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

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Staff Electrical Engineer?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Staff Electrical Engineer roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Staff Electrical Engineer's salary?

A Staff Electrical Engineer's salary grows with experience: an Staff Electrical Engineer (0-2 years)earns $83,260, an Electrical Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $100,923, an Electrical Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $122,757, an Electrical Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $146,165, an Electrical Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $169,569,

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

Staff Electrical Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Staff Electrical Engineer roles are District of Columbia $91,660, California $91,313, Massachusetts $90,096. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Staff Electrical Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Electrical Engineer VI: $200,769; Electrical Controls Engineer III: $122,884; Senior Electrical Engineer: $120,773; Senior Staff Electrical Engineer: $102,495; Electrical Controls Engineer II: $102,039.

Staff Electrical Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Staff Electrical Engineer make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Staff Electrical Engineer in Delaware is $83,837 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $98,823
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $76,200 to $91,681
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $69,246

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Staff Electrical Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$91,681	$7,640	$1,763	$44
Average	$83,837	$6,986	$1,612	$40
25th Percentile	$76,200	$6,350	$1,465	$37

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Key Factors That Influence Staff Electrical Engineer Salaries

A Staff 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 Staff Electrical Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Staff 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): $83,260
Early Career (1-2 years): $100,923
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $122,757
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $146,165
Expert (over 8 years): $169,569

Levels	Salary
Staff Ele... Level Staff Electrical Engineer	$83,260
Electrica... Level Staff Electrical Engineer	$100,923
Electrica... Level Staff Electrical Engineer	$122,757
Electrica... Level Staff Electrical Engineer	$146,165
Electrica... Level Staff Electrical Engineer	$169,569

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

District of Columbia: $91,660.
California: $91,313.
Massachusetts: $90,096.

District of Columbia $91,660 California $91,313 Massachusetts $90,096 Washington $89,765 New Jersey $89,732 Alaska $89,616 Connecticut $88,473 New York $88,010

Hawaii $86,528 Rhode Island $85,832 Maryland $85,360 Minnesota $84,715 Colorado $84,466 Illinois $84,384 Oregon $84,069 Delaware $83,837

New Hampshire $83,691 Virginia $83,365 Pennsylvania $82,413 Nevada $81,933 North Dakota $81,776 Michigan $81,527 Wisconsin $81,436 Vermont $81,254

Texas $80,749 Maine $80,716 Arizona $80,666 Ohio $80,609 Georgia $79,847 Indiana $79,466 Wyoming $79,392 Utah $79,276

Iowa $79,226 Kansas $78,829 Louisiana $78,713 North Carolina $78,671 Missouri $78,655 Florida $78,332 Montana $78,158 Nebraska $77,993

Kentucky $77,901 South Carolina $77,570 Tennessee $77,363 Idaho $77,281 New Mexico $76,676 Oklahoma $76,544 Alabama $76,055 South Dakota $75,236

Arkansas $74,789 West Virginia $74,549 Mississippi $73,828

Top Paying Cities for Staff 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: $83,460
Little Creek: $84,071
Magnolia: $83,950

Lincoln, DE $83,460 Little Creek, DE $84,071 Magnolia, DE $83,950 Milford, DE $83,672 Marydel, DE $83,809 Millsboro, DE $83,109 Millville, DE $83,238 Milton, DE $83,382

Nassau, DE $83,442 Ocean View, DE $83,224 Rehoboth Beach, DE $83,384 Seaford, DE $83,431 Selbyville, DE $83,085 Smyrna, DE $84,129 Viola, DE $83,741 Woodside, DE $83,966

Bear, DE $83,773 Newark, DE $83,741 Claymont, DE $83,913 Delaware City, DE $83,825 Hockessin, DE $83,734 Kirkwood, DE $83,809 Middletown, DE $83,841 Montchanin, DE $83,753

New Castle, DE $83,765 Odessa, DE $83,883 Port Penn, DE $83,939 Rockland, DE $83,761 Saint Georges, DE $83,815 Townsend, DE $83,944 Winterthur, DE $83,771 Lewes, DE $83,414

Wilmington, DE $83,738 Dover, DE $84,071 Dover Afb, DE $83,628 Bethany Beach, DE $83,136 Bethel, DE $83,222 Bridgeville, DE $83,418 Camden Wyoming, DE $83,834 Cheswold, DE $84,043

Clayton, DE $84,046 Dagsboro, DE $83,078 Delmar, DE $82,945 Ellendale, DE $83,196 Felton, DE $83,665 Fenwick Island, DE $83,096 Frankford, DE $82,951 Frederica, DE $83,748

Georgetown, DE $83,047 Greenwood, DE $83,432 Harbeson, DE $83,135 Harrington, DE $83,559 Hartly, DE $83,819 Houston, DE $83,440 Kenton, DE $84,050 Laurel, DE $82,997

Yorklyn, DE $83,759

Staff Electrical Engineer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Staff Electrical Engineer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Staff Electrical Engineer positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Staff Electrical Engineer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Staff Electrical Engineer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services	$100,605	$48.0	20%
Pharmaceuticals	$100,605	$48.0	20%
Biotechnology	$96,413	$46.0	15%
Software & Networking	$96,413	$46.0	15%
Energy & Utilities	$92,221	$44.0	10%

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

Understanding how a Staff 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 July 01, 2026

$76,200

Average $83,837/year

$91,681

$6,350

Average $6,986/month

$7,640

$1,465

Average $1,612/week

$1,763

$37

Average $40/hour

$44

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$91,681	$7,640	$1,763	$44
Average	$83,837	$6,986	$1,612	$40
25th Percentile	$76,200	$6,350	$1,465	$37

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