What are the main factors that influence an Apprentice Engineer's salary?

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

How does experience change An Apprentice Engineer's salary?

An Apprentice Engineer's salary grows with experience: starting around $46,994 for beginners, reaching about $48,417 at mid-level, and approach $48,734 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Apprentice Engineer?

Apprentice Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Apprentice Engineer roles are District of Columbia $52,104, California $51,906, Massachusetts $51,214. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Apprentice Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Apprentice Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Operating Engineer Apprentice: $93,786; Stationary Engineer Apprentice: $64,882; Lineman Apprentice: $63,004; Software Engineer Apprentice: $61,053; Electrician - Apprentice: $55,600.

Apprentice Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does an Apprentice Engineer make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for an Apprentice Engineer in Delaware is $47,656 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $23.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $55,891
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $43,120 to $51,967
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $38,989

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Apprentice Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$51,967	$4,331	$999	$25
Average	$47,656	$3,971	$916	$23
25th Percentile	$43,120	$3,593	$829	$21

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Key Factors That Influence Apprentice Engineer Salaries

An Apprentice 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 Apprentice Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Apprentice 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): $46,994
Early Career (1-2 years): $47,783
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $48,417
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $48,607
Expert (over 8 years): $48,734

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Apprentice Engineer	$46,994
Intermediate Level Apprentice Engineer	$47,783
Senior Level Apprentice Engineer	$48,417
Specialist Level Apprentice Engineer	$48,607
Expert Level Apprentice Engineer	$48,734

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

District of Columbia: $52,104.
California: $51,906.
Massachusetts: $51,214.

District of Columbia $52,104 California $51,906 Massachusetts $51,214 Washington $51,026 New Jersey $51,007 Alaska $50,941 Connecticut $50,292 New York $50,028

Hawaii $49,186 Rhode Island $48,791 Maryland $48,522 Minnesota $48,155 Colorado $48,014 Illinois $47,967 Oregon $47,788 Delaware $47,656

New Hampshire $47,574 Virginia $47,388 Pennsylvania $46,847 Nevada $46,574 North Dakota $46,485 Michigan $46,344 Wisconsin $46,292 Vermont $46,188

Texas $45,901 Maine $45,882 Arizona $45,854 Ohio $45,821 Georgia $45,388 Indiana $45,172 Wyoming $45,129 Utah $45,064

Iowa $45,035 Kansas $44,809 Louisiana $44,744 North Carolina $44,720 Missouri $44,711 Florida $44,527 Montana $44,428 Nebraska $44,334

Kentucky $44,282 South Carolina $44,094 Tennessee $43,976 Idaho $43,929 New Mexico $43,586 Oklahoma $43,511 Alabama $43,233 South Dakota $42,767

Arkansas $42,513 West Virginia $42,376 Mississippi $41,967

Top Paying Cities for Apprentice 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: $49,322
Little Creek: $48,866
Magnolia: $49,068

Lincoln, DE $49,322 Little Creek, DE $48,866 Magnolia, DE $49,068 Milford, DE $49,322 Marydel, DE $48,682 Millsboro, DE $49,322 Millville, DE $49,652 Milton, DE $49,322

Nassau, DE $49,322 Ocean View, DE $49,652 Rehoboth Beach, DE $49,652 Seaford, DE $48,805 Selbyville, DE $49,652 Smyrna, DE $48,626 Viola, DE $49,068 Woodside, DE $48,927

Bear, DE $48,268 Newark, DE $48,287 Claymont, DE $48,325 Delaware City, DE $48,287 Hockessin, DE $48,325 Kirkwood, DE $48,287 Middletown, DE $48,527 Montchanin, DE $48,325

New Castle, DE $48,325 Odessa, DE $48,593 Port Penn, DE $48,155 Rockland, DE $48,325 Saint Georges, DE $48,287 Townsend, DE $48,522 Winterthur, DE $48,325 Lewes, DE $49,322

Wilmington, DE $48,325 Dover, DE $48,842 Dover Afb, DE $48,955 Bethany Beach, DE $49,652 Bethel, DE $48,805 Bridgeville, DE $49,322 Camden Wyoming, DE $48,894 Cheswold, DE $48,729

Clayton, DE $48,607 Dagsboro, DE $49,652 Delmar, DE $48,805 Ellendale, DE $49,322 Felton, DE $49,322 Fenwick Island, DE $49,652 Frankford, DE $49,652 Frederica, DE $49,322

Georgetown, DE $49,322 Greenwood, DE $49,322 Harbeson, DE $49,322 Harrington, DE $49,322 Hartly, DE $48,584 Houston, DE $49,322 Kenton, DE $48,607 Laurel, DE $48,805

Yorklyn, DE $48,325

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

Understanding how an Apprentice 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.

Last Updated on April 01, 2026

$43,120

Average $47,656/year

$51,967

$3,593

Average $3,971/month

$4,331

$829

Average $916/week

$999

$21

Average $23/hour

$25

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$51,967	$4,331	$999	$25
Average	$47,656	$3,971	$916	$23
25th Percentile	$43,120	$3,593	$829	$21

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