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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Field Application Engineer in California is $98,418 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $47.
However, a Field Application Engineer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Field Application Engineer Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $107,704 | $8,975 | $2,071 | $52 |
| Average | $98,418 | $8,201 | $1,893 | $47 |
| 25th Percentile | $88,285 | $7,357 | $1,698 | $42 |
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A Field Application 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.
Experience is a primary driver of a Field Application 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:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Field Eng... Level Field Application Engineer | $84,089 |
| Field App... Level Field Application Engineer | $97,735 |
| Field Eng... Level Field Application Engineer | $112,577 |
| Field Eng... Level Field Application Engineer | $141,764 |
| Field Eng... Level Field Application Engineer | $136,088 |
What Am I Worth?
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 Field Application Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
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:
For Field Application Engineer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Business Services and Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Field Application Engineer positions in Construction or Energy & Utilities typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Field Application Engineer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business Services | $147,627 | $71.0 | 50% |
| Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit | $127,943 | $62.0 | 30% |
| Financial Services | $118,102 | $57.0 | 20% |
| Hospitality & Leisure | $113,181 | $54.0 | 15% |
| MFG Nondurable | $108,260 | $52.0 | 10% |
Understanding how a Field Application 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.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $107,704 | $8,975 | $2,071 | $52 |
| Average | $98,418 | $8,201 | $1,893 | $47 |
| 25th Percentile | $88,285 | $7,357 | $1,698 | $42 |
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