What are the main factors that influence a SCADA Programmer's salary?

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

How does experience change A SCADA Programmer's salary?

A SCADA Programmer's salary grows with experience: an Inventory Control Analyst III (4-7 years)earns $77,215, an Inventory Control Analyst IV (7+ years)earns $102,692, an SCADA Programmer (7+ years)earns $78,801, an Inventory Control Senior Supervisor (7+ years)earns $87,474, an Inventory Control Manager (7+ years)earns $98,810,

What are the highest paying states for a SCADA Programmer?

SCADA Programmer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for SCADA Programmer roles are District of Columbia $85,437, California $85,113, Massachusetts $83,978. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of SCADA Programmer roles make?

Salaries for SCADA Programmer level roles vary by specialization: Scada Specialist: $148,780; SCADA Engineer: $123,043; SCADA Analyst: $112,212; Scada Operator: $93,928; CAD Programmer: $86,364.

SCADA Programmer Salary in Delaware

How much does a SCADA Programmer make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a SCADA Programmer in Delaware is $78,145 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $38.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $100,309
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $68,699 to $89,746
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $60,099

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SCADA Programmer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$89,746	$7,479	$1,726	$43
Average	$78,145	$6,512	$1,503	$38
25th Percentile	$68,699	$5,725	$1,321	$33

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Key Factors That Influence SCADA Programmer Salaries

A SCADA Programmer'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 SCADA Programmer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a SCADA Programmer'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): $77,215
Early Career (1-2 years): $102,692
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $78,801
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $87,474
Expert (over 8 years): $98,810

Levels	Salary
Inventory... Level SCADA Programmer	$77,215
Inventory... Level SCADA Programmer	$102,692
SCADA Pro... Level SCADA Programmer	$78,801
Inventory... Level SCADA Programmer	$87,474
Inventory... Level SCADA Programmer	$98,810

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How Do SCADA Programmer 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 SCADA Programmers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $85,437.
California: $85,113.
Massachusetts: $83,978.

District of Columbia $85,437 California $85,113 Massachusetts $83,978 Washington $83,670 New Jersey $83,639 Alaska $83,531 Connecticut $82,466 New York $82,034

Hawaii $80,652 Rhode Island $80,004 Maryland $79,564 Minnesota $78,963 Colorado $78,731 Illinois $78,654 Oregon $78,361 Delaware $78,145

New Hampshire $78,009 Virginia $77,705 Pennsylvania $76,817 Nevada $76,370 North Dakota $76,223 Michigan $75,992 Wisconsin $75,907 Vermont $75,737

Texas $75,266 Maine $75,235 Arizona $75,189 Ohio $75,135 Georgia $74,425 Indiana $74,070 Wyoming $74,001 Utah $73,893

Iowa $73,847 Kansas $73,476 Louisiana $73,368 North Carolina $73,330 Missouri $73,314 Florida $73,013 Montana $72,851 Nebraska $72,697

Kentucky $72,612 South Carolina $72,303 Tennessee $72,110 Idaho $72,033 New Mexico $71,470 Oklahoma $71,346 Alabama $70,891 South Dakota $70,127

Arkansas $69,710 West Virginia $69,487 Mississippi $68,815

Top Paying Cities for SCADA Programmers

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: $80,876
Little Creek: $80,128
Magnolia: $80,460

Lincoln, DE $80,876 Little Creek, DE $80,128 Magnolia, DE $80,460 Milford, DE $80,876 Marydel, DE $79,827 Millsboro, DE $80,876 Millville, DE $81,416 Milton, DE $80,876

Nassau, DE $80,876 Ocean View, DE $81,416 Rehoboth Beach, DE $81,416 Seaford, DE $80,027 Selbyville, DE $81,416 Smyrna, DE $79,734 Viola, DE $80,460 Woodside, DE $80,228

Bear, DE $79,148 Newark, DE $79,179 Claymont, DE $79,240 Delaware City, DE $79,179 Hockessin, DE $79,240 Kirkwood, DE $79,179 Middletown, DE $79,572 Montchanin, DE $79,240

New Castle, DE $79,240 Odessa, DE $79,680 Port Penn, DE $78,963 Rockland, DE $79,240 Saint Georges, DE $79,179 Townsend, DE $79,564 Winterthur, DE $79,240 Lewes, DE $80,876

Wilmington, DE $79,240 Dover, DE $80,089 Dover Afb, DE $80,274 Bethany Beach, DE $81,416 Bethel, DE $80,027 Bridgeville, DE $80,876 Camden Wyoming, DE $80,174 Cheswold, DE $79,904

Clayton, DE $79,703 Dagsboro, DE $81,416 Delmar, DE $80,027 Ellendale, DE $80,876 Felton, DE $80,876 Fenwick Island, DE $81,416 Frankford, DE $81,416 Frederica, DE $80,876

Georgetown, DE $80,876 Greenwood, DE $80,876 Harbeson, DE $80,876 Harrington, DE $80,876 Hartly, DE $79,665 Houston, DE $80,876 Kenton, DE $79,703 Laurel, DE $80,027

Yorklyn, DE $79,240

SCADA Programmer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a SCADA Programmer'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

$68,699

Average $78,145/year

$89,746

$5,725

Average $6,512/month

$7,479

$1,321

Average $1,503/week

$1,726

$33

Average $38/hour

$43

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$89,746	$7,479	$1,726	$43
Average	$78,145	$6,512	$1,503	$38
25th Percentile	$68,699	$5,725	$1,321	$33

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