As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Wastewater Engineer in Milford, DE is $53,065, equivalent to $26 per hour, $1,020 weekly, or $4,422 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Wastewater Engineer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Wastewater Engineer in Milford, DE vary widely, spanning from $43,689 to $62,576. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($48,157) and 75th percentile ($58,043), while top earners (90th percentile) make $62,576 per year. This $9,886 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Environmental Science, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Milford Wastewater Engineer often earn 0.2% higher than national averages. However, Milford currently ranks 299 statewide for Wastewater Engineer job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Wastewater Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Wastewater Engineer Salary $43,689 Milford, DE July 01, 2026
25th Percentile Wastewater Engineer Salary $48,157 Milford, DE July 01, 2026
50th Percentile Wastewater Engineer Salary $53,065 Milford, DE July 01, 2026
75th Percentile Wastewater Engineer Salary $58,043 Milford, DE July 01, 2026
90th Percentile Wastewater Engineer Salary $62,576 Milford, DE July 01, 2026
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    Wastewater Engineer

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    Waste Water Treatment Technician II

    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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About Milford, Delaware    Milford is a city in Kent and Sussex counties in the U.S. state of Delaware. According to the 2010 census, the population of the city is 9,559. The Ke....More

Milford, Delaware  area prices were up 1.0% from a year ago

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