What are the main factors that influence a Clinical Engineering Technician'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 Clinical Engineering Technician?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Clinical Engineering Technician roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change A Clinical Engineering Technician's salary?

A Clinical Engineering Technician's salary grows with experience: a Clinical Engineering Technician (3-5 years)earns $93,320, a Biomedical Equipment Services Manager (5+ years)earns $131,162, a Biomedical Equipment Services Director (5+ years)earns $144,904,

What are the highest paying states for a Clinical Engineering Technician?

Clinical Engineering Technician salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Clinical Engineering Technician roles are District of Columbia $101,603, California $101,217, Massachusetts $99,868. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Clinical Engineering Technician roles make?

Salaries for Clinical Engineering Technician level roles vary by specialization: Clinical Engineering Manager: $109,354; Clinical Engineering: $73,459; Civil Engineering Technician III: $73,184; Process Engineering Technician III: $61,932; Civil Engineering Technician II: $59,501.

Clinical Engineering Technician Salary in Delaware

How much does a Clinical Engineering Technician make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Clinical Engineering Technician in Delaware is $92,931 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $45.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $119,842
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $87,333 to $107,017
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $82,237

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Clinical Engineering Technician Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$107,017	$8,918	$2,058	$51
Average	$92,931	$7,744	$1,787	$45
25th Percentile	$87,333	$7,278	$1,679	$42

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Key Factors That Influence Clinical Engineering Technician Salaries

A Clinical Engineering Technician'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 Clinical Engineering Technician 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 Clinical Engineering Technicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $101,603.
California: $101,217.
Massachusetts: $99,868.

District of Columbia $101,603 California $101,217 Massachusetts $99,868 Washington $99,501 New Jersey $99,465 Alaska $99,336 Connecticut $98,070 New York $97,556

Hawaii $95,913 Rhode Island $95,142 Maryland $94,619 Minnesota $93,904 Colorado $93,628 Illinois $93,537 Oregon $93,188 Delaware $92,931

New Hampshire $92,769 Virginia $92,408 Pennsylvania $91,353 Nevada $90,820 North Dakota $90,646 Michigan $90,371 Wisconsin $90,270 Vermont $90,068

Texas $89,508 Maine $89,471 Arizona $89,416 Ohio $89,352 Georgia $88,508 Indiana $88,086 Wyoming $88,003 Utah $87,875

Iowa $87,820 Kansas $87,379 Louisiana $87,251 North Carolina $87,205 Missouri $87,186 Florida $86,829 Montana $86,636 Nebraska $86,452

Kentucky $86,351 South Carolina $85,984 Tennessee $85,755 Idaho $85,663 New Mexico $84,993 Oklahoma $84,846 Alabama $84,305 South Dakota $83,396

Arkansas $82,901 West Virginia $82,635 Mississippi $81,836

Top Paying Cities for Clinical Engineering Technicians

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: $92,512
Little Creek: $93,190
Magnolia: $93,056

Lincoln, DE $92,512 Little Creek, DE $93,190 Magnolia, DE $93,056 Milford, DE $92,747 Marydel, DE $92,900 Millsboro, DE $92,124 Millville, DE $92,267 Milton, DE $92,426

Nassau, DE $92,493 Ocean View, DE $92,251 Rehoboth Beach, DE $92,428 Seaford, DE $92,480 Selbyville, DE $92,098 Smyrna, DE $93,254 Viola, DE $92,824 Woodside, DE $93,074

Bear, DE $92,859 Newark, DE $92,824 Claymont, DE $93,014 Delaware City, DE $92,917 Hockessin, DE $92,816 Kirkwood, DE $92,900 Middletown, DE $92,936 Montchanin, DE $92,837

New Castle, DE $92,851 Odessa, DE $92,981 Port Penn, DE $93,044 Rockland, DE $92,846 Saint Georges, DE $92,906 Townsend, DE $93,049 Winterthur, DE $92,858 Lewes, DE $92,462

Wilmington, DE $92,821 Dover, DE $93,190 Dover Afb, DE $92,699 Bethany Beach, DE $92,154 Bethel, DE $92,249 Bridgeville, DE $92,467 Camden Wyoming, DE $92,927 Cheswold, DE $93,159

Clayton, DE $93,162 Dagsboro, DE $92,089 Delmar, DE $91,942 Ellendale, DE $92,221 Felton, DE $92,740 Fenwick Island, DE $92,110 Frankford, DE $91,949 Frederica, DE $92,832

Georgetown, DE $92,055 Greenwood, DE $92,481 Harbeson, DE $92,153 Harrington, DE $92,623 Hartly, DE $92,911 Houston, DE $92,490 Kenton, DE $93,167 Laurel, DE $92,000

Yorklyn, DE $92,844

Clinical Engineering Technician Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Clinical Engineering Technician roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 70% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Clinical Engineering Technician positions in MFG Durable or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Clinical Engineering Technician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Clinical Engineering Technician

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$120,810	$58.0	30%
Energy & Utilities	$111,517	$54.0	20%
Healthcare	$102,224	$49.0	10%
Retail & Wholesale	$102,224	$49.0	10%

Clinical Engineering Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Clinical Engineering Technician'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

$87,333

Average $92,931/year

$107,017

$7,278

Average $7,744/month

$8,918

$1,679

Average $1,787/week

$2,058

$42

Average $45/hour

$51

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$107,017	$8,918	$2,058	$51
Average	$92,931	$7,744	$1,787	$45
25th Percentile	$87,333	$7,278	$1,679	$42

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