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

A Mechanical Maintenance Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Mechanical Engineering Technician I (0-1 years)earns $52,135, a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer (1-3 years)earns $58,260, a Mechanical Engineering Technician III (3-5 years)earns $66,794, a Mechanical Engineering Technician IV (5-7 years)earns $74,302,

What are the highest paying states for a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer?

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Mechanical Maintenance Engineer roles are District of Columbia $63,145, California $62,906, Massachusetts $62,067. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Mechanical Maintenance Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Mechanical Maintenance Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Mechanical Engineer VI: $188,983; Mechanical Engineer V: $148,555; Manager, Mechanical Maintenance: $140,967; Mechanical Engineer IV: $129,096; Mechanical Engineer II: $93,746.

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer in Delaware is $57,756 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $28.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $70,127
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $50,496 to $64,231
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $43,887

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Mechanical Maintenance Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$64,231	$5,353	$1,235	$31
Average	$57,756	$4,813	$1,111	$28
25th Percentile	$50,496	$4,208	$971	$24

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Key Factors That Influence Mechanical Maintenance Engineer Salaries

A Mechanical Maintenance 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 Do Mechanical Maintenance 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 Mechanical Maintenance Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $63,145.
California: $62,906.
Massachusetts: $62,067.

District of Columbia $63,145 California $62,906 Massachusetts $62,067 Washington $61,839 New Jersey $61,817 Alaska $61,737 Connecticut $60,950 New York $60,630

Hawaii $59,609 Rhode Island $59,130 Maryland $58,805 Minnesota $58,360 Colorado $58,189 Illinois $58,132 Oregon $57,916 Delaware $57,756

New Hampshire $57,656 Virginia $57,431 Pennsylvania $56,775 Nevada $56,444 North Dakota $56,336 Michigan $56,165 Wisconsin $56,102 Vermont $55,977

Texas $55,629 Maine $55,606 Arizona $55,572 Ohio $55,532 Georgia $55,007 Indiana $54,745 Wyoming $54,693 Utah $54,613

Iowa $54,579 Kansas $54,305 Louisiana $54,226 North Carolina $54,197 Missouri $54,186 Florida $53,963 Montana $53,844 Nebraska $53,729

Kentucky $53,667 South Carolina $53,439 Tennessee $53,296 Idaho $53,239 New Mexico $52,823 Oklahoma $52,731 Alabama $52,395 South Dakota $51,830

Arkansas $51,522 West Virginia $51,357 Mississippi $50,861

Top Paying Cities for Mechanical Maintenance 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: $57,496
Little Creek: $57,917
Magnolia: $57,833

Lincoln, DE $57,496 Little Creek, DE $57,917 Magnolia, DE $57,833 Milford, DE $57,642 Marydel, DE $57,737 Millsboro, DE $57,255 Millville, DE $57,343 Milton, DE $57,442

Nassau, DE $57,484 Ocean View, DE $57,333 Rehoboth Beach, DE $57,443 Seaford, DE $57,476 Selbyville, DE $57,238 Smyrna, DE $57,957 Viola, DE $57,690 Woodside, DE $57,845

Bear, DE $57,711 Newark, DE $57,690 Claymont, DE $57,808 Delaware City, DE $57,747 Hockessin, DE $57,685 Kirkwood, DE $57,737 Middletown, DE $57,759 Montchanin, DE $57,698

New Castle, DE $57,706 Odessa, DE $57,787 Port Penn, DE $57,826 Rockland, DE $57,703 Saint Georges, DE $57,741 Townsend, DE $57,829 Winterthur, DE $57,710 Lewes, DE $57,464

Wilmington, DE $57,687 Dover, DE $57,917 Dover Afb, DE $57,612 Bethany Beach, DE $57,273 Bethel, DE $57,332 Bridgeville, DE $57,467 Camden Wyoming, DE $57,754 Cheswold, DE $57,898

Clayton, DE $57,900 Dagsboro, DE $57,233 Delmar, DE $57,141 Ellendale, DE $57,314 Felton, DE $57,637 Fenwick Island, DE $57,245 Frankford, DE $57,146 Frederica, DE $57,694

Georgetown, DE $57,211 Greenwood, DE $57,476 Harbeson, DE $57,272 Harrington, DE $57,564 Hartly, DE $57,743 Houston, DE $57,482 Kenton, DE $57,902 Laurel, DE $57,177

Yorklyn, DE $57,702

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Mechanical Maintenance Engineer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 52% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Mechanical Maintenance Engineer positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Mechanical Maintenance Engineer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$75,083	$36.0	30%
Pharmaceuticals	$68,152	$33.0	18%
Biotechnology	$63,531	$31.0	10%
Energy & Utilities	$63,531	$31.0	10%
Internet	$63,531	$31.0	10%

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Mechanical Maintenance 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 July 01, 2026

$50,496

Average $57,756/year

$64,231

$4,208

Average $4,813/month

$5,353

$971

Average $1,111/week

$1,235

$24

Average $28/hour

$31

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$64,231	$5,353	$1,235	$31
Average	$57,756	$4,813	$1,111	$28
25th Percentile	$50,496	$4,208	$971	$24

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