What are the main factors that influence a Surface Warfare Officer'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 Surface Warfare Officer?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Surface Warfare Officer roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change A Surface Warfare Officer's salary?

A Surface Warfare Officer's salary grows with experience: a Surface Warfare Officer (0-2 years)earns $86,390, a Project Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $98,385, a Project Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $117,274, a Project Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $134,145, a Project Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $157,413,

What are the highest paying states for a Surface Warfare Officer?

Surface Warfare Officer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Surface Warfare Officer roles are District of Columbia $93,740, California $93,384, Massachusetts $92,140. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Surface Warfare Officer roles make?

Salaries for Surface Warfare Officer level roles vary by specialization: Electronic Warfare Officer: $119,743; Cyber and Electronic Warfare Officer: $94,680; Cryptologic Warfare Officer: $80,923; Electronic Warfare: $79,668; Cyber Warfare Operations Officer: $71,276.

Surface Warfare Officer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Surface Warfare Officer make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Surface Warfare Officer in Delaware is $85,739 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $41.

However, a Surface Warfare Officer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $100,197
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $76,364 to $93,307
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $67,828

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Surface Warfare Officer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$93,307	$7,776	$1,794	$45
Average	$85,739	$7,145	$1,649	$41
25th Percentile	$76,364	$6,364	$1,469	$37

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Key Factors That Influence Surface Warfare Officer Salaries

A Surface Warfare Officer'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 Surface Warfare Officer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Surface Warfare Officer'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): $86,390
Early Career (1-2 years): $98,385
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $117,274
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $134,145
Expert (over 8 years): $157,413

Levels	Salary
Surface W... Level Surface Warfare Officer	$86,390
Project E... Level Surface Warfare Officer	$98,385
Project E... Level Surface Warfare Officer	$117,274
Project E... Level Surface Warfare Officer	$134,145
Project E... Level Surface Warfare Officer	$157,413

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How Do Surface Warfare Officer 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 Surface Warfare Officers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $93,740.
California: $93,384.
Massachusetts: $92,140.

District of Columbia $93,740 California $93,384 Massachusetts $92,140 Washington $91,801 New Jersey $91,767 Alaska $91,649 Connecticut $90,480 New York $90,006

Hawaii $88,491 Rhode Island $87,780 Maryland $87,297 Minnesota $86,637 Colorado $86,383 Illinois $86,298 Oregon $85,976 Delaware $85,739

New Hampshire $85,590 Virginia $85,257 Pennsylvania $84,283 Nevada $83,792 North Dakota $83,631 Michigan $83,377 Wisconsin $83,284 Vermont $83,098

Texas $82,581 Maine $82,547 Arizona $82,497 Ohio $82,437 Georgia $81,658 Indiana $81,269 Wyoming $81,193 Utah $81,074

Iowa $81,023 Kansas $80,617 Louisiana $80,499 North Carolina $80,456 Missouri $80,439 Florida $80,109 Montana $79,931 Nebraska $79,762

Kentucky $79,669 South Carolina $79,330 Tennessee $79,119 Idaho $79,034 New Mexico $78,416 Oklahoma $78,280 Alabama $77,781 South Dakota $76,943

Arkansas $76,485 West Virginia $76,240 Mississippi $75,503

Top Paying Cities for Surface Warfare Officers

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: $85,353
Little Creek: $85,978
Magnolia: $85,854

Lincoln, DE $85,353 Little Creek, DE $85,978 Magnolia, DE $85,854 Milford, DE $85,570 Marydel, DE $85,710 Millsboro, DE $84,995 Millville, DE $85,126 Milton, DE $85,274

Nassau, DE $85,335 Ocean View, DE $85,112 Rehoboth Beach, DE $85,275 Seaford, DE $85,324 Selbyville, DE $84,970 Smyrna, DE $86,037 Viola, DE $85,641 Woodside, DE $85,871

Bear, DE $85,673 Newark, DE $85,641 Claymont, DE $85,816 Delaware City, DE $85,727 Hockessin, DE $85,633 Kirkwood, DE $85,710 Middletown, DE $85,743 Montchanin, DE $85,653

New Castle, DE $85,666 Odessa, DE $85,786 Port Penn, DE $85,843 Rockland, DE $85,661 Saint Georges, DE $85,716 Townsend, DE $85,848 Winterthur, DE $85,672 Lewes, DE $85,307

Wilmington, DE $85,638 Dover, DE $85,978 Dover Afb, DE $85,525 Bethany Beach, DE $85,022 Bethel, DE $85,110 Bridgeville, DE $85,311 Camden Wyoming, DE $85,736 Cheswold, DE $85,950

Clayton, DE $85,953 Dagsboro, DE $84,963 Delmar, DE $84,827 Ellendale, DE $85,084 Felton, DE $85,563 Fenwick Island, DE $84,981 Frankford, DE $84,833 Frederica, DE $85,648

Georgetown, DE $84,931 Greenwood, DE $85,324 Harbeson, DE $85,021 Harrington, DE $85,455 Hartly, DE $85,721 Houston, DE $85,333 Kenton, DE $85,957 Laurel, DE $84,880

Yorklyn, DE $85,659

Surface Warfare Officer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Surface Warfare Officer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 70% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Software & Networking sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Surface Warfare Officer positions in Retail & Wholesale or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Surface Warfare Officer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Surface Warfare Officer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$111,461	$54.0	30%
Software & Networking	$111,461	$54.0	30%
Financial Services	$107,174	$52.0	25%
Energy & Utilities	$102,887	$49.0	20%
Internet	$102,887	$49.0	20%

Surface Warfare Officer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Surface Warfare Officer'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 August 01, 2026

$76,364

Average $85,739/year

$93,307

$6,364

Average $7,145/month

$7,776

$1,469

Average $1,649/week

$1,794

$37

Average $41/hour

$45

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$93,307	$7,776	$1,794	$45
Average	$85,739	$7,145	$1,649	$41
25th Percentile	$76,364	$6,364	$1,469	$37

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