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

An Associate Electrical Engineer's salary grows with experience: an Associate Electrical Engineer (0-2 years)earns $80,957, an Electrical Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $98,132, an Electrical Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $119,359, an Electrical Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $142,119, an Electrical Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $164,891,

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

Associate Electrical Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Associate Electrical Engineer roles are District of Columbia $87,897, California $87,564, Massachusetts $86,397. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Associate Electrical Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Electrical Engineer VI: $200,784; Electrical Controls Engineer III: $122,219; Senior Electrical Engineer: $120,773; Electrical Controls Engineer: $101,501; Electrical Controls Engineer II: $101,494.

Associate Electrical Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does an Associate Electrical Engineer make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for an Associate Electrical Engineer in Delaware is $80,395 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $93,871
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $72,298 to $87,449
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $64,927

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Associate Electrical Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$87,449	$7,287	$1,682	$42
Average	$80,395	$6,700	$1,546	$39
25th Percentile	$72,298	$6,025	$1,390	$35

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Key Factors That Influence Associate Electrical Engineer Salaries

An Associate Electrical 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 Associate Electrical Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Associate Electrical 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): $80,957
Early Career (1-2 years): $98,132
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $119,359
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $142,119
Expert (over 8 years): $164,891

Levels	Salary
Associate... Level Associate Electrical Engineer	$80,957
Electrica... Level Associate Electrical Engineer	$98,132
Electrica... Level Associate Electrical Engineer	$119,359
Electrica... Level Associate Electrical Engineer	$142,119
Electrica... Level Associate Electrical Engineer	$164,891

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

District of Columbia: $87,897.
California: $87,564.
Massachusetts: $86,397.

District of Columbia $87,897 California $87,564 Massachusetts $86,397 Washington $86,079 New Jersey $86,048 Alaska $85,936 Connecticut $84,841 New York $84,396

Hawaii $82,975 Rhode Island $82,308 Maryland $81,856 Minnesota $81,237 Colorado $80,999 Illinois $80,919 Oregon $80,617 Delaware $80,395

New Hampshire $80,255 Virginia $79,943 Pennsylvania $79,030 Nevada $78,569 North Dakota $78,418 Michigan $78,180 Wisconsin $78,093 Vermont $77,918

Texas $77,434 Maine $77,402 Arizona $77,355 Ohio $77,299 Georgia $76,569 Indiana $76,204 Wyoming $76,132 Utah $76,021

Iowa $75,973 Kansas $75,592 Louisiana $75,481 North Carolina $75,441 Missouri $75,426 Florida $75,116 Montana $74,949 Nebraska $74,790

Kentucky $74,703 South Carolina $74,386 Tennessee $74,187 Idaho $74,108 New Mexico $73,528 Oklahoma $73,401 Alabama $72,933 South Dakota $72,147

Arkansas $71,718 West Virginia $71,488 Mississippi $70,797

Top Paying Cities for Associate Electrical 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: $83,206
Little Creek: $82,435
Magnolia: $82,777

Lincoln, DE $83,206 Little Creek, DE $82,435 Magnolia, DE $82,777 Milford, DE $83,206 Marydel, DE $82,126 Millsboro, DE $83,206 Millville, DE $83,761 Milton, DE $83,206

Nassau, DE $83,206 Ocean View, DE $83,761 Rehoboth Beach, DE $83,761 Seaford, DE $82,332 Selbyville, DE $83,761 Smyrna, DE $82,031 Viola, DE $82,777 Woodside, DE $82,539

Bear, DE $81,427 Newark, DE $81,459 Claymont, DE $81,523 Delaware City, DE $81,459 Hockessin, DE $81,523 Kirkwood, DE $81,459 Middletown, DE $81,864 Montchanin, DE $81,523

New Castle, DE $81,523 Odessa, DE $81,975 Port Penn, DE $81,237 Rockland, DE $81,523 Saint Georges, DE $81,459 Townsend, DE $81,856 Winterthur, DE $81,523 Lewes, DE $83,206

Wilmington, DE $81,523 Dover, DE $82,396 Dover Afb, DE $82,586 Bethany Beach, DE $83,761 Bethel, DE $82,332 Bridgeville, DE $83,206 Camden Wyoming, DE $82,483 Cheswold, DE $82,205

Clayton, DE $81,999 Dagsboro, DE $83,761 Delmar, DE $82,332 Ellendale, DE $83,206 Felton, DE $83,206 Fenwick Island, DE $83,761 Frankford, DE $83,761 Frederica, DE $83,206

Georgetown, DE $83,206 Greenwood, DE $83,206 Harbeson, DE $83,206 Harrington, DE $83,206 Hartly, DE $81,959 Houston, DE $83,206 Kenton, DE $81,999 Laurel, DE $82,332

Yorklyn, DE $81,523

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

Understanding how an Associate Electrical 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 April 01, 2026

$72,298

Average $80,395/year

$87,449

$6,025

Average $6,700/month

$7,287

$1,390

Average $1,546/week

$1,682

$35

Average $39/hour

$42

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$87,449	$7,287	$1,682	$42
Average	$80,395	$6,700	$1,546	$39
25th Percentile	$72,298	$6,025	$1,390	$35

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