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

A Program Engineer's salary grows with experience: starting around $102,627 for beginners, reaching about $104,340 at mid-level, and approach $107,963 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Program Engineer?

Program Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Program Engineer roles are District of Columbia $115,948, California $115,508, Massachusetts $113,969. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Program Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Program Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Six Sigma Quality Program Director: $180,379; Project Engineer V: $156,882; Junior Engineer Program Manager: $153,624; Engineer Program Manager: $145,987; Program Manager: $143,889.

Program Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Program Engineer make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Program Engineer in Delaware is $106,052 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $51.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $124,389
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $93,722 to $115,650
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $82,497

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Program Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$115,650	$9,638	$2,224	$56
Average	$106,052	$8,838	$2,039	$51
25th Percentile	$93,722	$7,810	$1,802	$45

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Key Factors That Influence Program Engineer Salaries

A Program 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 Program Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Program 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): $102,627
Early Career (1-2 years): $103,141
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $104,340
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $105,709
Expert (over 8 years): $107,963

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Program Engineer	$102,627
Intermediate Level Program Engineer	$103,141
Senior Level Program Engineer	$104,340
Specialist Level Program Engineer	$105,709
Expert Level Program Engineer	$107,963

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

District of Columbia: $115,948.
California: $115,508.
Massachusetts: $113,969.

District of Columbia $115,948 California $115,508 Massachusetts $113,969 Washington $113,550 New Jersey $113,508 Alaska $113,362 Connecticut $111,916 New York $111,330

Hawaii $109,455 Rhode Island $108,576 Maryland $107,979 Minnesota $107,162 Colorado $106,848 Illinois $106,743 Oregon $106,345 Delaware $106,052

New Hampshire $105,868 Virginia $105,455 Pennsylvania $104,251 Nevada $103,643 North Dakota $103,444 Michigan $103,130 Wisconsin $103,015 Vermont $102,785

Texas $102,146 Maine $102,104 Arizona $102,041 Ohio $101,968 Georgia $101,004 Indiana $100,523 Wyoming $100,428 Utah $100,282

Iowa $100,219 Kansas $99,716 Louisiana $99,570 North Carolina $99,517 Missouri $99,496 Florida $99,088 Montana $98,868 Nebraska $98,659

Kentucky $98,543 South Carolina $98,125 Tennessee $97,863 Idaho $97,758 New Mexico $96,994 Oklahoma $96,826 Alabama $96,208 South Dakota $95,171

Arkansas $94,606 West Virginia $94,302 Mississippi $93,391

Top Paying Cities for Program 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: $109,759
Little Creek: $108,743
Magnolia: $109,194

Lincoln, DE $109,759 Little Creek, DE $108,743 Magnolia, DE $109,194 Milford, DE $109,759 Marydel, DE $108,335 Millsboro, DE $109,759 Millville, DE $110,492 Milton, DE $109,759

Nassau, DE $109,759 Ocean View, DE $110,492 Rehoboth Beach, DE $110,492 Seaford, DE $108,607 Selbyville, DE $110,492 Smyrna, DE $108,209 Viola, DE $109,194 Woodside, DE $108,879

Bear, DE $107,413 Newark, DE $107,455 Claymont, DE $107,539 Delaware City, DE $107,455 Hockessin, DE $107,539 Kirkwood, DE $107,455 Middletown, DE $107,989 Montchanin, DE $107,539

New Castle, DE $107,539 Odessa, DE $108,136 Port Penn, DE $107,162 Rockland, DE $107,539 Saint Georges, DE $107,455 Townsend, DE $107,979 Winterthur, DE $107,539 Lewes, DE $109,759

Wilmington, DE $107,539 Dover, DE $108,691 Dover Afb, DE $108,942 Bethany Beach, DE $110,492 Bethel, DE $108,607 Bridgeville, DE $109,759 Camden Wyoming, DE $108,806 Cheswold, DE $108,440

Clayton, DE $108,167 Dagsboro, DE $110,492 Delmar, DE $108,607 Ellendale, DE $109,759 Felton, DE $109,759 Fenwick Island, DE $110,492 Frankford, DE $110,492 Frederica, DE $109,759

Georgetown, DE $109,759 Greenwood, DE $109,759 Harbeson, DE $109,759 Harrington, DE $109,759 Hartly, DE $108,115 Houston, DE $109,759 Kenton, DE $108,167 Laurel, DE $108,607

Yorklyn, DE $107,539

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

Understanding how a Program 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 January 01, 2026

$93,722

Average $106,052/year

$115,650

$7,810

Average $8,838/month

$9,638

$1,802

Average $2,039/week

$2,224

$45

Average $51/hour

$56

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$115,650	$9,638	$2,224	$56
Average	$106,052	$8,838	$2,039	$51
25th Percentile	$93,722	$7,810	$1,802	$45

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