What are the main factors that influence a Waste Management 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 Waste Management Engineer?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Waste Management Engineer roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change A Waste Management Engineer's salary?

A Waste Management Engineer's salary grows with experience: starting around $41,532 for beginners, reaching about $42,323 at mid-level, and approach $43,693 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Waste Management Engineer?

Waste Management Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Waste Management Engineer roles are District of Columbia $45,912, California $45,738, Massachusetts $45,128. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Waste Management Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Waste Management Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Waste Management Consultant: $124,682; Manager of Waste Management: $117,790; Waste Management Manager: $115,589; Solid Waste Management: $114,020; Waste Management Operator: $110,481.

Waste Management Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Waste Management Engineer make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Waste Management Engineer in Delaware is $41,994 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $20.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $46,905
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $37,245 to $44,564
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $32,922

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Waste Management Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$44,564	$3,714	$857	$21
Average	$41,994	$3,499	$808	$20
25th Percentile	$37,245	$3,104	$716	$18

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Key Factors That Influence Waste Management Engineer Salaries

A Waste Management 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 Waste Management Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Waste Management 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): $41,532
Early Career (1-2 years): $41,862
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $42,323
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $43,047
Expert (over 8 years): $43,693

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Waste Management Engineer	$41,532
Intermediate Level Waste Management Engineer	$41,862
Senior Level Waste Management Engineer	$42,323
Specialist Level Waste Management Engineer	$43,047
Expert Level Waste Management Engineer	$43,693

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

District of Columbia: $45,912.
California: $45,738.
Massachusetts: $45,128.

District of Columbia $45,912 California $45,738 Massachusetts $45,128 Washington $44,963 New Jersey $44,946 Alaska $44,888 Connecticut $44,316 New York $44,083

Hawaii $43,341 Rhode Island $42,993 Maryland $42,757 Minnesota $42,433 Colorado $42,309 Illinois $42,267 Oregon $42,110 Delaware $41,994

New Hampshire $41,921 Virginia $41,757 Pennsylvania $41,280 Nevada $41,040 North Dakota $40,961 Michigan $40,837 Wisconsin $40,791 Vermont $40,700

Texas $40,447 Maine $40,430 Arizona $40,405 Ohio $40,376 Georgia $39,995 Indiana $39,804 Wyoming $39,767 Utah $39,709

Iowa $39,684 Kansas $39,485 Louisiana $39,427 North Carolina $39,406 Missouri $39,398 Florida $39,236 Montana $39,149 Nebraska $39,066

Kentucky $39,020 South Carolina $38,854 Tennessee $38,751 Idaho $38,709 New Mexico $38,407 Oklahoma $38,340 Alabama $38,096 South Dakota $37,685

Arkansas $37,461 West Virginia $37,341 Mississippi $36,980

Top Paying Cities for Waste Management 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: $41,804
Little Creek: $42,110
Magnolia: $42,050

Lincoln, DE $41,804 Little Creek, DE $42,110 Magnolia, DE $42,050 Milford, DE $41,911 Marydel, DE $41,979 Millsboro, DE $41,629 Millville, DE $41,693 Milton, DE $41,765

Nassau, DE $41,796 Ocean View, DE $41,686 Rehoboth Beach, DE $41,766 Seaford, DE $41,790 Selbyville, DE $41,617 Smyrna, DE $42,139 Viola, DE $41,945 Woodside, DE $42,058

Bear, DE $41,961 Newark, DE $41,945 Claymont, DE $42,031 Delaware City, DE $41,987 Hockessin, DE $41,942 Kirkwood, DE $41,979 Middletown, DE $41,996 Montchanin, DE $41,951

New Castle, DE $41,957 Odessa, DE $42,016 Port Penn, DE $42,045 Rockland, DE $41,955 Saint Georges, DE $41,982 Townsend, DE $42,047 Winterthur, DE $41,960 Lewes, DE $41,782

Wilmington, DE $41,944 Dover, DE $42,110 Dover Afb, DE $41,889 Bethany Beach, DE $41,642 Bethel, DE $41,685 Bridgeville, DE $41,784 Camden Wyoming, DE $41,992 Cheswold, DE $42,097

Clayton, DE $42,098 Dagsboro, DE $41,613 Delmar, DE $41,547 Ellendale, DE $41,673 Felton, DE $41,907 Fenwick Island, DE $41,622 Frankford, DE $41,550 Frederica, DE $41,949

Georgetown, DE $41,598 Greenwood, DE $41,790 Harbeson, DE $41,642 Harrington, DE $41,854 Hartly, DE $41,984 Houston, DE $41,794 Kenton, DE $42,100 Laurel, DE $41,573

Yorklyn, DE $41,954

Waste Management Engineer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Waste Management Engineer roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, Waste Management Engineer positions in Edu., Government & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Waste Management Engineer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Waste Management Engineer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$46,193	$22.0	10%

Waste Management Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Waste Management 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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$37,245

Average $41,994/year

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$3,104

Average $3,499/month

$3,714

$716

Average $808/week

$857

$18

Average $20/hour

$21

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$44,564	$3,714	$857	$21
Average	$41,994	$3,499	$808	$20
25th Percentile	$37,245	$3,104	$716	$18

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