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

A Phd Engineer's salary grows with experience: an Expatriate Administrator I (0-2 years)earns $76,346, an Expatriate Administrator II (2-4 years)earns $90,862, an Phd Engineer (4-7 years)earns $105,162, an Expatriate Administrator IV (7+ years)earns $133,301, an Expatriate Administration Supervisor (7+ years)earns $121,956,

What are the highest paying states for a Phd Engineer?

Phd Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Phd Engineer roles are District of Columbia $111,526, California $111,103, Massachusetts $109,622. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Phd Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Phd Engineer level roles vary by specialization: phd psychologist: $147,728; Economist Phd: $124,531; Phd In Finance: $106,925; Phd Engineering: $100,444; physics phd: $100,131.

Phd Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Phd Engineer make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Phd Engineer in Delaware is $102,007 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $49.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $126,557
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $86,865 to $114,857
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $73,080

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Phd Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$114,857	$9,571	$2,209	$55
Average	$102,007	$8,501	$1,962	$49
25th Percentile	$86,865	$7,239	$1,670	$42

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Key Factors That Influence Phd Engineer Salaries

A Phd 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 Phd Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Phd 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): $76,346
Early Career (1-2 years): $90,862
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $105,162
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $133,301
Expert (over 8 years): $121,956

Levels	Salary
Expatriat... Level Phd Engineer	$76,346
Expatriat... Level Phd Engineer	$90,862
Phd Engin... Level Phd Engineer	$105,162
Expatriat... Level Phd Engineer	$133,301
Expatriat... Level Phd Engineer	$121,956

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

District of Columbia: $111,526.
California: $111,103.
Massachusetts: $109,622.

District of Columbia $111,526 California $111,103 Massachusetts $109,622 Washington $109,219 New Jersey $109,179 Alaska $109,038 Connecticut $107,648 New York $107,084

Hawaii $105,281 Rhode Island $104,435 Maryland $103,861 Minnesota $103,075 Colorado $102,773 Illinois $102,672 Oregon $102,289 Delaware $102,007

New Hampshire $101,830 Virginia $101,433 Pennsylvania $100,275 Nevada $99,691 North Dakota $99,499 Michigan $99,197 Wisconsin $99,086 Vermont $98,865

Texas $98,250 Maine $98,210 Arizona $98,149 Ohio $98,079 Georgia $97,152 Indiana $96,689 Wyoming $96,598 Utah $96,457

Iowa $96,397 Kansas $95,913 Louisiana $95,772 North Carolina $95,722 Missouri $95,702 Florida $95,309 Montana $95,097 Nebraska $94,896

Kentucky $94,785 South Carolina $94,382 Tennessee $94,130 Idaho $94,030 New Mexico $93,294 Oklahoma $93,133 Alabama $92,539 South Dakota $91,542

Arkansas $90,998 West Virginia $90,706 Mississippi $89,829

Top Paying Cities for Phd 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: $101,548
Little Creek: $102,291
Magnolia: $102,144

Lincoln, DE $101,548 Little Creek, DE $102,291 Magnolia, DE $102,144 Milford, DE $101,806 Marydel, DE $101,973 Millsboro, DE $101,122 Millville, DE $101,278 Milton, DE $101,453

Nassau, DE $101,527 Ocean View, DE $101,261 Rehoboth Beach, DE $101,455 Seaford, DE $101,513 Selbyville, DE $101,093 Smyrna, DE $102,362 Viola, DE $101,890 Woodside, DE $102,164

Bear, DE $101,929 Newark, DE $101,890 Claymont, DE $102,099 Delaware City, DE $101,992 Hockessin, DE $101,881 Kirkwood, DE $101,973 Middletown, DE $102,012 Montchanin, DE $101,905

New Castle, DE $101,920 Odessa, DE $102,063 Port Penn, DE $102,131 Rockland, DE $101,915 Saint Georges, DE $101,980 Townsend, DE $102,137 Winterthur, DE $101,927 Lewes, DE $101,493

Wilmington, DE $101,886 Dover, DE $102,291 Dover Afb, DE $101,752 Bethany Beach, DE $101,154 Bethel, DE $101,259 Bridgeville, DE $101,498 Camden Wyoming, DE $102,003 Cheswold, DE $102,258

Clayton, DE $102,261 Dagsboro, DE $101,084 Delmar, DE $100,921 Ellendale, DE $101,228 Felton, DE $101,798 Fenwick Island, DE $101,106 Frankford, DE $100,929 Frederica, DE $101,898

Georgetown, DE $101,045 Greenwood, DE $101,514 Harbeson, DE $101,153 Harrington, DE $101,669 Hartly, DE $101,985 Houston, DE $101,524 Kenton, DE $102,266 Laurel, DE $100,985

Yorklyn, DE $101,912

Phd Engineer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Phd Engineer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Healthcare and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Phd Engineer positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Financial Services typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Phd Engineer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Phd Engineer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$132,609	$64.0	30%
Aerospace & Defense	$122,409	$59.0	20%
Energy & Utilities	$117,308	$56.0	15%
Telecom	$117,308	$56.0	15%
Business Services	$112,208	$54.0	10%

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

Understanding how a Phd 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.

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$86,865

Average $102,007/year

$114,857

$7,239

Average $8,501/month

$9,571

$1,670

Average $1,962/week

$2,209

$42

Average $49/hour

$55

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$114,857	$9,571	$2,209	$55
Average	$102,007	$8,501	$1,962	$49
25th Percentile	$86,865	$7,239	$1,670	$42

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