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

An Electrical Power Engineer's salary grows with experience: an Electrical Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $121,511, an Electrical Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $144,682, an Electrical Power Engineer (7-10 years)earns $167,864, an Electrical Engineer VI (10-12 years)earns $202,033, an Electrical Engineering Supervisor I (12+ years)earns $99,054,

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

Electrical Power Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Electrical Power Engineer roles are District of Columbia $182,587, California $181,895, Massachusetts $179,470. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Electrical Power Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Power Electronics Engineer: $138,834; Power Plant Engineer: $89,478; Power Distribution Engineer: $84,058; Power Systems Engineer: $83,675; Power System Engineer: $82,324.

Electrical Power Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does an Electrical Power Engineer make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for an Electrical Power Engineer in Delaware is $167,003 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $80.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $182,922
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $154,603 to $175,336
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $143,313

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Electrical Power Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$175,336	$14,611	$3,372	$84
Average	$167,003	$13,917	$3,212	$80
25th Percentile	$154,603	$12,884	$2,973	$74

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Key Factors That Influence Electrical Power Engineer Salaries

An Electrical Power 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 Electrical Power Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Electrical Power 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): $121,511
Early Career (1-2 years): $144,682
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $167,864
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $202,033
Expert (over 8 years): $99,054

Levels	Salary
Electrica... Level Electrical Power Engineer	$121,511
Electrica... Level Electrical Power Engineer	$144,682
Electrica... Level Electrical Power Engineer	$167,864
Electrica... Level Electrical Power Engineer	$202,033
Electrica... Level Electrical Power Engineer	$99,054

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

District of Columbia: $182,587.
California: $181,895.
Massachusetts: $179,470.

District of Columbia $182,587 California $181,895 Massachusetts $179,470 Washington $178,811 New Jersey $178,745 Alaska $178,514 Connecticut $176,238 New York $175,315

Hawaii $172,363 Rhode Island $170,978 Maryland $170,038 Minnesota $168,751 Colorado $168,257 Illinois $168,092 Oregon $167,465 Delaware $167,003

New Hampshire $166,713 Virginia $166,063 Pennsylvania $164,167 Nevada $163,210 North Dakota $162,897 Michigan $162,402 Wisconsin $162,221 Vermont $161,858

Texas $160,852 Maine $160,786 Arizona $160,687 Ohio $160,572 Georgia $159,055 Indiana $158,296 Wyoming $158,148 Utah $157,917

Iowa $157,818 Kansas $157,026 Louisiana $156,795 North Carolina $156,713 Missouri $156,680 Florida $156,037 Montana $155,691 Nebraska $155,361

Kentucky $155,179 South Carolina $154,520 Tennessee $154,107 Idaho $153,943 New Mexico $152,739 Oklahoma $152,475 Alabama $151,502 South Dakota $149,869

Arkansas $148,979 West Virginia $148,501 Mississippi $147,066

Top Paying Cities for Electrical Power 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: $172,841
Little Creek: $171,242
Magnolia: $171,951

Lincoln, DE $172,841 Little Creek, DE $171,242 Magnolia, DE $171,951 Milford, DE $172,841 Marydel, DE $170,598 Millsboro, DE $172,841 Millville, DE $173,995 Milton, DE $172,841

Nassau, DE $172,841 Ocean View, DE $173,995 Rehoboth Beach, DE $173,995 Seaford, DE $171,027 Selbyville, DE $173,995 Smyrna, DE $170,400 Viola, DE $171,951 Woodside, DE $171,456

Bear, DE $169,147 Newark, DE $169,213 Claymont, DE $169,345 Delaware City, DE $169,213 Hockessin, DE $169,345 Kirkwood, DE $169,213 Middletown, DE $170,054 Montchanin, DE $169,345

New Castle, DE $169,345 Odessa, DE $170,285 Port Penn, DE $168,751 Rockland, DE $169,345 Saint Georges, DE $169,213 Townsend, DE $170,038 Winterthur, DE $169,345 Lewes, DE $172,841

Wilmington, DE $169,345 Dover, DE $171,159 Dover Afb, DE $171,555 Bethany Beach, DE $173,995 Bethel, DE $171,027 Bridgeville, DE $172,841 Camden Wyoming, DE $171,340 Cheswold, DE $170,763

Clayton, DE $170,335 Dagsboro, DE $173,995 Delmar, DE $171,027 Ellendale, DE $172,841 Felton, DE $172,841 Fenwick Island, DE $173,995 Frankford, DE $173,995 Frederica, DE $172,841

Georgetown, DE $172,841 Greenwood, DE $172,841 Harbeson, DE $172,841 Harrington, DE $172,841 Hartly, DE $170,252 Houston, DE $172,841 Kenton, DE $170,335 Laurel, DE $171,027

Yorklyn, DE $169,345

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

Understanding how an Electrical Power 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.

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$154,603

Average $167,003/year

$175,336

$12,884

Average $13,917/month

$14,611

$2,973

Average $3,212/week

$3,372

$74

Average $80/hour

$84

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$175,336	$14,611	$3,372	$84
Average	$167,003	$13,917	$3,212	$80
25th Percentile	$154,603	$12,884	$2,973	$74

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