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 $77,211, an Inventory Control Analyst IV (7+ years)earns $102,693, an SCADA Programmer (7+ years)earns $78,818, an Inventory Control Senior Supervisor (7+ years)earns $87,478, an Inventory Control Manager (7+ years)earns $98,803,

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 $85,456, California $85,132, Massachusetts $83,997. 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: $148,854; SCADA Engineer: $123,056; SCADA Analyst: $112,213; Scada Operator: $93,928; CAD Programmer: $86,364.

SCADA Programmer Salary in Delaware

How much does a SCADA Programmer make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a SCADA Programmer in Delaware is $78,162 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): $100,345
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $68,714 to $89,774
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $60,112

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SCADA Programmer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$89,774	$7,481	$1,726	$43
Average	$78,162	$6,514	$1,503	$38
25th Percentile	$68,714	$5,726	$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): $77,211
Early Career (1-2 years): $102,693
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $78,818
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $87,478
Expert (over 8 years): $98,803

Levels	Salary
Inventory... Level SCADA Programmer	$77,211
Inventory... Level SCADA Programmer	$102,693
SCADA Pro... Level SCADA Programmer	$78,818
Inventory... Level SCADA Programmer	$87,478
Inventory... Level SCADA Programmer	$98,803

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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: $85,456.
California: $85,132.
Massachusetts: $83,997.

District of Columbia $85,456 California $85,132 Massachusetts $83,997 Washington $83,688 New Jersey $83,657 Alaska $83,549 Connecticut $82,484 New York $82,052

Hawaii $80,670 Rhode Island $80,022 Maryland $79,582 Minnesota $78,980 Colorado $78,749 Illinois $78,671 Oregon $78,378 Delaware $78,162

New Hampshire $78,026 Virginia $77,722 Pennsylvania $76,834 Nevada $76,387 North Dakota $76,240 Michigan $76,009 Wisconsin $75,924 Vermont $75,754

Texas $75,283 Maine $75,252 Arizona $75,206 Ohio $75,152 Georgia $74,442 Indiana $74,087 Wyoming $74,017 Utah $73,909

Iowa $73,863 Kansas $73,493 Louisiana $73,384 North Carolina $73,346 Missouri $73,330 Florida $73,029 Montana $72,867 Nebraska $72,713

Kentucky $72,628 South Carolina $72,319 Tennessee $72,126 Idaho $72,049 New Mexico $71,486 Oklahoma $71,362 Alabama $70,907 South Dakota $70,143

Arkansas $69,726 West Virginia $69,502 Mississippi $68,831

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: $77,810
Little Creek: $78,380
Magnolia: $78,267

Lincoln, DE $77,810 Little Creek, DE $78,380 Magnolia, DE $78,267 Milford, DE $78,008 Marydel, DE $78,136 Millsboro, DE $77,484 Millville, DE $77,603 Milton, DE $77,738

Nassau, DE $77,794 Ocean View, DE $77,590 Rehoboth Beach, DE $77,739 Seaford, DE $77,783 Selbyville, DE $77,461 Smyrna, DE $78,434 Viola, DE $78,072 Woodside, DE $78,282

Bear, DE $78,102 Newark, DE $78,072 Claymont, DE $78,232 Delaware City, DE $78,150 Hockessin, DE $78,066 Kirkwood, DE $78,136 Middletown, DE $78,166 Montchanin, DE $78,083

New Castle, DE $78,095 Odessa, DE $78,204 Port Penn, DE $78,257 Rockland, DE $78,091 Saint Georges, DE $78,141 Townsend, DE $78,262 Winterthur, DE $78,100 Lewes, DE $77,768

Wilmington, DE $78,069 Dover, DE $78,380 Dover Afb, DE $77,967 Bethany Beach, DE $77,508 Bethel, DE $77,589 Bridgeville, DE $77,771 Camden Wyoming, DE $78,159 Cheswold, DE $78,354

Clayton, DE $78,357 Dagsboro, DE $77,454 Delmar, DE $77,330 Ellendale, DE $77,565 Felton, DE $78,001 Fenwick Island, DE $77,471 Frankford, DE $77,336 Frederica, DE $78,079

Georgetown, DE $77,425 Greenwood, DE $77,784 Harbeson, DE $77,508 Harrington, DE $77,903 Hartly, DE $78,145 Houston, DE $77,792 Kenton, DE $78,360 Laurel, DE $77,379

Yorklyn, DE $78,089

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.

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$68,714

Average $78,162/year

$89,774

$5,726

Average $6,514/month

$7,481

$1,321

Average $1,503/week

$1,726

$33

Average $38/hour

$43

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$89,774	$7,481	$1,726	$43
Average	$78,162	$6,514	$1,503	$38
25th Percentile	$68,714	$5,726	$1,321	$33

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