Engineering Instructor Salary in the United States

How much does an Engineering Instructor make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Engineering Instructor in the United States is $75,423 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $36.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $94,938
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $65,494 to $85,638
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $56,454
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Engineering Instructor Salaries by Percentile

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Salary		 Monthly
Pay		 Weekly
Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $85,638 $7,137 $1,647 $41
Average $75,423 $6,285 $1,450 $36
25th Percentile $65,494 $5,458 $1,260 $31
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Key Factors That Influence Engineering Instructor Salaries

An Engineering Instructor'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Engineering Instructor 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 Engineering Instructors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $83,509.
  • California: $83,192.
  • Massachusetts: $82,083.

Top Paying Cities for Engineering Instructors

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:

  • San Jose: $95,131
  • San Francisco: $94,090
  • Oakland: $92,107

What Skills Can Increase an Engineering Instructor's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Commitment (Mentioned in 12.82% Job Postings): An agreement or pledge to do something in the future a commitment to improve conditions at the prison especially : an engagement to assume a financial obligation at a future date.
  • Spring (Mentioned in 1.97% Job Postings): Spring is the season during which the natural world revives and reinvigorates after the colder winter months. During spring, dormant plants begin to grow again, new seedlings sprout out of the ground and hibernating animals awake.
  • Safety Standards (Mentioned in 1.43% Job Postings): Safety standards are designed to ensure the safety of products, activities and processes, etc. They may be advisory or compulsory and are normally laid down by an advisory or regulatory body that may be either voluntary or statutory.
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Commitment 12.82%
Spring 1.97%
Safety Standards 1.43%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on an Engineering Instructor's salary.
  • Coaching: Can increase your salary by up to 31%.
  • Interpersonal Communication: Can increase your salary by up to 9%.
  • Initiative: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Coaching
 $98,805
31%
Interpersonal Communication
 $82,211
9%
Initiative
 $81,457
8%
Active Learning
 $81,457
8%
Patient Care
 $81,457
8%
LMS
 $81,457
8%
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Engineering Instructor Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Engineering Instructor roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 33% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Government, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Engineering Instructor positions in Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Engineering Instructor as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Engineering Instructor

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Government$90,508$44.020%

How Education impacts an Engineering Instructor's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Engineering Instructors enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Engineering Instructor with a Bachelor's Degree is between $80,402 and $85,395).

Engineering Instructor Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Engineering Instructor
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 66.7%
High School 33.3%
Associates 0.0%
Bachelors 66.7%
Masters 33.3%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Engineering Instructor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Engineering Instructor'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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$65,494
Average $75,423/year
$85,638
$5,458
Average $6,285/month
$7,137
$1,260
Average $1,450/week
$1,647
$31
Average $36/hour
$41
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $85,638 $7,137 $1,647 $41
Average $75,423 $6,285 $1,450 $36
25th Percentile $65,494 $5,458 $1,260 $31

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Salary Trends for Engineering Instructor

Salaries for an Engineering Instructor can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $54,341 in 2023 to around $52,489 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Engineering Instructor salary trends, .

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