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

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Sensor Engineer?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Sensor Engineer roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Sensor Engineer's salary?

A Sensor Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Warehouse Supervisor (4+ years)earns $64,494, a Warehouse Senior Supervisor (3-5 years)earns $80,172, a Sensor Engineer (5+ years)earns $92,998, a Warehouse Senior Manager (5+ years)earns $122,670, a Warehouse Management Director (5+ years)earns $159,794,

What are the highest paying states for a Sensor Engineer?

Sensor Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Sensor Engineer roles are District of Columbia $99,464, California $99,086, Massachusetts $97,766. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Sensor Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Sensor Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Image Sensor Characterization Engineer: $137,672; Localization Engineer: $84,125; Locomotive Engineer: $81,237; Airport Engineer: $73,044; Ship Engineer: $65,140.

Sensor Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Sensor Engineer make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Sensor Engineer in Delaware is $90,974 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $44.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $112,280
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $81,263 to $102,127
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $72,421

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Sensor Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$102,127	$8,511	$1,964	$49
Average	$90,974	$7,581	$1,750	$44
25th Percentile	$81,263	$6,772	$1,563	$39

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Key Factors That Influence Sensor Engineer Salaries

A Sensor 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 Sensor Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Sensor 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): $64,494
Early Career (1-2 years): $80,172
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $92,998
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $122,670
Expert (over 8 years): $159,794

Levels	Salary
Warehouse... Level Sensor Engineer	$64,494
Warehouse... Level Sensor Engineer	$80,172
Sensor En... Level Sensor Engineer	$92,998
Warehouse... Level Sensor Engineer	$122,670
Warehouse... Level Sensor Engineer	$159,794

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

District of Columbia: $99,464.
California: $99,086.
Massachusetts: $97,766.

District of Columbia $99,464 California $99,086 Massachusetts $97,766 Washington $97,406 New Jersey $97,371 Alaska $97,245 Connecticut $96,005 New York $95,502

Hawaii $93,894 Rhode Island $93,139 Maryland $92,627 Minnesota $91,927 Colorado $91,657 Illinois $91,567 Oregon $91,226 Delaware $90,974

New Hampshire $90,816 Virginia $90,462 Pennsylvania $89,429 Nevada $88,908 North Dakota $88,738 Michigan $88,468 Wisconsin $88,369 Vermont $88,172

Texas $87,624 Maine $87,588 Arizona $87,534 Ohio $87,471 Georgia $86,644 Indiana $86,231 Wyoming $86,150 Utah $86,025

Iowa $85,971 Kansas $85,539 Louisiana $85,414 North Carolina $85,369 Missouri $85,351 Florida $85,000 Montana $84,812 Nebraska $84,632

Kentucky $84,533 South Carolina $84,174 Tennessee $83,949 Idaho $83,860 New Mexico $83,204 Oklahoma $83,060 Alabama $82,530 South Dakota $81,641

Arkansas $81,156 West Virginia $80,895 Mississippi $80,114

Top Paying Cities for Sensor 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: $90,565
Little Creek: $91,228
Magnolia: $91,097

Lincoln, DE $90,565 Little Creek, DE $91,228 Magnolia, DE $91,097 Milford, DE $90,795 Marydel, DE $90,944 Millsboro, DE $90,185 Millville, DE $90,324 Milton, DE $90,480

Nassau, DE $90,546 Ocean View, DE $90,309 Rehoboth Beach, DE $90,482 Seaford, DE $90,533 Selbyville, DE $90,159 Smyrna, DE $91,291 Viola, DE $90,870 Woodside, DE $91,115

Bear, DE $90,904 Newark, DE $90,870 Claymont, DE $91,056 Delaware City, DE $90,961 Hockessin, DE $90,862 Kirkwood, DE $90,944 Middletown, DE $90,979 Montchanin, DE $90,883

New Castle, DE $90,896 Odessa, DE $91,024 Port Penn, DE $91,085 Rockland, DE $90,892 Saint Georges, DE $90,950 Townsend, DE $91,090 Winterthur, DE $90,903 Lewes, DE $90,515

Wilmington, DE $90,867 Dover, DE $91,228 Dover Afb, DE $90,747 Bethany Beach, DE $90,213 Bethel, DE $90,307 Bridgeville, DE $90,520 Camden Wyoming, DE $90,971 Cheswold, DE $91,198

Clayton, DE $91,201 Dagsboro, DE $90,151 Delmar, DE $90,006 Ellendale, DE $90,279 Felton, DE $90,788 Fenwick Island, DE $90,170 Frankford, DE $90,013 Frederica, DE $90,877

Georgetown, DE $90,116 Greenwood, DE $90,534 Harbeson, DE $90,213 Harrington, DE $90,673 Hartly, DE $90,955 Houston, DE $90,543 Kenton, DE $91,205 Laurel, DE $90,063

Yorklyn, DE $90,889

Sensor Engineer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Sensor Engineer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Sensor Engineer positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Sensor Engineer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Sensor Engineer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$109,169	$52.0	20%
Financial Services	$109,169	$52.0	20%
Pharmaceuticals	$109,169	$52.0	20%
Software & Networking	$104,621	$50.0	15%
Aerospace & Defense	$95,523	$46.0	5%

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

Understanding how a Sensor 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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$81,263

Average $90,974/year

$102,127

$6,772

Average $7,581/month

$8,511

$1,563

Average $1,750/week

$1,964

$39

Average $44/hour

$49

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$102,127	$8,511	$1,964	$49
Average	$90,974	$7,581	$1,750	$44
25th Percentile	$81,263	$6,772	$1,563	$39

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