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

A Lead Electrical Engineer's salary grows with experience: an Electrical Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $97,823, an Electrical Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $118,979, an Lead Electrical Engineer (7+ years)earns $141,669, an Electrical Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $164,379, an Electrical Engineer VI (10-12 years)earns $197,833,

What are the highest paying states for a Lead Electrical Engineer?

Lead Electrical Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Lead Electrical Engineer roles are District of Columbia $155,525, California $154,935, Massachusetts $152,870. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Lead Electrical Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Electrical Engineer VI: $200,794; Electrical Lead Designer: $152,311; Electrical Test Engineer IV: $143,803; Electrical Engineer Specialist/Project Lead: $143,790; Electrical Design Engineer IV: $143,790.

Lead Electrical Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Lead Electrical Engineer make in Delaware?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for a Lead Electrical Engineer in Delaware is $142,251 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $68.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $157,378
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $131,745 to $150,169
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $122,180

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Lead Electrical Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$150,169	$12,514	$2,888	$72
Average	$142,251	$11,854	$2,736	$68
25th Percentile	$131,745	$10,979	$2,534	$63

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Key Factors That Influence Lead Electrical Engineer Salaries

A Lead Electrical 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 Lead Electrical Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Lead Electrical 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): $97,823
Early Career (1-2 years): $118,979
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $141,669
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $164,379
Expert (over 8 years): $197,833

Levels	Salary
Electrica... Level Lead Electrical Engineer	$97,823
Electrica... Level Lead Electrical Engineer	$118,979
Lead Elec... Level Lead Electrical Engineer	$141,669
Electrica... Level Lead Electrical Engineer	$164,379
Electrica... Level Lead Electrical Engineer	$197,833

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

District of Columbia: $155,525.
California: $154,935.
Massachusetts: $152,870.

District of Columbia $155,525 California $154,935 Massachusetts $152,870 Washington $152,308 New Jersey $152,252 Alaska $152,056 Connecticut $150,117 New York $149,330

Hawaii $146,816 Rhode Island $145,636 Maryland $144,836 Minnesota $143,740 Colorado $143,318 Illinois $143,178 Oregon $142,644 Delaware $142,251

New Hampshire $142,004 Virginia $141,450 Pennsylvania $139,835 Nevada $139,020 North Dakota $138,753 Michigan $138,332 Wisconsin $138,177 Vermont $137,868

Texas $137,012 Maine $136,955 Arizona $136,871 Ohio $136,773 Georgia $135,480 Indiana $134,834 Wyoming $134,708 Utah $134,511

Iowa $134,427 Kansas $133,753 Louisiana $133,556 North Carolina $133,486 Missouri $133,458 Florida $132,910 Montana $132,615 Nebraska $132,334

Kentucky $132,179 South Carolina $131,618 Tennessee $131,266 Idaho $131,126 New Mexico $130,101 Oklahoma $129,876 Alabama $129,047 South Dakota $127,656

Arkansas $126,898 West Virginia $126,491 Mississippi $125,268

Top Paying Cities for Lead Electrical 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: $147,223
Little Creek: $145,861
Magnolia: $146,465

Lincoln, DE $147,223 Little Creek, DE $145,861 Magnolia, DE $146,465 Milford, DE $147,223 Marydel, DE $145,313 Millsboro, DE $147,223 Millville, DE $148,207 Milton, DE $147,223

Nassau, DE $147,223 Ocean View, DE $148,207 Rehoboth Beach, DE $148,207 Seaford, DE $145,678 Selbyville, DE $148,207 Smyrna, DE $145,145 Viola, DE $146,465 Woodside, DE $146,044

Bear, DE $144,077 Newark, DE $144,133 Claymont, DE $144,246 Delaware City, DE $144,133 Hockessin, DE $144,246 Kirkwood, DE $144,133 Middletown, DE $144,850 Montchanin, DE $144,246

New Castle, DE $144,246 Odessa, DE $145,046 Port Penn, DE $143,740 Rockland, DE $144,246 Saint Georges, DE $144,133 Townsend, DE $144,836 Winterthur, DE $144,246 Lewes, DE $147,223

Wilmington, DE $144,246 Dover, DE $145,791 Dover Afb, DE $146,128 Bethany Beach, DE $148,207 Bethel, DE $145,678 Bridgeville, DE $147,223 Camden Wyoming, DE $145,945 Cheswold, DE $145,454

Clayton, DE $145,088 Dagsboro, DE $148,207 Delmar, DE $145,678 Ellendale, DE $147,223 Felton, DE $147,223 Fenwick Island, DE $148,207 Frankford, DE $148,207 Frederica, DE $147,223

Georgetown, DE $147,223 Greenwood, DE $147,223 Harbeson, DE $147,223 Harrington, DE $147,223 Hartly, DE $145,018 Houston, DE $147,223 Kenton, DE $145,088 Laurel, DE $145,678

Yorklyn, DE $144,246

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

Understanding how a Lead Electrical 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

$131,745

Average $142,251/year

$150,169

$10,979

Average $11,854/month

$12,514

$2,534

Average $2,736/week

$2,888

$63

Average $68/hour

$72

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$150,169	$12,514	$2,888	$72
Average	$142,251	$11,854	$2,736	$68
25th Percentile	$131,745	$10,979	$2,534	$63

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