What are the main factors that influence a Master Engineer's salary?

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

How does experience change A Master Engineer's salary?

A Master Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Field Service Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $105,906, a Field Service Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $125,276, a Master Engineer (7-10 years)earns $145,533, a Field Service Supervisor (10+ years)earns $90,659, a Field Service Supervisor, Sr. (10+ years)earns $101,781,

What are the highest paying states for a Master Engineer?

Master Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Master Engineer roles are District of Columbia $158,544, California $157,943, Massachusetts $155,838. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Master Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Master Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Six Sigma Master Black Belt: $180,400; Engineer, Lead/Master - Nuclear: $161,900; Master Level Quality Assurance Engineer: $150,350; Engineer, Lead/Master - Mechanical: $147,578; Systems Engineer Master: $146,998.

Master Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Master Engineer make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Master Engineer in Delaware is $145,013 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $70.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $157,687
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $137,517 to $151,647
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $130,692

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Master Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$151,647	$12,637	$2,916	$73
Average	$145,013	$12,084	$2,789	$70
25th Percentile	$137,517	$11,460	$2,645	$66

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Key Factors That Influence Master Engineer Salaries

A Master 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 Master Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Master 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): $105,906
Early Career (1-2 years): $125,276
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $145,533
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $90,659
Expert (over 8 years): $101,781

Levels	Salary
Field Ser... Level Master Engineer	$105,906
Field Ser... Level Master Engineer	$125,276
Master En... Level Master Engineer	$145,533
Field Ser... Level Master Engineer	$90,659
Field Ser... Level Master Engineer	$101,781

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

District of Columbia: $158,544.
California: $157,943.
Massachusetts: $155,838.

District of Columbia $158,544 California $157,943 Massachusetts $155,838 Washington $155,265 New Jersey $155,208 Alaska $155,008 Connecticut $153,031 New York $152,230

Hawaii $149,666 Rhode Island $148,464 Maryland $147,647 Minnesota $146,530 Colorado $146,101 Illinois $145,958 Oregon $145,414 Delaware $145,013

New Hampshire $144,761 Virginia $144,196 Pennsylvania $142,550 Nevada $141,719 North Dakota $141,447 Michigan $141,017 Wisconsin $140,860 Vermont $140,545

Texas $139,671 Maine $139,614 Arizona $139,528 Ohio $139,428 Georgia $138,111 Indiana $137,452 Wyoming $137,323 Utah $137,123

Iowa $137,037 Kansas $136,349 Louisiana $136,149 North Carolina $136,077 Missouri $136,049 Florida $135,490 Montana $135,189 Nebraska $134,903

Kentucky $134,746 South Carolina $134,173 Tennessee $133,815 Idaho $133,672 New Mexico $132,626 Oklahoma $132,397 Alabama $131,552 South Dakota $130,135

Arkansas $129,361 West Virginia $128,946 Mississippi $127,700

Top Paying Cities for Master 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: $144,360
Little Creek: $145,416
Magnolia: $145,207

Lincoln, DE $144,360 Little Creek, DE $145,416 Magnolia, DE $145,207 Milford, DE $144,726 Marydel, DE $144,964 Millsboro, DE $143,754 Millville, DE $143,976 Milton, DE $144,225

Nassau, DE $144,330 Ocean View, DE $143,951 Rehoboth Beach, DE $144,228 Seaford, DE $144,309 Selbyville, DE $143,712 Smyrna, DE $145,517 Viola, DE $144,846 Woodside, DE $145,236

Bear, DE $144,901 Newark, DE $144,846 Claymont, DE $145,143 Delaware City, DE $144,991 Hockessin, DE $144,834 Kirkwood, DE $144,964 Middletown, DE $145,020 Montchanin, DE $144,867

New Castle, DE $144,888 Odessa, DE $145,091 Port Penn, DE $145,189 Rockland, DE $144,881 Saint Georges, DE $144,974 Townsend, DE $145,197 Winterthur, DE $144,898 Lewes, DE $144,281

Wilmington, DE $144,841 Dover, DE $145,416 Dover Afb, DE $144,650 Bethany Beach, DE $143,800 Bethel, DE $143,949 Bridgeville, DE $144,288 Camden Wyoming, DE $145,007 Cheswold, DE $145,369

Clayton, DE $145,373 Dagsboro, DE $143,699 Delmar, DE $143,469 Ellendale, DE $143,904 Felton, DE $144,715 Fenwick Island, DE $143,731 Frankford, DE $143,480 Frederica, DE $144,858

Georgetown, DE $143,645 Greenwood, DE $144,311 Harbeson, DE $143,798 Harrington, DE $144,531 Hartly, DE $144,981 Houston, DE $144,325 Kenton, DE $145,381 Laurel, DE $143,559

Yorklyn, DE $144,877

Master Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Master 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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$137,517

Average $145,013/year

$151,647

$11,460

Average $12,084/month

$12,637

$2,645

Average $2,789/week

$2,916

$66

Average $70/hour

$73

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$151,647	$12,637	$2,916	$73
Average	$145,013	$12,084	$2,789	$70
25th Percentile	$137,517	$11,460	$2,645	$66

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