What are the main factors that influence an Electrical Engineering'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 Electrical Engineering?

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

How does experience change An Electrical Engineering's salary?

An Electrical Engineering's salary grows with experience: an Electrical Engineering (0-2 years)earns $80,721, an Electrical Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $97,845, an Electrical Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $119,014, an Electrical Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $141,710, an Electrical Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $164,394,

What are the highest paying states for an Electrical Engineering?

Electrical Engineering salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Electrical Engineering roles are District of Columbia $91,548, California $91,201, Massachusetts $89,986. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Electrical Engineering roles make?

Salaries for Electrical Engineering level roles vary by specialization: Electrical Engineering Director: $191,647; Director Of Electrical Engineering: $172,810; Electrical Engineering Manager: $147,082; Professor - Electrical Engineering: $137,680; Electrical Engineering Supervisor II: $124,167.

Electrical Engineering Salary in Delaware

How much does an Electrical Engineering make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Electrical Engineering in Delaware is $83,735 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $93,798
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $78,790 to $89,002
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $74,288

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Electrical Engineering Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$89,002	$7,417	$1,712	$43
Average	$83,735	$6,978	$1,610	$40
25th Percentile	$78,790	$6,566	$1,515	$38

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Key Factors That Influence Electrical Engineering Salaries

An Electrical 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 Electrical Engineering Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Electrical 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): $80,721
Early Career (1-2 years): $97,845
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $119,014
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $141,710
Expert (over 8 years): $164,394

Levels	Salary
Electrica... Level Electrical Engineering	$80,721
Electrica... Level Electrical Engineering	$97,845
Electrica... Level Electrical Engineering	$119,014
Electrica... Level Electrical Engineering	$141,710
Electrica... Level Electrical Engineering	$164,394

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

District of Columbia: $91,548.
California: $91,201.
Massachusetts: $89,986.

District of Columbia $91,548 California $91,201 Massachusetts $89,986 Washington $89,655 New Jersey $89,622 Alaska $89,506 Connecticut $88,365 New York $87,902

Hawaii $86,422 Rhode Island $85,727 Maryland $85,256 Minnesota $84,611 Colorado $84,363 Illinois $84,280 Oregon $83,966 Delaware $83,735

New Hampshire $83,589 Virginia $83,263 Pennsylvania $82,313 Nevada $81,833 North Dakota $81,676 Michigan $81,428 Wisconsin $81,337 Vermont $81,155

Texas $80,651 Maine $80,617 Arizona $80,568 Ohio $80,510 Georgia $79,749 Indiana $79,369 Wyoming $79,295 Utah $79,179

Iowa $79,129 Kansas $78,732 Louisiana $78,617 North Carolina $78,575 Missouri $78,559 Florida $78,236 Montana $78,063 Nebraska $77,897

Kentucky $77,806 South Carolina $77,475 Tennessee $77,269 Idaho $77,186 New Mexico $76,582 Oklahoma $76,450 Alabama $75,962 South Dakota $75,144

Arkansas $74,697 West Virginia $74,457 Mississippi $73,738

Top Paying Cities for Electrical 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: $83,358
Little Creek: $83,968
Magnolia: $83,847

Lincoln, DE $83,358 Little Creek, DE $83,968 Magnolia, DE $83,847 Milford, DE $83,569 Marydel, DE $83,707 Millsboro, DE $83,008 Millville, DE $83,136 Milton, DE $83,280

Nassau, DE $83,340 Ocean View, DE $83,122 Rehoboth Beach, DE $83,282 Seaford, DE $83,329 Selbyville, DE $82,984 Smyrna, DE $84,026 Viola, DE $83,639 Woodside, DE $83,864

Bear, DE $83,670 Newark, DE $83,639 Claymont, DE $83,810 Delaware City, DE $83,722 Hockessin, DE $83,631 Kirkwood, DE $83,707 Middletown, DE $83,739 Montchanin, DE $83,650

New Castle, DE $83,663 Odessa, DE $83,780 Port Penn, DE $83,836 Rockland, DE $83,659 Saint Georges, DE $83,712 Townsend, DE $83,841 Winterthur, DE $83,669 Lewes, DE $83,312

Wilmington, DE $83,635 Dover, DE $83,968 Dover Afb, DE $83,526 Bethany Beach, DE $83,034 Bethel, DE $83,120 Bridgeville, DE $83,316 Camden Wyoming, DE $83,731 Cheswold, DE $83,941

Clayton, DE $83,943 Dagsboro, DE $82,976 Delmar, DE $82,843 Ellendale, DE $83,095 Felton, DE $83,563 Fenwick Island, DE $82,995 Frankford, DE $82,850 Frederica, DE $83,645

Georgetown, DE $82,945 Greenwood, DE $83,330 Harbeson, DE $83,034 Harrington, DE $83,457 Hartly, DE $83,717 Houston, DE $83,338 Kenton, DE $83,947 Laurel, DE $82,895

Yorklyn, DE $83,656

Electrical Engineering Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Electrical Engineering 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, Electrical Engineering positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Electrical Engineering as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Electrical Engineering

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services	$100,482	$48.0	20%
Pharmaceuticals	$100,482	$48.0	20%
Biotechnology	$96,295	$46.0	15%
Software & Networking	$96,295	$46.0	15%
Energy & Utilities	$92,108	$44.0	10%

Electrical Engineering Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Electrical 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 August 01, 2026

$78,790

Average $83,735/year

$89,002

$6,566

Average $6,978/month

$7,417

$1,515

Average $1,610/week

$1,712

$38

Average $40/hour

$43

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$89,002	$7,417	$1,712	$43
Average	$83,735	$6,978	$1,610	$40
25th Percentile	$78,790	$6,566	$1,515	$38

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