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 $46,996 for beginners, reaching about $48,419 at mid-level, and approach $48,736 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 $52,106, California $51,908, Massachusetts $51,216. 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: $93,302; Stationary Engineer Apprentice: $64,848; Lineman Apprentice: $62,983; Software Engineer Apprentice: $61,047; Electrician - Apprentice: $55,600.

Apprentice Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does an Apprentice Engineer make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for an Apprentice Engineer in Delaware is $47,658 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): $55,893
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $43,121 to $51,969
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $38,990

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Apprentice Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$51,969	$4,331	$999	$25
Average	$47,658	$3,972	$917	$23
25th Percentile	$43,121	$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): $46,996
Early Career (1-2 years): $47,785
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $48,419
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $48,609
Expert (over 8 years): $48,736

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Apprentice Engineer	$46,996
Intermediate Level Apprentice Engineer	$47,785
Senior Level Apprentice Engineer	$48,419
Specialist Level Apprentice Engineer	$48,609
Expert Level Apprentice Engineer	$48,736

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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: $52,106.
California: $51,908.
Massachusetts: $51,216.

District of Columbia $52,106 California $51,908 Massachusetts $51,216 Washington $51,028 New Jersey $51,009 Alaska $50,943 Connecticut $50,294 New York $50,030

Hawaii $49,188 Rhode Island $48,793 Maryland $48,524 Minnesota $48,157 Colorado $48,016 Illinois $47,969 Oregon $47,790 Delaware $47,658

New Hampshire $47,576 Virginia $47,390 Pennsylvania $46,849 Nevada $46,576 North Dakota $46,487 Michigan $46,345 Wisconsin $46,294 Vermont $46,190

Texas $45,903 Maine $45,884 Arizona $45,856 Ohio $45,823 Georgia $45,390 Indiana $45,174 Wyoming $45,131 Utah $45,065

Iowa $45,037 Kansas $44,811 Louisiana $44,745 North Carolina $44,722 Missouri $44,712 Florida $44,529 Montana $44,430 Nebraska $44,336

Kentucky $44,284 South Carolina $44,096 Tennessee $43,978 Idaho $43,931 New Mexico $43,588 Oklahoma $43,512 Alabama $43,235 South Dakota $42,769

Arkansas $42,515 West Virginia $42,378 Mississippi $41,969

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: $49,324
Little Creek: $48,868
Magnolia: $49,070

Lincoln, DE $49,324 Little Creek, DE $48,868 Magnolia, DE $49,070 Milford, DE $49,324 Marydel, DE $48,684 Millsboro, DE $49,324 Millville, DE $49,654 Milton, DE $49,324

Nassau, DE $49,324 Ocean View, DE $49,654 Rehoboth Beach, DE $49,654 Seaford, DE $48,807 Selbyville, DE $49,654 Smyrna, DE $48,628 Viola, DE $49,070 Woodside, DE $48,929

Bear, DE $48,270 Newark, DE $48,289 Claymont, DE $48,327 Delaware City, DE $48,289 Hockessin, DE $48,327 Kirkwood, DE $48,289 Middletown, DE $48,529 Montchanin, DE $48,327

New Castle, DE $48,327 Odessa, DE $48,595 Port Penn, DE $48,157 Rockland, DE $48,327 Saint Georges, DE $48,289 Townsend, DE $48,524 Winterthur, DE $48,327 Lewes, DE $49,324

Wilmington, DE $48,327 Dover, DE $48,844 Dover Afb, DE $48,957 Bethany Beach, DE $49,654 Bethel, DE $48,807 Bridgeville, DE $49,324 Camden Wyoming, DE $48,896 Cheswold, DE $48,731

Clayton, DE $48,609 Dagsboro, DE $49,654 Delmar, DE $48,807 Ellendale, DE $49,324 Felton, DE $49,324 Fenwick Island, DE $49,654 Frankford, DE $49,654 Frederica, DE $49,324

Georgetown, DE $49,324 Greenwood, DE $49,324 Harbeson, DE $49,324 Harrington, DE $49,324 Hartly, DE $48,586 Houston, DE $49,324 Kenton, DE $48,609 Laurel, DE $48,807

Yorklyn, DE $48,327

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 January 01, 2026

$43,121

Average $47,658/year

$51,969

$3,593

Average $3,972/month

$4,331

$829

Average $917/week

$999

$21

Average $23/hour

$25

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$51,969	$4,331	$999	$25
Average	$47,658	$3,972	$917	$23
25th Percentile	$43,121	$3,593	$829	$21

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