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

How does experience change A Standards Engineer's salary?

A Standards Engineer's salary grows with experience: starting around $107,423 for beginners, reaching about $114,570 at mid-level, and approach $123,720 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 $122,196, California $121,733, Massachusetts $120,110. 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: $199,827; Infection Control Standards and Compliance Director: $172,220; Vendor Quality Compliance and Standards Manager: $135,693; 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 May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Standards Engineer in Delaware is $111,767 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): $148,004
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $93,371 to $130,735
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $76,622

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Standards Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$130,735	$10,895	$2,514	$63
Average	$111,767	$9,314	$2,149	$54
25th Percentile	$93,371	$7,781	$1,796	$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): $107,423
Early Career (1-2 years): $107,934
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $114,570
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $123,110
Expert (over 8 years): $123,720

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Standards Engineer	$107,423
Intermediate Level Standards Engineer	$107,934
Senior Level Standards Engineer	$114,570
Specialist Level Standards Engineer	$123,110
Expert Level Standards Engineer	$123,720

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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: $122,196.
California: $121,733.
Massachusetts: $120,110.

District of Columbia $122,196 California $121,733 Massachusetts $120,110 Washington $119,669 New Jersey $119,625 Alaska $119,470 Connecticut $117,947 New York $117,329

Hawaii $115,353 Rhode Island $114,426 Maryland $113,797 Minnesota $112,937 Colorado $112,605 Illinois $112,495 Oregon $112,076 Delaware $111,767

New Hampshire $111,572 Virginia $111,138 Pennsylvania $109,868 Nevada $109,228 North Dakota $109,019 Michigan $108,687 Wisconsin $108,566 Vermont $108,323

Texas $107,650 Maine $107,606 Arizona $107,540 Ohio $107,462 Georgia $106,447 Indiana $105,939 Wyoming $105,840 Utah $105,686

Iowa $105,619 Kansas $105,090 Louisiana $104,935 North Carolina $104,880 Missouri $104,858 Florida $104,427 Montana $104,196 Nebraska $103,975

Kentucky $103,853 South Carolina $103,412 Tennessee $103,136 Idaho $103,026 New Mexico $102,220 Oklahoma $102,043 Alabama $101,392 South Dakota $100,300

Arkansas $99,704 West Virginia $99,384 Mississippi $98,424

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: $111,263
Little Creek: $112,078
Magnolia: $111,917

Lincoln, DE $111,263 Little Creek, DE $112,078 Magnolia, DE $111,917 Milford, DE $111,546 Marydel, DE $111,729 Millsboro, DE $110,797 Millville, DE $110,968 Milton, DE $111,160

Nassau, DE $111,240 Ocean View, DE $110,949 Rehoboth Beach, DE $111,162 Seaford, DE $111,225 Selbyville, DE $110,765 Smyrna, DE $112,155 Viola, DE $111,639 Woodside, DE $111,939

Bear, DE $111,681 Newark, DE $111,639 Claymont, DE $111,867 Delaware City, DE $111,750 Hockessin, DE $111,629 Kirkwood, DE $111,729 Middletown, DE $111,772 Montchanin, DE $111,654

New Castle, DE $111,671 Odessa, DE $111,827 Port Penn, DE $111,902 Rockland, DE $111,665 Saint Georges, DE $111,737 Townsend, DE $111,909 Winterthur, DE $111,678 Lewes, DE $111,203

Wilmington, DE $111,634 Dover, DE $112,078 Dover Afb, DE $111,487 Bethany Beach, DE $110,832 Bethel, DE $110,947 Bridgeville, DE $111,208 Camden Wyoming, DE $111,762 Cheswold, DE $112,041

Clayton, DE $112,045 Dagsboro, DE $110,755 Delmar, DE $110,577 Ellendale, DE $110,912 Felton, DE $111,537 Fenwick Island, DE $110,779 Frankford, DE $110,586 Frederica, DE $111,647

Georgetown, DE $110,713 Greenwood, DE $111,226 Harbeson, DE $110,831 Harrington, DE $111,396 Hartly, DE $111,742 Houston, DE $111,237 Kenton, DE $112,050 Laurel, DE $110,646

Yorklyn, DE $111,662

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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$93,371

Average $111,767/year

$130,735

$7,781

Average $9,314/month

$10,895

$1,796

Average $2,149/week

$2,514

$45

Average $54/hour

$63

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$130,735	$10,895	$2,514	$63
Average	$111,767	$9,314	$2,149	$54
25th Percentile	$93,371	$7,781	$1,796	$45

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