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

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Standards Engineer?

The Construction industry offers the highest average compensation for Standards Engineer roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Standards Engineer's salary?

A Standards Engineer's salary grows with experience: starting around $107,509 for beginners, reaching about $114,661 at mid-level, and approach $123,891 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Standards Engineer?

Standards Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Standards Engineer roles are District of Columbia $122,284, California $121,820, Massachusetts $120,196. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Standards Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Standards Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Director, Quality & Standards: $199,862; Infection Control Standards and Compliance Director: $172,240; Vendor Quality Compliance and Standards Manager: $135,713; Vendor Quality Compliance and Standards Analyst IV: $125,943; Infection Control Standards and Compliance Manager: $124,600.

Standards Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Standards Engineer make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Standards Engineer in Delaware is $111,847 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $54.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $148,376
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $93,475 to $130,967
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $76,748

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Standards Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$130,967	$10,914	$2,519	$63
Average	$111,847	$9,321	$2,151	$54
25th Percentile	$93,475	$7,790	$1,798	$45

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Key Factors That Influence Standards Engineer Salaries

A Standards 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 Standards Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Standards 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): $107,509
Early Career (1-2 years): $108,019
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $114,661
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $123,276
Expert (over 8 years): $123,891

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Standards Engineer	$107,509
Intermediate Level Standards Engineer	$108,019
Senior Level Standards Engineer	$114,661
Specialist Level Standards Engineer	$123,276
Expert Level Standards Engineer	$123,891

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

District of Columbia: $122,284.
California: $121,820.
Massachusetts: $120,196.

District of Columbia $122,284 California $121,820 Massachusetts $120,196 Washington $119,754 New Jersey $119,710 Alaska $119,556 Connecticut $118,032 New York $117,413

Hawaii $115,436 Rhode Island $114,508 Maryland $113,879 Minnesota $113,017 Colorado $112,686 Illinois $112,576 Oregon $112,156 Delaware $111,847

New Hampshire $111,652 Virginia $111,217 Pennsylvania $109,947 Nevada $109,306 North Dakota $109,097 Michigan $108,765 Wisconsin $108,644 Vermont $108,401

Texas $107,727 Maine $107,683 Arizona $107,617 Ohio $107,539 Georgia $106,523 Indiana $106,015 Wyoming $105,916 Utah $105,761

Iowa $105,695 Kansas $105,165 Louisiana $105,010 North Carolina $104,955 Missouri $104,933 Florida $104,502 Montana $104,270 Nebraska $104,049

Kentucky $103,928 South Carolina $103,486 Tennessee $103,210 Idaho $103,099 New Mexico $102,293 Oklahoma $102,117 Alabama $101,465 South Dakota $100,372

Arkansas $99,775 West Virginia $99,455 Mississippi $98,494

Top Paying Cities for Standards 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: $111,343
Little Creek: $112,158
Magnolia: $111,997

Lincoln, DE $111,343 Little Creek, DE $112,158 Magnolia, DE $111,997 Milford, DE $111,626 Marydel, DE $111,809 Millsboro, DE $110,876 Millville, DE $111,047 Milton, DE $111,239

Nassau, DE $111,320 Ocean View, DE $111,028 Rehoboth Beach, DE $111,241 Seaford, DE $111,304 Selbyville, DE $110,844 Smyrna, DE $112,235 Viola, DE $111,719 Woodside, DE $112,019

Bear, DE $111,760 Newark, DE $111,719 Claymont, DE $111,947 Delaware City, DE $111,830 Hockessin, DE $111,709 Kirkwood, DE $111,809 Middletown, DE $111,852 Montchanin, DE $111,734

New Castle, DE $111,751 Odessa, DE $111,907 Port Penn, DE $111,982 Rockland, DE $111,745 Saint Georges, DE $111,817 Townsend, DE $111,989 Winterthur, DE $111,758 Lewes, DE $111,282

Wilmington, DE $111,714 Dover, DE $112,158 Dover Afb, DE $111,567 Bethany Beach, DE $110,911 Bethel, DE $111,026 Bridgeville, DE $111,288 Camden Wyoming, DE $111,842 Cheswold, DE $112,122

Clayton, DE $112,125 Dagsboro, DE $110,834 Delmar, DE $110,656 Ellendale, DE $110,992 Felton, DE $111,617 Fenwick Island, DE $110,858 Frankford, DE $110,665 Frederica, DE $111,727

Georgetown, DE $110,792 Greenwood, DE $111,305 Harbeson, DE $110,910 Harrington, DE $111,476 Hartly, DE $111,822 Houston, DE $111,317 Kenton, DE $112,130 Laurel, DE $110,726

Yorklyn, DE $111,742

Standards Engineer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Standards Engineer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Construction and MFG Durable sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Standards Engineer positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or MFG Nondurable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Standards Engineer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Standards Engineer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Construction	$134,216	$65.0	20%
MFG Durable	$125,268	$60.0	12%
Aerospace & Defense	$123,031	$59.0	10%
Energy & Utilities	$123,031	$59.0	10%
Internet	$120,794	$58.0	8%

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

Understanding how a Standards 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.

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$93,475

Average $111,847/year

$130,967

$7,790

Average $9,321/month

$10,914

$1,798

Average $2,151/week

$2,519

$45

Average $54/hour

$63

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$130,967	$10,914	$2,519	$63
Average	$111,847	$9,321	$2,151	$54
25th Percentile	$93,475	$7,790	$1,798	$45

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