What are the main factors that influence a Diesel Engine Technician's salary?

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

How does experience change A Diesel Engine Technician's salary?

A Diesel Engine Technician's salary grows with experience: a Diesel Mechanic I (0-1 years)earns $49,527, a Diesel Engine Technician (1-3 years)earns $55,662, a Diesel Mechanic III (3-5 years)earns $63,004, a Diesel Mechanic Supervisor (5+ years)earns $76,356,

What are the highest paying states for a Diesel Engine Technician?

Diesel Engine Technician salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Diesel Engine Technician roles are District of Columbia $60,273, California $60,044, Massachusetts $59,244. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Diesel Engine Technician roles make?

Salaries for Diesel Engine Technician level roles vary by specialization: Engine Technician: $75,538; Diesel Engine Mechanic III: $63,500; Diesel Engine Specialist III: $63,470; Diesel Mechanic III: $63,464; Diesel Engine Mechanic II: $56,100.

Diesel Engine Technician Salary in Delaware

How much does a Diesel Engine Technician make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Diesel Engine Technician in Delaware is $55,129 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $27.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $63,080
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $47,441 to $59,291
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $40,442

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Diesel Engine Technician Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$59,291	$4,941	$1,140	$29
Average	$55,129	$4,594	$1,060	$27
25th Percentile	$47,441	$3,953	$912	$23

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Key Factors That Influence Diesel Engine Technician Salaries

A Diesel Engine 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 Diesel Engine 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 Diesel Engine Technicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $60,273.
California: $60,044.
Massachusetts: $59,244.

District of Columbia $60,273 California $60,044 Massachusetts $59,244 Washington $59,026 New Jersey $59,005 Alaska $58,928 Connecticut $58,177 New York $57,872

Hawaii $56,898 Rhode Island $56,441 Maryland $56,130 Minnesota $55,706 Colorado $55,542 Illinois $55,488 Oregon $55,281 Delaware $55,129

New Hampshire $55,033 Virginia $54,818 Pennsylvania $54,192 Nevada $53,877 North Dakota $53,773 Michigan $53,610 Wisconsin $53,550 Vermont $53,430

Texas $53,098 Maine $53,076 Arizona $53,044 Ohio $53,006 Georgia $52,505 Indiana $52,254 Wyoming $52,205 Utah $52,129

Iowa $52,096 Kansas $51,835 Louisiana $51,759 North Carolina $51,732 Missouri $51,721 Florida $51,509 Montana $51,394 Nebraska $51,285

Kentucky $51,225 South Carolina $51,008 Tennessee $50,872 Idaho $50,817 New Mexico $50,420 Oklahoma $50,333 Alabama $50,012 South Dakota $49,473

Arkansas $49,179 West Virginia $49,021 Mississippi $48,547

Top Paying Cities for Diesel Engine 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: $54,880
Little Creek: $55,282
Magnolia: $55,203

Lincoln, DE $54,880 Little Creek, DE $55,282 Magnolia, DE $55,203 Milford, DE $55,020 Marydel, DE $55,110 Millsboro, DE $54,650 Millville, DE $54,735 Milton, DE $54,829

Nassau, DE $54,869 Ocean View, DE $54,725 Rehoboth Beach, DE $54,830 Seaford, DE $54,861 Selbyville, DE $54,634 Smyrna, DE $55,320 Viola, DE $55,066 Woodside, DE $55,214

Bear, DE $55,086 Newark, DE $55,066 Claymont, DE $55,178 Delaware City, DE $55,120 Hockessin, DE $55,061 Kirkwood, DE $55,110 Middletown, DE $55,131 Montchanin, DE $55,073

New Castle, DE $55,081 Odessa, DE $55,159 Port Penn, DE $55,196 Rockland, DE $55,079 Saint Georges, DE $55,114 Townsend, DE $55,199 Winterthur, DE $55,085 Lewes, DE $54,850

Wilmington, DE $55,063 Dover, DE $55,282 Dover Afb, DE $54,991 Bethany Beach, DE $54,668 Bethel, DE $54,724 Bridgeville, DE $54,853 Camden Wyoming, DE $55,126 Cheswold, DE $55,264

Clayton, DE $55,266 Dagsboro, DE $54,629 Delmar, DE $54,542 Ellendale, DE $54,707 Felton, DE $55,015 Fenwick Island, DE $54,641 Frankford, DE $54,546 Frederica, DE $55,070

Georgetown, DE $54,609 Greenwood, DE $54,862 Harbeson, DE $54,667 Harrington, DE $54,946 Hartly, DE $55,117 Houston, DE $54,867 Kenton, DE $55,269 Laurel, DE $54,576

Yorklyn, DE $55,077

Diesel Engine Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Diesel Engine 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 May 01, 2026

$47,441

Average $55,129/year

$59,291

$3,953

Average $4,594/month

$4,941

$912

Average $1,060/week

$1,140

$23

Average $27/hour

$29

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$59,291	$4,941	$1,140	$29
Average	$55,129	$4,594	$1,060	$27
25th Percentile	$47,441	$3,953	$912	$23

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