 Dover Afb, DE $53,615 Bethany Beach, DE $53,300 Bethel, DE $53,355 Bridgeville, DE $53,480 Camden Wyoming, DE $53,747 Cheswold, DE $53,881

Clayton, DE $53,883 Dagsboro, DE $53,262 Delmar, DE $53,177 Ellendale, DE $53,338 Felton, DE $53,639 Fenwick Island, DE $53,274 Frankford, DE $53,181 Frederica, DE $53,692

Georgetown, DE $53,242 Greenwood, DE $53,489 Harbeson, DE $53,299 Harrington, DE $53,571 Hartly, DE $53,737 Houston, DE $53,494 Kenton, DE $53,885 Laurel, DE $53,210

Yorklyn, DE $53,699

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

Understanding how a Hydraulics 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 May 01, 2026

$46,335

Average $53,749/year

$60,734

$3,861

Average $4,479/month

$5,061

$891

Average $1,034/week

$1,168

$22

Average $26/hour

$29

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$60,734	$5,061	$1,168	$29
Average	$53,749	$4,479	$1,034	$26
25th Percentile	$46,335	$3,861	$891	$22

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