What are the main factors that influence a Control Systems Engineering's salary?

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

How does experience change a Control Systems Engineering's salary?

A Control Systems Engineering's salary grows with experience: starting around $123,169 for beginners, reaching about $125,189 at mid-level, and approach $132,561 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Control Systems Engineering?

Control Systems Engineering salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Control Systems Engineering roles are District of Columbia $141,588, California $141,051, Massachusetts $139,171. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Control Systems Engineering roles make?

Salaries for Control Systems Engineering level roles vary by specialization: Electronic Systems Engineering Manager: $171,700; Control Systems Engineering Manager: $167,110; Control & Instrument Engineering Manager: $167,108; Control Systems Engineer V: $164,370; Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineering Manager: $163,469.

Control Systems Engineering Salary in Delaware

How much does a Control Systems Engineering make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Control Systems Engineering in Delaware is $129,503 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $62.

However, a Control Systems Engineering's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $150,535
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $120,610 to $140,512
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $112,512

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Control Systems Engineering Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$140,512	$11,709	$2,702	$68
Average	$129,503	$10,792	$2,490	$62
25th Percentile	$120,610	$10,051	$2,319	$58

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Key Factors That Influence Control Systems Engineering Salaries

A Control Systems Engineering'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 Control Systems Engineering Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Control Systems Engineering'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): $123,169
Early Career (1-2 years): $123,842
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $125,189
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $129,044
Expert (over 8 years): $132,561

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Control Systems Engineering	$123,169
Intermediate Level Control Systems Engineering	$123,842
Senior Level Control Systems Engineering	$125,189
Specialist Level Control Systems Engineering	$129,044
Expert Level Control Systems Engineering	$132,561

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How Do Control Systems Engineering 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 Control Systems Engineerings. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $141,588.
California: $141,051.
Massachusetts: $139,171.

District of Columbia $141,588 California $141,051 Massachusetts $139,171 Washington $138,659 New Jersey $138,608 Alaska $138,429 Connecticut $136,664 New York $135,948

Hawaii $133,659 Rhode Island $132,585 Maryland $131,856 Minnesota $130,859 Colorado $130,475 Illinois $130,347 Oregon $129,861 Delaware $129,503

New Hampshire $129,278 Virginia $128,774 Pennsylvania $127,304 Nevada $126,562 North Dakota $126,319 Michigan $125,935 Wisconsin $125,795 Vermont $125,513

Texas $124,733 Maine $124,682 Arizona $124,605 Ohio $124,516 Georgia $123,339 Indiana $122,751 Wyoming $122,636 Utah $122,457

Iowa $122,380 Kansas $121,766 Louisiana $121,587 North Carolina $121,523 Missouri $121,498 Florida $120,999 Montana $120,731 Nebraska $120,475

Kentucky $120,334 South Carolina $119,823 Tennessee $119,503 Idaho $119,375 New Mexico $118,442 Oklahoma $118,237 Alabama $117,482 South Dakota $116,216

Arkansas $115,526 West Virginia $115,155 Mississippi $114,042

Top Paying Cities for Control Systems Engineerings

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: $134,030
Little Creek: $132,790
Magnolia: $133,339

Lincoln, DE $134,030 Little Creek, DE $132,790 Magnolia, DE $133,339 Milford, DE $134,030 Marydel, DE $132,291 Millsboro, DE $134,030 Millville, DE $134,925 Milton, DE $134,030

Nassau, DE $134,030 Ocean View, DE $134,925 Rehoboth Beach, DE $134,925 Seaford, DE $132,623 Selbyville, DE $134,925 Smyrna, DE $132,137 Viola, DE $133,339 Woodside, DE $132,956

Bear, DE $131,165 Newark, DE $131,217 Claymont, DE $131,319 Delaware City, DE $131,217 Hockessin, DE $131,319 Kirkwood, DE $131,217 Middletown, DE $131,869 Montchanin, DE $131,319

New Castle, DE $131,319 Odessa, DE $132,048 Port Penn, DE $130,859 Rockland, DE $131,319 Saint Georges, DE $131,217 Townsend, DE $131,856 Winterthur, DE $131,319 Lewes, DE $134,030

Wilmington, DE $131,319 Dover, DE $132,726 Dover Afb, DE $133,033 Bethany Beach, DE $134,925 Bethel, DE $132,623 Bridgeville, DE $134,030 Camden Wyoming, DE $132,866 Cheswold, DE $132,419

Clayton, DE $132,086 Dagsboro, DE $134,925 Delmar, DE $132,623 Ellendale, DE $134,030 Felton, DE $134,030 Fenwick Island, DE $134,925 Frankford, DE $134,925 Frederica, DE $134,030

Georgetown, DE $134,030 Greenwood, DE $134,030 Harbeson, DE $134,030 Harrington, DE $134,030 Hartly, DE $132,022 Houston, DE $134,030 Kenton, DE $132,086 Laurel, DE $132,623

Yorklyn, DE $131,319

Control Systems Engineering Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Control Systems Engineering'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 January 01, 2026

$120,610

Average $129,503/year

$140,512

$10,051

Average $10,792/month

$11,709

$2,319

Average $2,490/week

$2,702

$58

Average $62/hour

$68

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$140,512	$11,709	$2,702	$68
Average	$129,503	$10,792	$2,490	$62
25th Percentile	$120,610	$10,051	$2,319	$58

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