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

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

How does experience change a Distribution Engineer's salary?

A Distribution Engineer's salary grows with experience: starting around $43,853 for beginners, reaching about $44,963 at mid-level, and approach $49,511 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Distribution Engineer?

Distribution Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Distribution Engineer roles are District of Columbia $50,867, California $50,674, Massachusetts $49,998. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Distribution Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Distribution Engineer level roles vary by specialization: VP of Distribution: $211,171; Distribution Director: $183,070; Electric Distribution Engineer: $100,168; Electrical Distribution Engineer: $98,086; Distribution Manager: $89,208.

Distribution Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Distribution Engineer make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Distribution Engineer in Delaware is $46,525 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $22.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $58,278
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $41,559 to $52,677
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $37,037

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Distribution Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$52,677	$4,390	$1,013	$25
Average	$46,525	$3,877	$895	$22
25th Percentile	$41,559	$3,463	$799	$20

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Key Factors That Influence Distribution Engineer Salaries

A Distribution 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 Distribution Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Distribution 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): $43,853
Early Career (1-2 years): $44,223
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $44,963
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $47,882
Expert (over 8 years): $49,511

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Distribution Engineer	$43,853
Intermediate Level Distribution Engineer	$44,223
Senior Level Distribution Engineer	$44,963
Specialist Level Distribution Engineer	$47,882
Expert Level Distribution Engineer	$49,511

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

District of Columbia: $50,867.
California: $50,674.
Massachusetts: $49,998.

District of Columbia $50,867 California $50,674 Massachusetts $49,998 Washington $49,814 New Jersey $49,796 Alaska $49,732 Connecticut $49,098 New York $48,841

Hawaii $48,018 Rhode Island $47,632 Maryland $47,370 Minnesota $47,012 Colorado $46,874 Illinois $46,828 Oregon $46,654 Delaware $46,525

New Hampshire $46,444 Virginia $46,263 Pennsylvania $45,735 Nevada $45,468 North Dakota $45,381 Michigan $45,243 Wisconsin $45,193 Vermont $45,092

Texas $44,811 Maine $44,793 Arizona $44,765 Ohio $44,733 Georgia $44,311 Indiana $44,099 Wyoming $44,058 Utah $43,994

Iowa $43,966 Kansas $43,746 Louisiana $43,681 North Carolina $43,658 Missouri $43,649 Florida $43,470 Montana $43,373 Nebraska $43,282

Kentucky $43,231 South Carolina $43,047 Tennessee $42,932 Idaho $42,886 New Mexico $42,551 Oklahoma $42,478 Alabama $42,207 South Dakota $41,752

Arkansas $41,504 West Virginia $41,370 Mississippi $40,971

Top Paying Cities for Distribution 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: $48,151
Little Creek: $47,706
Magnolia: $47,903

Lincoln, DE $48,151 Little Creek, DE $47,706 Magnolia, DE $47,903 Milford, DE $48,151 Marydel, DE $47,527 Millsboro, DE $48,151 Millville, DE $48,473 Milton, DE $48,151

Nassau, DE $48,151 Ocean View, DE $48,473 Rehoboth Beach, DE $48,473 Seaford, DE $47,646 Selbyville, DE $48,473 Smyrna, DE $47,471 Viola, DE $47,903 Woodside, DE $47,765

Bear, DE $47,122 Newark, DE $47,141 Claymont, DE $47,177 Delaware City, DE $47,141 Hockessin, DE $47,177 Kirkwood, DE $47,141 Middletown, DE $47,375 Montchanin, DE $47,177

New Castle, DE $47,177 Odessa, DE $47,439 Port Penn, DE $47,012 Rockland, DE $47,177 Saint Georges, DE $47,141 Townsend, DE $47,370 Winterthur, DE $47,177 Lewes, DE $48,151

Wilmington, DE $47,177 Dover, DE $47,683 Dover Afb, DE $47,793 Bethany Beach, DE $48,473 Bethel, DE $47,646 Bridgeville, DE $48,151 Camden Wyoming, DE $47,733 Cheswold, DE $47,573

Clayton, DE $47,453 Dagsboro, DE $48,473 Delmar, DE $47,646 Ellendale, DE $48,151 Felton, DE $48,151 Fenwick Island, DE $48,473 Frankford, DE $48,473 Frederica, DE $48,151

Georgetown, DE $48,151 Greenwood, DE $48,151 Harbeson, DE $48,151 Harrington, DE $48,151 Hartly, DE $47,430 Houston, DE $48,151 Kenton, DE $47,453 Laurel, DE $47,646

Yorklyn, DE $47,177

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

Understanding how a Distribution 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 January 01, 2026

$41,559

Average $46,525/year

$52,677

$3,463

Average $3,877/month

$4,390

$799

Average $895/week

$1,013

$20

Average $22/hour

$25

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$52,677	$4,390	$1,013	$25
Average	$46,525	$3,877	$895	$22
25th Percentile	$41,559	$3,463	$799	$20

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