What are the main factors that influence an Associate Automation 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 Associate Automation Engineer's salary?

An Associate Automation Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Financial Aid Counselor - Higher Ed. (2-4 years)earns $48,677, a Associate Automation Engineer (4-5 years)earns $65,599, a Financial Aid Director - Higher Ed. (5+ years)earns $97,338,

What are the highest paying states for an Associate Automation Engineer?

Associate Automation Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Associate Automation Engineer roles are District of Columbia $70,747, California $70,479, Massachusetts $69,540. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Associate Automation Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Associate Automation Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Automation Engineer V: $164,500; Automation Engineer IV: $149,450; Automation Engineer III: $122,170; Automation Test Engineer: $121,891; Automation Engineer: $108,680.

Associate Automation Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does an Associate Automation Engineer make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Associate Automation Engineer in Delaware is $64,709 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $31.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $79,027
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $51,898 to $72,204
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $40,234

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Associate Automation Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$72,204	$6,017	$1,389	$35
Average	$64,709	$5,392	$1,244	$31
25th Percentile	$51,898	$4,325	$998	$25

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Key Factors That Influence Associate Automation Engineer Salaries

An Associate Automation 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 Do Associate Automation 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 Associate Automation Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $70,747.
California: $70,479.
Massachusetts: $69,540.

District of Columbia $70,747 California $70,479 Massachusetts $69,540 Washington $69,284 New Jersey $69,259 Alaska $69,169 Connecticut $68,287 New York $67,930

Hawaii $66,786 Rhode Island $66,249 Maryland $65,885 Minnesota $65,386 Colorado $65,195 Illinois $65,131 Oregon $64,888 Delaware $64,709

New Hampshire $64,597 Virginia $64,345 Pennsylvania $63,610 Nevada $63,239 North Dakota $63,118 Michigan $62,926 Wisconsin $62,856 Vermont $62,715

Texas $62,326 Maine $62,300 Arizona $62,262 Ohio $62,217 Georgia $61,629 Indiana $61,335 Wyoming $61,278 Utah $61,188

Iowa $61,150 Kansas $60,843 Louisiana $60,754 North Carolina $60,722 Missouri $60,709 Florida $60,460 Montana $60,326 Nebraska $60,198

Kentucky $60,128 South Carolina $59,872 Tennessee $59,712 Idaho $59,648 New Mexico $59,182 Oklahoma $59,080 Alabama $58,703 South Dakota $58,070

Arkansas $57,725 West Virginia $57,540 Mississippi $56,984

Top Paying Cities for Associate Automation 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: $64,418
Little Creek: $64,889
Magnolia: $64,796

Lincoln, DE $64,418 Little Creek, DE $64,889 Magnolia, DE $64,796 Milford, DE $64,581 Marydel, DE $64,687 Millsboro, DE $64,147 Millville, DE $64,246 Milton, DE $64,358

Nassau, DE $64,404 Ocean View, DE $64,236 Rehoboth Beach, DE $64,359 Seaford, DE $64,395 Selbyville, DE $64,129 Smyrna, DE $64,934 Viola, DE $64,635 Woodside, DE $64,809

Bear, DE $64,659 Newark, DE $64,635 Claymont, DE $64,767 Delaware City, DE $64,700 Hockessin, DE $64,629 Kirkwood, DE $64,687 Middletown, DE $64,712 Montchanin, DE $64,644

New Castle, DE $64,654 Odessa, DE $64,744 Port Penn, DE $64,788 Rockland, DE $64,650 Saint Georges, DE $64,692 Townsend, DE $64,792 Winterthur, DE $64,658 Lewes, DE $64,383

Wilmington, DE $64,632 Dover, DE $64,889 Dover Afb, DE $64,547 Bethany Beach, DE $64,168 Bethel, DE $64,234 Bridgeville, DE $64,386 Camden Wyoming, DE $64,707 Cheswold, DE $64,868

Clayton, DE $64,870 Dagsboro, DE $64,123 Delmar, DE $64,020 Ellendale, DE $64,215 Felton, DE $64,576 Fenwick Island, DE $64,137 Frankford, DE $64,025 Frederica, DE $64,640

Georgetown, DE $64,099 Greenwood, DE $64,396 Harbeson, DE $64,167 Harrington, DE $64,494 Hartly, DE $64,695 Houston, DE $64,402 Kenton, DE $64,873 Laurel, DE $64,061

Yorklyn, DE $64,648

Associate Automation Engineer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Associate Automation Engineer roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 0% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit, offers compensation 0% above the average. Conversely, Associate Automation Engineer positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Associate Automation Engineer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

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Associate Automation Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Associate Automation 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

$51,898

Average $64,709/year

$72,204

$4,325

Average $5,392/month

$6,017

$998

Average $1,244/week

$1,389

$25

Average $31/hour

$35

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$72,204	$6,017	$1,389	$35
Average	$64,709	$5,392	$1,244	$31
25th Percentile	$51,898	$4,325	$998	$25

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