What are the main factors that influence an Electrical Distribution Engineer's salary?

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

How does experience change An Electrical Distribution Engineer's salary?

An Electrical Distribution Engineer's salary grows with experience: an Electrical Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $80,584, an Electrical Distribution Engineer (2-4 years)earns $97,679, an Electrical Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $118,808, an Electrical Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $141,464, an Electrical Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $164,131,

What are the highest paying states for an Electrical Distribution Engineer?

Electrical Distribution Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Electrical Distribution Engineer roles are District of Columbia $108,598, California $108,187, Massachusetts $106,745. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Electrical Distribution Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Electrical Controls Engineer II: $101,494; Electric Distribution Engineer: $100,215; Power Distribution Engineer: $84,058; Distribution Design Engineer: $83,430; Electrical Controls Engineer I: $81,009.

Electrical Distribution Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does an Electrical Distribution Engineer make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for an Electrical Distribution Engineer in Delaware is $99,330 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $48.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $114,463
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $93,343 to $107,251
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $87,893

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Electrical Distribution Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$107,251	$8,938	$2,063	$52
Average	$99,330	$8,277	$1,910	$48
25th Percentile	$93,343	$7,779	$1,795	$45

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Key Factors That Influence Electrical Distribution Engineer Salaries

An Electrical Distribution 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 Electrical Distribution Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Electrical Distribution 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): $80,584
Early Career (1-2 years): $97,679
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $118,808
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $141,464
Expert (over 8 years): $164,131

Levels	Salary
Electrica... Level Electrical Distribution Engineer	$80,584
Electrica... Level Electrical Distribution Engineer	$97,679
Electrica... Level Electrical Distribution Engineer	$118,808
Electrica... Level Electrical Distribution Engineer	$141,464
Electrica... Level Electrical Distribution Engineer	$164,131

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

District of Columbia: $108,598.
California: $108,187.
Massachusetts: $106,745.

District of Columbia $108,598 California $108,187 Massachusetts $106,745 Washington $106,352 New Jersey $106,313 Alaska $106,176 Connecticut $104,822 New York $104,273

Hawaii $102,517 Rhode Island $101,693 Maryland $101,134 Minnesota $100,369 Colorado $100,075 Illinois $99,977 Oregon $99,604 Delaware $99,330

New Hampshire $99,157 Virginia $98,770 Pennsylvania $97,643 Nevada $97,074 North Dakota $96,887 Michigan $96,593 Wisconsin $96,485 Vermont $96,269

Texas $95,671 Maine $95,632 Arizona $95,573 Ohio $95,504 Georgia $94,602 Indiana $94,151 Wyoming $94,062 Utah $93,925

Iowa $93,866 Kansas $93,395 Louisiana $93,258 North Carolina $93,209 Missouri $93,190 Florida $92,807 Montana $92,601 Nebraska $92,405

Kentucky $92,297 South Carolina $91,905 Tennessee $91,659 Idaho $91,561 New Mexico $90,845 Oklahoma $90,688 Alabama $90,110 South Dakota $89,139

Arkansas $88,609 West Virginia $88,325 Mississippi $87,471

Top Paying Cities for Electrical Distribution 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: $102,802
Little Creek: $101,850
Magnolia: $102,272

Lincoln, DE $102,802 Little Creek, DE $101,850 Magnolia, DE $102,272 Milford, DE $102,802 Marydel, DE $101,468 Millsboro, DE $102,802 Millville, DE $103,488 Milton, DE $102,802

Nassau, DE $102,802 Ocean View, DE $103,488 Rehoboth Beach, DE $103,488 Seaford, DE $101,723 Selbyville, DE $103,488 Smyrna, DE $101,350 Viola, DE $102,272 Woodside, DE $101,978

Bear, DE $100,605 Newark, DE $100,644 Claymont, DE $100,722 Delaware City, DE $100,644 Hockessin, DE $100,722 Kirkwood, DE $100,644 Middletown, DE $101,144 Montchanin, DE $100,722

New Castle, DE $100,722 Odessa, DE $101,281 Port Penn, DE $100,369 Rockland, DE $100,722 Saint Georges, DE $100,644 Townsend, DE $101,134 Winterthur, DE $100,722 Lewes, DE $102,802

Wilmington, DE $100,722 Dover, DE $101,801 Dover Afb, DE $102,037 Bethany Beach, DE $103,488 Bethel, DE $101,723 Bridgeville, DE $102,802 Camden Wyoming, DE $101,909 Cheswold, DE $101,566

Clayton, DE $101,311 Dagsboro, DE $103,488 Delmar, DE $101,723 Ellendale, DE $102,802 Felton, DE $102,802 Fenwick Island, DE $103,488 Frankford, DE $103,488 Frederica, DE $102,802

Georgetown, DE $102,802 Greenwood, DE $102,802 Harbeson, DE $102,802 Harrington, DE $102,802 Hartly, DE $101,262 Houston, DE $102,802 Kenton, DE $101,311 Laurel, DE $101,723

Yorklyn, DE $100,722

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

Understanding how an Electrical Distribution 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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$93,343

Average $99,330/year

$107,251

$7,779

Average $8,277/month

$8,938

$1,795

Average $1,910/week

$2,063

$45

Average $48/hour

$52

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$107,251	$8,938	$2,063	$52
Average	$99,330	$8,277	$1,910	$48
25th Percentile	$93,343	$7,779	$1,795	$45

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