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

An Assistant Engineer's salary grows with experience: an Engineering Aide I (0-1 years)earns $59,684, an Assistant Engineer (1-3 years)earns $66,943, an Engineering Aide III (3-5 years)earns $81,108,

What are the highest paying states for an Assistant Engineer?

Assistant Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Assistant Engineer roles are District of Columbia $67,535, California $67,279, Massachusetts $66,383. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Assistant Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Assistant Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Assistant Chief Engineer: $298,229; Assistant Electrical Engineer: $118,438; Assistant Research Engineer: $102,138; Assistant Town Engineer: $91,984; Assistant Optical Engineer: $89,923.

Assistant Engineer Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an Assistant Engineer make in District of Columbia?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant Engineer in District of Columbia is $67,535 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $32.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $82,933
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $59,983 to $75,595
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $53,107

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Assistant Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$75,595	$6,300	$1,454	$36
Average	$67,535	$5,628	$1,299	$32
25th Percentile	$59,983	$4,999	$1,154	$29

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Key Factors That Influence Assistant Engineer Salaries

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

District of Columbia: $67,535.
California: $67,279.
Massachusetts: $66,383.

District of Columbia $67,535 California $67,279 Massachusetts $66,383 Washington $66,139 New Jersey $66,114 Alaska $66,029 Connecticut $65,187 New York $64,845

Hawaii $63,754 Rhode Island $63,241 Maryland $62,894 Minnesota $62,418 Colorado $62,235 Illinois $62,174 Oregon $61,942 Delaware $61,771

New Hampshire $61,664 Virginia $61,424 Pennsylvania $60,722 Nevada $60,368 North Dakota $60,252 Michigan $60,069 Wisconsin $60,002 Vermont $59,868

Texas $59,496 Maine $59,472 Arizona $59,435 Ohio $59,392 Georgia $58,831 Indiana $58,551 Wyoming $58,496 Utah $58,410

Iowa $58,374 Kansas $58,081 Louisiana $57,996 North Carolina $57,965 Missouri $57,953 Florida $57,715 Montana $57,587 Nebraska $57,465

Kentucky $57,398 South Carolina $57,154 Tennessee $57,001 Idaho $56,940 New Mexico $56,495 Oklahoma $56,397 Alabama $56,038 South Dakota $55,434

Arkansas $55,104 West Virginia $54,927 Mississippi $54,397

Top Paying Cities for Assistant 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:

Parcel Return Service: $67,535
Washington: $67,535
Naval Anacost Annex: $67,535

Parcel Return Service, DC $67,535 Washington, DC $67,535 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $67,535 Washington Navy Yard, DC $67,535

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

Understanding how an Assistant 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 April 01, 2026

$59,983

Average $67,535/year

$75,595

$4,999

Average $5,628/month

$6,300

$1,154

Average $1,299/week

$1,454

$29

Average $32/hour

$36

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$75,595	$6,300	$1,454	$36
Average	$67,535	$5,628	$1,299	$32
25th Percentile	$59,983	$4,999	$1,154	$29

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