What are the main factors that influence a Field Engineering'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 Field Engineering?

The Business Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Field Engineering roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

How does experience change A Field Engineering's salary?

A Field Engineering's salary grows with experience: a Field Engineer I - Construction (0-2 years)earns $74,733, a Field Engineering (2-4 years)earns $86,861, a Field Engineer III - Construction (4-7 years)earns $100,051, a Field Engineer IV - Construction (7+ years)earns $125,991, a Field Engineering Supervisor - Construction (7+ years)earns $120,946,

What are the highest paying states for a Field Engineering?

Field Engineering salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Field Engineering roles are District of Columbia $94,213, California $93,856, Massachusetts $92,605. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Field Engineering roles make?

Salaries for Field Engineering level roles vary by specialization: VP of Field Service Engineering: $218,480; Field Service Engineering Director: $179,570; Field Service Engineering Senior Manager: $157,200; Field Engineering Manager: $154,262; Field Engineering Manager - Construction: $143,314.

Field Engineering Salary in Delaware

How much does a Field Engineering make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Field Engineering in Delaware is $86,172 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $41.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $100,935
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $76,258 to $93,900
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $67,233

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Field Engineering Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$93,900	$7,825	$1,806	$45
Average	$86,172	$7,181	$1,657	$41
25th Percentile	$76,258	$6,355	$1,467	$37

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Key Factors That Influence Field Engineering Salaries

A Field Engineering'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 Field Engineering Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Field Engineering'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): $74,733
Early Career (1-2 years): $86,861
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $100,051
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $125,991
Expert (over 8 years): $120,946

Levels	Salary
Field Eng... Level Field Engineering	$74,733
Field Eng... Level Field Engineering	$86,861
Field Eng... Level Field Engineering	$100,051
Field Eng... Level Field Engineering	$125,991
Field Eng... Level Field Engineering	$120,946

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How Do Field Engineering 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 Field Engineerings. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $94,213.
California: $93,856.
Massachusetts: $92,605.

District of Columbia $94,213 California $93,856 Massachusetts $92,605 Washington $92,265 New Jersey $92,231 Alaska $92,112 Connecticut $90,937 New York $90,461

Hawaii $88,938 Rhode Island $88,223 Maryland $87,738 Minnesota $87,074 Colorado $86,819 Illinois $86,734 Oregon $86,410 Delaware $86,172

New Hampshire $86,022 Virginia $85,687 Pennsylvania $84,709 Nevada $84,215 North Dakota $84,053 Michigan $83,798 Wisconsin $83,705 Vermont $83,517

Texas $82,998 Maine $82,964 Arizona $82,913 Ohio $82,854 Georgia $82,071 Indiana $81,679 Wyoming $81,603 Utah $81,484

Iowa $81,433 Kansas $81,024 Louisiana $80,905 North Carolina $80,862 Missouri $80,845 Florida $80,514 Montana $80,335 Nebraska $80,165

Kentucky $80,071 South Carolina $79,731 Tennessee $79,518 Idaho $79,433 New Mexico $78,812 Oklahoma $78,676 Alabama $78,174 South Dakota $77,331

Arkansas $76,872 West Virginia $76,625 Mississippi $75,885

Top Paying Cities for Field Engineerings

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: $85,784
Little Creek: $86,412
Magnolia: $86,288

Lincoln, DE $85,784 Little Creek, DE $86,412 Magnolia, DE $86,288 Milford, DE $86,002 Marydel, DE $86,143 Millsboro, DE $85,424 Millville, DE $85,556 Milton, DE $85,704

Nassau, DE $85,766 Ocean View, DE $85,542 Rehoboth Beach, DE $85,706 Seaford, DE $85,754 Selbyville, DE $85,400 Smyrna, DE $86,472 Viola, DE $86,073 Woodside, DE $86,305

Bear, DE $86,106 Newark, DE $86,073 Claymont, DE $86,250 Delaware City, DE $86,159 Hockessin, DE $86,066 Kirkwood, DE $86,143 Middletown, DE $86,176 Montchanin, DE $86,085

New Castle, DE $86,098 Odessa, DE $86,219 Port Penn, DE $86,277 Rockland, DE $86,094 Saint Georges, DE $86,149 Townsend, DE $86,282 Winterthur, DE $86,104 Lewes, DE $85,737

Wilmington, DE $86,070 Dover, DE $86,412 Dover Afb, DE $85,957 Bethany Beach, DE $85,451 Bethel, DE $85,540 Bridgeville, DE $85,742 Camden Wyoming, DE $86,169 Cheswold, DE $86,384

Clayton, DE $86,387 Dagsboro, DE $85,392 Delmar, DE $85,255 Ellendale, DE $85,514 Felton, DE $85,995 Fenwick Island, DE $85,411 Frankford, DE $85,262 Frederica, DE $86,080

Georgetown, DE $85,360 Greenwood, DE $85,755 Harbeson, DE $85,451 Harrington, DE $85,886 Hartly, DE $86,153 Houston, DE $85,764 Kenton, DE $86,391 Laurel, DE $85,308

Yorklyn, DE $86,091

Field Engineering Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Field Engineering roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Business Services and Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Field Engineering positions in Construction or Energy & Utilities typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Field Engineering as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Field Engineering

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Business Services	$129,258	$62.0	50%
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit	$112,024	$54.0	30%
Financial Services	$103,407	$50.0	20%
Hospitality & Leisure	$99,098	$48.0	15%
MFG Nondurable	$94,789	$46.0	10%

Field Engineering Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Field Engineering'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

$76,258

Average $86,172/year

$93,900

$6,355

Average $7,181/month

$7,825

$1,467

Average $1,657/week

$1,806

$37

Average $41/hour

$45

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$93,900	$7,825	$1,806	$45
Average	$86,172	$7,181	$1,657	$41
25th Percentile	$76,258	$6,355	$1,467	$37

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