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

An Electrical Test Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Electrical Test Engineer (0-2 years)earns $71,791, a Test Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $80,766, a Test Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $113,189, a Test Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $136,596, a Test Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $149,157,

What are the highest paying states for an Electrical Test Engineer?

Electrical Test Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Electrical Test Engineer roles are District of Columbia $78,907, California $78,608, Massachusetts $77,560. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Electrical Test Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Electrical Test Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Electrical Test Engineer V: $166,853; Electrical Test Engineer IV: $143,803; Electrical Engineer IV: $143,789; Senior Electrical Test Engineer: $122,251; Electrical Test Engineer III: $120,790.

Electrical Test Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does an Electrical Test Engineer make in Delaware?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for an Electrical Test Engineer in Delaware is $72,172 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $35.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $82,072
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $67,156 to $77,354
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $62,590

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Electrical Test Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$77,354	$6,446	$1,488	$37
Average	$72,172	$6,014	$1,388	$35
25th Percentile	$67,156	$5,596	$1,291	$32

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Key Factors That Influence Electrical Test Engineer Salaries

An Electrical Test 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 Electrical Test Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Electrical Test 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): $71,791
Early Career (1-2 years): $80,766
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $113,189
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $136,596
Expert (over 8 years): $149,157

Levels	Salary
Electrica... Level Electrical Test Engineer	$71,791
Test Engi... Level Electrical Test Engineer	$80,766
Test Engi... Level Electrical Test Engineer	$113,189
Test Engi... Level Electrical Test Engineer	$136,596
Test Engi... Level Electrical Test Engineer	$149,157

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

District of Columbia: $78,907.
California: $78,608.
Massachusetts: $77,560.

District of Columbia $78,907 California $78,608 Massachusetts $77,560 Washington $77,275 New Jersey $77,247 Alaska $77,147 Connecticut $76,163 New York $75,764

Hawaii $74,488 Rhode Island $73,890 Maryland $73,484 Minnesota $72,928 Colorado $72,714 Illinois $72,643 Oregon $72,372 Delaware $72,172

New Hampshire $72,047 Virginia $71,766 Pennsylvania $70,946 Nevada $70,533 North Dakota $70,398 Michigan $70,184 Wisconsin $70,106 Vermont $69,949

Texas $69,514 Maine $69,486 Arizona $69,443 Ohio $69,393 Georgia $68,737 Indiana $68,409 Wyoming $68,345 Utah $68,245

Iowa $68,203 Kansas $67,861 Louisiana $67,761 North Carolina $67,725 Missouri $67,711 Florida $67,433 Montana $67,283 Nebraska $67,141

Kentucky $67,062 South Carolina $66,777 Tennessee $66,599 Idaho $66,528 New Mexico $66,008 Oklahoma $65,894 Alabama $65,473 South Dakota $64,768

Arkansas $64,383 West Virginia $64,176 Mississippi $63,556

Top Paying Cities for Electrical Test 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: $74,695
Little Creek: $74,004
Magnolia: $74,310

Lincoln, DE $74,695 Little Creek, DE $74,004 Magnolia, DE $74,310 Milford, DE $74,695 Marydel, DE $73,726 Millsboro, DE $74,695 Millville, DE $75,194 Milton, DE $74,695

Nassau, DE $74,695 Ocean View, DE $75,194 Rehoboth Beach, DE $75,194 Seaford, DE $73,911 Selbyville, DE $75,194 Smyrna, DE $73,640 Viola, DE $74,310 Woodside, DE $74,097

Bear, DE $73,099 Newark, DE $73,127 Claymont, DE $73,184 Delaware City, DE $73,127 Hockessin, DE $73,184 Kirkwood, DE $73,127 Middletown, DE $73,491 Montchanin, DE $73,184

New Castle, DE $73,184 Odessa, DE $73,591 Port Penn, DE $72,928 Rockland, DE $73,184 Saint Georges, DE $73,127 Townsend, DE $73,484 Winterthur, DE $73,184 Lewes, DE $74,695

Wilmington, DE $73,184 Dover, DE $73,968 Dover Afb, DE $74,139 Bethany Beach, DE $75,194 Bethel, DE $73,911 Bridgeville, DE $74,695 Camden Wyoming, DE $74,047 Cheswold, DE $73,797

Clayton, DE $73,612 Dagsboro, DE $75,194 Delmar, DE $73,911 Ellendale, DE $74,695 Felton, DE $74,695 Fenwick Island, DE $75,194 Frankford, DE $75,194 Frederica, DE $74,695

Georgetown, DE $74,695 Greenwood, DE $74,695 Harbeson, DE $74,695 Harrington, DE $74,695 Hartly, DE $73,576 Houston, DE $74,695 Kenton, DE $73,612 Laurel, DE $73,911

Yorklyn, DE $73,184

Electrical Test Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Electrical Test 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 February 01, 2026

$67,156

Average $72,172/year

$77,354

$5,596

Average $6,014/month

$6,446

$1,291

Average $1,388/week

$1,488

$32

Average $35/hour

$37

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$77,354	$6,446	$1,488	$37
Average	$72,172	$6,014	$1,388	$35
25th Percentile	$67,156	$5,596	$1,291	$32

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