What are the main factors that influence a Value 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 Value Engineer?

The Energy & Utilities industry offers the highest average compensation for Value Engineer roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change A Value Engineer's salary?

A Value Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Cost Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $70,813, a Cost Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $86,523, a Value Engineer (4-7 years)earns $108,776, a Cost Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $132,024, a Cost Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $155,570,

What are the highest paying states for a Value Engineer?

Value Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Value Engineer roles are District of Columbia $115,875, California $115,436, Massachusetts $113,897. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Value Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Value Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Director Value Engineering: $202,887; Business Value Consultant: $128,457; Value Stream Manager: $122,544; Customer Value Manager: $111,466; Value Stream Engineer: $108,062.

Value Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Value Engineer make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Value Engineer in Delaware is $105,985 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $51.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $124,564
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $92,586 to $115,710
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $80,387

Compensation Planning

Develop a Job Description

Pay Equity

2026 Compensation Trend

AI-Powered HR

Smart Recruiting

Salary Salary + Bonus Benefits

View as table

Value Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$115,710	$9,643	$2,225	$56
Average	$105,985	$8,832	$2,038	$51
25th Percentile	$92,586	$7,716	$1,781	$45

You may get higher pay by adjusting the following factors:

Change Search Criteria

Check out Value Engineer Job Openings in Delaware

Associate Attorney

Liberty Law Team - MEDIA, PA

Associate Attorney

Koeller Nebeker Carlson & Haluck LLP - PHOENIX, AZ

ULTRASOUND TECH PRN Casual

Memorial Community Hospital and Health System - BLAIR, NE

Nurse Practitioner

Universal Health Corporation - BASTIAN, VA

Search More Value Engineer Jobs in Delaware

Key Factors That Influence Value Engineer Salaries

A Value 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 Value Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Value 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): $70,813
Early Career (1-2 years): $86,523
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $108,776
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $132,024
Expert (over 8 years): $155,570

Levels	Salary
Cost Engi... Level Value Engineer	$70,813
Cost Engi... Level Value Engineer	$86,523
Value Eng... Level Value Engineer	$108,776
Cost Engi... Level Value Engineer	$132,024
Cost Engi... Level Value Engineer	$155,570

View as Graph

What Am I Worth?

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

District of Columbia: $115,875.
California: $115,436.
Massachusetts: $113,897.

District of Columbia $115,875 California $115,436 Massachusetts $113,897 Washington $113,479 New Jersey $113,437 Alaska $113,290 Connecticut $111,846 New York $111,260

Hawaii $109,386 Rhode Island $108,507 Maryland $107,911 Minnesota $107,094 Colorado $106,781 Illinois $106,676 Oregon $106,278 Delaware $105,985

New Hampshire $105,801 Virginia $105,389 Pennsylvania $104,185 Nevada $103,578 North Dakota $103,379 Michigan $103,065 Wisconsin $102,950 Vermont $102,720

Texas $102,081 Maine $102,040 Arizona $101,977 Ohio $101,904 Georgia $100,941 Indiana $100,459 Wyoming $100,365 Utah $100,219

Iowa $100,156 Kansas $99,653 Louisiana $99,507 North Carolina $99,455 Missouri $99,434 Florida $99,026 Montana $98,806 Nebraska $98,596

Kentucky $98,481 South Carolina $98,063 Tennessee $97,801 Idaho $97,696 New Mexico $96,932 Oklahoma $96,765 Alabama $96,147 South Dakota $95,111

Arkansas $94,546 West Virginia $94,243 Mississippi $93,332

Top Paying Cities for Value 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: $105,508
Little Creek: $106,280
Magnolia: $106,127

Lincoln, DE $105,508 Little Creek, DE $106,280 Magnolia, DE $106,127 Milford, DE $105,776 Marydel, DE $105,950 Millsboro, DE $105,065 Millville, DE $105,227 Milton, DE $105,410

Nassau, DE $105,486 Ocean View, DE $105,210 Rehoboth Beach, DE $105,412 Seaford, DE $105,471 Selbyville, DE $105,035 Smyrna, DE $106,354 Viola, DE $105,864 Woodside, DE $106,148

Bear, DE $105,903 Newark, DE $105,864 Claymont, DE $106,080 Delaware City, DE $105,969 Hockessin, DE $105,854 Kirkwood, DE $105,950 Middletown, DE $105,990 Montchanin, DE $105,878

New Castle, DE $105,894 Odessa, DE $106,043 Port Penn, DE $106,114 Rockland, DE $105,889 Saint Georges, DE $105,957 Townsend, DE $106,120 Winterthur, DE $105,901 Lewes, DE $105,450

Wilmington, DE $105,860 Dover, DE $106,280 Dover Afb, DE $105,720 Bethany Beach, DE $105,099 Bethel, DE $105,208 Bridgeville, DE $105,456 Camden Wyoming, DE $105,981 Cheswold, DE $106,246

Clayton, DE $106,249 Dagsboro, DE $105,025 Delmar, DE $104,857 Ellendale, DE $105,175 Felton, DE $105,767 Fenwick Island, DE $105,048 Frankford, DE $104,865 Frederica, DE $105,872

Georgetown, DE $104,986 Greenwood, DE $105,472 Harbeson, DE $105,098 Harrington, DE $105,633 Hartly, DE $105,962 Houston, DE $105,483 Kenton, DE $106,254 Laurel, DE $104,923

Yorklyn, DE $105,886

Value Engineer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Value Engineer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 25% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 10% above the average. In contrast, Value Engineer positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Value Engineer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Value Engineer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities	$116,584	$56.0	10%
Pharmaceuticals	$116,584	$56.0	10%
Healthcare	$114,464	$55.0	8%
Insurance	$113,404	$55.0	7%
Internet	$113,404	$55.0	7%

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

Understanding how a Value 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

$92,586

Average $105,985/year

$115,710

$7,716

Average $8,832/month

$9,643

$1,781

Average $2,038/week

$2,225

$45

Average $51/hour

$56

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$115,710	$9,643	$2,225	$56
Average	$105,985	$8,832	$2,038	$51
25th Percentile	$92,586	$7,716	$1,781	$45

Salaries of jobs related to Value Engineer

Find Your Next Value Engineer Job

Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Value Engineer job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.

For Employees

Get a Salary Increase

Analyze the market and your qualifications to negotiate your salary with confidence.

Search Job Openings

Search thousands of open positions to find your next opportunity.

For Employers

Adjust Employee Salary

Individualize employee pay based on unique job requirements and personal qualifications.

Price My Industry Jobs

Get the latest market price for benchmark jobs and jobs in your industry.

Cost of Living In Delaware

Cost of Living in Delaware is

1.3% Higher

than the National Average

Use Salary.com's Cost of Living Calculator to find out what income you need to maintain your standard of living in a different city and how much more or less money you need to budget for basic expenses.

Explore Cost of Living Calculator

Empower Your Team

Salary.com experts will help you thrive your workplaces.

Find Salary.com Comp Consulting

See Salary Trends in 2025

Salary.com provides salary survey data for thousands of industry Jobs.

Price Your Company Jobs and Make Pay Fair

Where Does Our Salary Data Come From?

Salary.com salary estimates, histograms, trends, and comparisons are derived from both employer job postings and third-party data sources. We also provide multiple percentiles of salary information for your reference, click here to know Why the Salary Midpoint Formula Is Crucial to Getting Pay Equity Right. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Are you an HR manager or compensation specialist?

Salary.com's CompAnalyst platform offers:

Detailed skills and competency reports for specific positions
Job and employee pricing reports
Compensation data tools, salary structures, surveys and benchmarks.

Learn about