What are the main factors that influence a Field 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 A Field Applications Engineer's salary?

A Field Applications Engineer's salary grows with experience: an Applications Programmer I (0-2 years)earns $72,759, an Field Applications Engineer (2-4 years)earns $95,034, an Applications Programmer III (4-7 years)earns $122,271, an Applications Programmer IV (7+ years)earns $143,279, an Applications Programmer V (7-10 years)earns $166,501,

What are the highest paying states for a Field Applications Engineer?

Field Applications Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Field Applications Engineer roles are District of Columbia $104,526, California $104,130, Massachusetts $102,742. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Field Applications Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Field Applications Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Software Applications Engineer: $127,123; Field Applications Specialist: $120,443; Field Applications Scientist: $118,146; Mobile Applications Developer: $105,989; Senior Field Applications Engineer: $90,119.

Field Applications Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Field Applications Engineer make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Field Applications Engineer in Delaware is $95,605 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $46.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $110,446
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $86,675 to $103,373
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $78,545

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Field Applications Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$103,373	$8,614	$1,988	$50
Average	$95,605	$7,967	$1,839	$46
25th Percentile	$86,675	$7,223	$1,667	$42

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Key Factors That Influence Field Applications Engineer Salaries

A Field 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 Field Applications Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Field 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): $72,759
Early Career (1-2 years): $95,034
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $122,271
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $143,279
Expert (over 8 years): $166,501

Levels	Salary
Applicati... Level Field Applications Engineer	$72,759
Field App... Level Field Applications Engineer	$95,034
Applicati... Level Field Applications Engineer	$122,271
Applicati... Level Field Applications Engineer	$143,279
Applicati... Level Field Applications Engineer	$166,501

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

District of Columbia: $104,526.
California: $104,130.
Massachusetts: $102,742.

District of Columbia $104,526 California $104,130 Massachusetts $102,742 Washington $102,364 New Jersey $102,327 Alaska $102,194 Connecticut $100,892 New York $100,363

Hawaii $98,673 Rhode Island $97,880 Maryland $97,342 Minnesota $96,606 Colorado $96,322 Illinois $96,228 Oregon $95,869 Delaware $95,605

New Hampshire $95,439 Virginia $95,067 Pennsylvania $93,981 Nevada $93,434 North Dakota $93,254 Michigan $92,971 Wisconsin $92,867 Vermont $92,659

Texas $92,084 Maine $92,046 Arizona $91,989 Ohio $91,923 Georgia $91,055 Indiana $90,620 Wyoming $90,535 Utah $90,403

Iowa $90,347 Kansas $89,893 Louisiana $89,761 North Carolina $89,714 Missouri $89,695 Florida $89,327 Montana $89,129 Nebraska $88,940

Kentucky $88,836 South Carolina $88,458 Tennessee $88,222 Idaho $88,128 New Mexico $87,439 Oklahoma $87,288 Alabama $86,731 South Dakota $85,796

Arkansas $85,286 West Virginia $85,013 Mississippi $84,191

Top Paying Cities for Field 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: $95,174
Little Creek: $95,871
Magnolia: $95,733

Lincoln, DE $95,174 Little Creek, DE $95,871 Magnolia, DE $95,733 Milford, DE $95,416 Marydel, DE $95,573 Millsboro, DE $94,775 Millville, DE $94,921 Milton, DE $95,086

Nassau, DE $95,155 Ocean View, DE $94,905 Rehoboth Beach, DE $95,088 Seaford, DE $95,141 Selbyville, DE $94,748 Smyrna, DE $95,937 Viola, DE $95,495 Woodside, DE $95,752

Bear, DE $95,531 Newark, DE $95,495 Claymont, DE $95,691 Delaware City, DE $95,591 Hockessin, DE $95,487 Kirkwood, DE $95,573 Middletown, DE $95,610 Montchanin, DE $95,509

New Castle, DE $95,523 Odessa, DE $95,657 Port Penn, DE $95,721 Rockland, DE $95,518 Saint Georges, DE $95,579 Townsend, DE $95,727 Winterthur, DE $95,529 Lewes, DE $95,123

Wilmington, DE $95,492 Dover, DE $95,871 Dover Afb, DE $95,366 Bethany Beach, DE $94,805 Bethel, DE $94,904 Bridgeville, DE $95,127 Camden Wyoming, DE $95,601 Cheswold, DE $95,840

Clayton, DE $95,843 Dagsboro, DE $94,739 Delmar, DE $94,587 Ellendale, DE $94,874 Felton, DE $95,409 Fenwick Island, DE $94,760 Frankford, DE $94,595 Frederica, DE $95,503

Georgetown, DE $94,703 Greenwood, DE $95,142 Harbeson, DE $94,804 Harrington, DE $95,288 Hartly, DE $95,584 Houston, DE $95,152 Kenton, DE $95,848 Laurel, DE $94,647

Yorklyn, DE $95,515

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

Understanding how a Field 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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$86,675

Average $95,605/year

$103,373

$7,223

Average $7,967/month

$8,614

$1,667

Average $1,839/week

$1,988

$42

Average $46/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$103,373	$8,614	$1,988	$50
Average	$95,605	$7,967	$1,839	$46
25th Percentile	$86,675	$7,223	$1,667	$42

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