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: a Control & Instrument Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $96,410, a Control & Instrument Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $111,939, a Control Systems Engineering (4-7 years)earns $127,238, a Control & Instrument Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $155,625, a Control & Instrument Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $171,289,

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 $141,622, California $141,085, Massachusetts $139,204. 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: Control Systems Engineering Manager: $167,180; Control & Instrument Engineering Manager: $167,172; Control Systems Engineer V: $164,390; Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineering Manager: $163,477; Control Systems Engineer IV: $149,400.

Control Systems Engineering Salary in Delaware

How much does a Control Systems Engineering make in Delaware?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Control Systems Engineering in Delaware is $129,534 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): $150,592
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $120,628 to $140,557
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $112,519

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Control Systems Engineering Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$140,557	$11,713	$2,703	$68
Average	$129,534	$10,795	$2,491	$62
25th Percentile	$120,628	$10,052	$2,320	$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): $96,410
Early Career (1-2 years): $111,939
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $127,238
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $155,625
Expert (over 8 years): $171,289

Levels	Salary
Control &... Level Control Systems Engineering	$96,410
Control &... Level Control Systems Engineering	$111,939
Control S... Level Control Systems Engineering	$127,238
Control &... Level Control Systems Engineering	$155,625
Control &... Level Control Systems Engineering	$171,289

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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: $141,622.
California: $141,085.
Massachusetts: $139,204.

District of Columbia $141,622 California $141,085 Massachusetts $139,204 Washington $138,693 New Jersey $138,642 Alaska $138,463 Connecticut $136,697 New York $135,981

Hawaii $133,692 Rhode Island $132,617 Maryland $131,888 Minnesota $130,890 Colorado $130,507 Illinois $130,379 Oregon $129,893 Delaware $129,534

New Hampshire $129,309 Virginia $128,805 Pennsylvania $127,334 Nevada $126,593 North Dakota $126,349 Michigan $125,966 Wisconsin $125,825 Vermont $125,544

Texas $124,763 Maine $124,712 Arizona $124,636 Ohio $124,546 Georgia $123,369 Indiana $122,781 Wyoming $122,666 Utah $122,487

Iowa $122,410 Kansas $121,796 Louisiana $121,617 North Carolina $121,553 Missouri $121,527 Florida $121,028 Montana $120,760 Nebraska $120,504

Kentucky $120,363 South Carolina $119,852 Tennessee $119,532 Idaho $119,404 New Mexico $118,470 Oklahoma $118,266 Alabama $117,511 South Dakota $116,245

Arkansas $115,554 West Virginia $115,183 Mississippi $114,070

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: $134,062
Little Creek: $132,822
Magnolia: $133,372

Lincoln, DE $134,062 Little Creek, DE $132,822 Magnolia, DE $133,372 Milford, DE $134,062 Marydel, DE $132,323 Millsboro, DE $134,062 Millville, DE $134,958 Milton, DE $134,062

Nassau, DE $134,062 Ocean View, DE $134,958 Rehoboth Beach, DE $134,958 Seaford, DE $132,655 Selbyville, DE $134,958 Smyrna, DE $132,169 Viola, DE $133,372 Woodside, DE $132,988

Bear, DE $131,197 Newark, DE $131,248 Claymont, DE $131,351 Delaware City, DE $131,248 Hockessin, DE $131,351 Kirkwood, DE $131,248 Middletown, DE $131,901 Montchanin, DE $131,351

New Castle, DE $131,351 Odessa, DE $132,080 Port Penn, DE $130,890 Rockland, DE $131,351 Saint Georges, DE $131,248 Townsend, DE $131,888 Winterthur, DE $131,351 Lewes, DE $134,062

Wilmington, DE $131,351 Dover, DE $132,758 Dover Afb, DE $133,065 Bethany Beach, DE $134,958 Bethel, DE $132,655 Bridgeville, DE $134,062 Camden Wyoming, DE $132,898 Cheswold, DE $132,451

Clayton, DE $132,118 Dagsboro, DE $134,958 Delmar, DE $132,655 Ellendale, DE $134,062 Felton, DE $134,062 Fenwick Island, DE $134,958 Frankford, DE $134,958 Frederica, DE $134,062

Georgetown, DE $134,062 Greenwood, DE $134,062 Harbeson, DE $134,062 Harrington, DE $134,062 Hartly, DE $132,054 Houston, DE $134,062 Kenton, DE $132,118 Laurel, DE $132,655

Yorklyn, DE $131,351

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 March 01, 2026

$120,628

Average $129,534/year

$140,557

$10,052

Average $10,795/month

$11,713

$2,320

Average $2,491/week

$2,703

$58

Average $62/hour

$68

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$140,557	$11,713	$2,703	$68
Average	$129,534	$10,795	$2,491	$62
25th Percentile	$120,628	$10,052	$2,320	$58

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