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 $105,880, a Field Service Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $125,261, a Master Engineer (7-10 years)earns $145,530, a Field Service Supervisor (10+ years)earns $90,639, a Field Service Supervisor, Sr. (10+ years)earns $101,773,

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 $158,539, California $157,937, Massachusetts $155,833. 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: $147,587; Systems Engineer Master: $146,996.

Master Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Master Engineer make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Master Engineer in Delaware is $145,008 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): $157,645
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $137,481 to $151,622
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $130,629

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Master Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$151,622	$12,635	$2,916	$73
Average	$145,008	$12,084	$2,789	$70
25th Percentile	$137,481	$11,457	$2,644	$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): $105,880
Early Career (1-2 years): $125,261
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $145,530
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $90,639
Expert (over 8 years): $101,773

Levels	Salary
Field Ser... Level Master Engineer	$105,880
Field Ser... Level Master Engineer	$125,261
Master En... Level Master Engineer	$145,530
Field Ser... Level Master Engineer	$90,639
Field Ser... Level Master Engineer	$101,773

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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: $158,539.
California: $157,937.
Massachusetts: $155,833.

District of Columbia $158,539 California $157,937 Massachusetts $155,833 Washington $155,260 New Jersey $155,203 Alaska $155,002 Connecticut $153,026 New York $152,224

Hawaii $149,661 Rhode Island $148,458 Maryland $147,642 Minnesota $146,525 Colorado $146,096 Illinois $145,953 Oregon $145,408 Delaware $145,008

New Hampshire $144,755 Virginia $144,191 Pennsylvania $142,545 Nevada $141,714 North Dakota $141,442 Michigan $141,013 Wisconsin $140,855 Vermont $140,540

Texas $139,667 Maine $139,609 Arizona $139,523 Ohio $139,423 Georgia $138,106 Indiana $137,447 Wyoming $137,318 Utah $137,118

Iowa $137,032 Kansas $136,345 Louisiana $136,144 North Carolina $136,073 Missouri $136,044 Florida $135,485 Montana $135,185 Nebraska $134,898

Kentucky $134,741 South Carolina $134,168 Tennessee $133,810 Idaho $133,667 New Mexico $132,622 Oklahoma $132,393 Alabama $131,548 South Dakota $130,130

Arkansas $129,357 West Virginia $128,942 Mississippi $127,696

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: $150,076
Little Creek: $148,687
Magnolia: $149,303

Lincoln, DE $150,076 Little Creek, DE $148,687 Magnolia, DE $149,303 Milford, DE $150,076 Marydel, DE $148,129 Millsboro, DE $150,076 Millville, DE $151,079 Milton, DE $150,076

Nassau, DE $150,076 Ocean View, DE $151,079 Rehoboth Beach, DE $151,079 Seaford, DE $148,501 Selbyville, DE $151,079 Smyrna, DE $147,957 Viola, DE $149,303 Woodside, DE $148,874

Bear, DE $146,869 Newark, DE $146,926 Claymont, DE $147,041 Delaware City, DE $146,926 Hockessin, DE $147,041 Kirkwood, DE $146,926 Middletown, DE $147,656 Montchanin, DE $147,041

New Castle, DE $147,041 Odessa, DE $147,857 Port Penn, DE $146,525 Rockland, DE $147,041 Saint Georges, DE $146,926 Townsend, DE $147,642 Winterthur, DE $147,041 Lewes, DE $150,076

Wilmington, DE $147,041 Dover, DE $148,616 Dover Afb, DE $148,960 Bethany Beach, DE $151,079 Bethel, DE $148,501 Bridgeville, DE $150,076 Camden Wyoming, DE $148,773 Cheswold, DE $148,272

Clayton, DE $147,900 Dagsboro, DE $151,079 Delmar, DE $148,501 Ellendale, DE $150,076 Felton, DE $150,076 Fenwick Island, DE $151,079 Frankford, DE $151,079 Frederica, DE $150,076

Georgetown, DE $150,076 Greenwood, DE $150,076 Harbeson, DE $150,076 Harrington, DE $150,076 Hartly, DE $147,828 Houston, DE $150,076 Kenton, DE $147,900 Laurel, DE $148,501

Yorklyn, DE $147,041

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.

Last Updated on April 01, 2026

$137,481

Average $145,008/year

$151,622

$11,457

Average $12,084/month

$12,635

$2,644

Average $2,789/week

$2,916

$66

Average $70/hour

$73

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$151,622	$12,635	$2,916	$73
Average	$145,008	$12,084	$2,789	$70
25th Percentile	$137,481	$11,457	$2,644	$66

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