What are the main factors that influence an Applications Engineer's salary?

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

How does experience change An Applications Engineer's salary?

An Applications Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Applications Engineer (0-2 years)earns $76,067, a Technical Solution Consultant II (2-4 years)earns $98,066, a Technical Solution Consultant III (4-7 years)earns $107,662, a Technical Solution Consultant IV (7+ years)earns $136,606, a Technical Solution Consultant V (7-10 years)earns $154,536,

What are the highest paying states for an Applications Engineer?

Applications Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Applications Engineer roles are District of Columbia $83,759, California $83,442, Massachusetts $82,330. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Applications Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Applications Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Applications Engineer III: $110,158; Advanced Applications Engineer: $105,803; Field Applications Engineer: $94,406; Mechanical Applications Engineer: $91,469; Applications Engineer Intern: $79,475.

Applications Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does an Applications Engineer make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for an Applications Engineer in Delaware is $76,610 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $37.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $90,738
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $70,198 to $84,005
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $64,359

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Applications Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$84,005	$7,000	$1,615	$40
Average	$76,610	$6,384	$1,473	$37
25th Percentile	$70,198	$5,850	$1,350	$34

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Key Factors That Influence Applications Engineer Salaries

An Applications 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 Applications Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Applications 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): $76,067
Early Career (1-2 years): $98,066
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $107,662
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $136,606
Expert (over 8 years): $154,536

Levels	Salary
Applicati... Level Applications Engineer	$76,067
Technical... Level Applications Engineer	$98,066
Technical... Level Applications Engineer	$107,662
Technical... Level Applications Engineer	$136,606
Technical... Level Applications Engineer	$154,536

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

District of Columbia: $83,759.
California: $83,442.
Massachusetts: $82,330.

District of Columbia $83,759 California $83,442 Massachusetts $82,330 Washington $82,027 New Jersey $81,997 Alaska $81,891 Connecticut $80,847 New York $80,423

Hawaii $79,069 Rhode Island $78,434 Maryland $78,002 Minnesota $77,412 Colorado $77,185 Illinois $77,110 Oregon $76,822 Delaware $76,610

New Hampshire $76,477 Virginia $76,179 Pennsylvania $75,309 Nevada $74,871 North Dakota $74,727 Michigan $74,500 Wisconsin $74,417 Vermont $74,250

Texas $73,789 Maine $73,758 Arizona $73,713 Ohio $73,660 Georgia $72,964 Indiana $72,616 Wyoming $72,548 Utah $72,442

Iowa $72,397 Kansas $72,034 Louisiana $71,928 North Carolina $71,890 Missouri $71,875 Florida $71,580 Montana $71,421 Nebraska $71,270

Kentucky $71,186 South Carolina $70,884 Tennessee $70,695 Idaho $70,619 New Mexico $70,067 Oklahoma $69,946 Alabama $69,499 South Dakota $68,750

Arkansas $68,342 West Virginia $68,123 Mississippi $67,464

Top Paying Cities for Applications 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: $76,265
Little Creek: $76,824
Magnolia: $76,713

Lincoln, DE $76,265 Little Creek, DE $76,824 Magnolia, DE $76,713 Milford, DE $76,459 Marydel, DE $76,585 Millsboro, DE $75,945 Millville, DE $76,063 Milton, DE $76,194

Nassau, DE $76,250 Ocean View, DE $76,050 Rehoboth Beach, DE $76,196 Seaford, DE $76,239 Selbyville, DE $75,924 Smyrna, DE $76,877 Viola, DE $76,523 Woodside, DE $76,728

Bear, DE $76,551 Newark, DE $76,523 Claymont, DE $76,679 Delaware City, DE $76,599 Hockessin, DE $76,516 Kirkwood, DE $76,585 Middletown, DE $76,614 Montchanin, DE $76,533

New Castle, DE $76,545 Odessa, DE $76,652 Port Penn, DE $76,704 Rockland, DE $76,541 Saint Georges, DE $76,590 Townsend, DE $76,708 Winterthur, DE $76,550 Lewes, DE $76,224

Wilmington, DE $76,520 Dover, DE $76,824 Dover Afb, DE $76,419 Bethany Beach, DE $75,970 Bethel, DE $76,048 Bridgeville, DE $76,228 Camden Wyoming, DE $76,607 Cheswold, DE $76,799

Clayton, DE $76,801 Dagsboro, DE $75,917 Delmar, DE $75,795 Ellendale, DE $76,025 Felton, DE $76,453 Fenwick Island, DE $75,933 Frankford, DE $75,801 Frederica, DE $76,529

Georgetown, DE $75,888 Greenwood, DE $76,240 Harbeson, DE $75,969 Harrington, DE $76,356 Hartly, DE $76,594 Houston, DE $76,247 Kenton, DE $76,805 Laurel, DE $75,843

Yorklyn, DE $76,539

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

Understanding how an Applications 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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$70,198

Average $76,610/year

$84,005

$5,850

Average $6,384/month

$7,000

$1,350

Average $1,473/week

$1,615

$34

Average $37/hour

$40

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$84,005	$7,000	$1,615	$40
Average	$76,610	$6,384	$1,473	$37
25th Percentile	$70,198	$5,850	$1,350	$34

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