What are the main factors that influence a HSE Engineer's salary?

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

How does experience change A HSE Engineer's salary?

A HSE Engineer's salary grows with experience: an HSE Engineer (0-2 years)earns $71,008, an Environmental Health & Safety Administrator II (2-4 years)earns $84,974, an Environmental Health & Safety Administrator III (4-7 years)earns $102,566, an Environmental Health & Safety Administrator IV (7+ years)earns $125,430, an Environmental Health & Safety Administrator V (7-10 years)earns $153,183,

What are the highest paying states for a HSE Engineer?

HSE Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for HSE Engineer roles are District of Columbia $78,215, California $77,919, Massachusetts $76,880. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of HSE Engineer roles make?

Salaries for HSE Engineer level roles vary by specialization: HSE Manager: $125,351; HSE Specialist: $103,708; Regional Hse Manager: $101,554; HSE Consultant: $95,315; HSE Superintendent: $94,770.

HSE Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a HSE Engineer make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a HSE Engineer in Delaware is $71,540 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $34.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $85,344
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $65,515 to $78,766
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $60,029

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HSE Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$78,766	$6,564	$1,515	$38
Average	$71,540	$5,962	$1,376	$34
25th Percentile	$65,515	$5,460	$1,260	$31

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Key Factors That Influence HSE Engineer Salaries

A HSE 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 HSE Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a HSE 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): $71,008
Early Career (1-2 years): $84,974
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $102,566
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $125,430
Expert (over 8 years): $153,183

Levels	Salary
HSE Engin... Level HSE Engineer	$71,008
Environme... Level HSE Engineer	$84,974
Environme... Level HSE Engineer	$102,566
Environme... Level HSE Engineer	$125,430
Environme... Level HSE Engineer	$153,183

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

District of Columbia: $78,215.
California: $77,919.
Massachusetts: $76,880.

District of Columbia $78,215 California $77,919 Massachusetts $76,880 Washington $76,598 New Jersey $76,569 Alaska $76,470 Connecticut $75,496 New York $75,100

Hawaii $73,835 Rhode Island $73,242 Maryland $72,839 Minnesota $72,288 Colorado $72,076 Illinois $72,006 Oregon $71,737 Delaware $71,540

New Hampshire $71,415 Virginia $71,137 Pennsylvania $70,325 Nevada $69,915 North Dakota $69,781 Michigan $69,569 Wisconsin $69,491 Vermont $69,336

Texas $68,905 Maine $68,876 Arizona $68,834 Ohio $68,785 Georgia $68,135 Indiana $67,810 Wyoming $67,746 Utah $67,647

Iowa $67,605 Kansas $67,266 Louisiana $67,167 North Carolina $67,131 Missouri $67,117 Florida $66,842 Montana $66,693 Nebraska $66,552

Kentucky $66,474 South Carolina $66,192 Tennessee $66,015 Idaho $65,945 New Mexico $65,429 Oklahoma $65,316 Alabama $64,899 South Dakota $64,200

Arkansas $63,818 West Virginia $63,613 Mississippi $62,999

Top Paying Cities for HSE 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: $74,040
Little Creek: $73,355
Magnolia: $73,659

Lincoln, DE $74,040 Little Creek, DE $73,355 Magnolia, DE $73,659 Milford, DE $74,040 Marydel, DE $73,080 Millsboro, DE $74,040 Millville, DE $74,535 Milton, DE $74,040

Nassau, DE $74,040 Ocean View, DE $74,535 Rehoboth Beach, DE $74,535 Seaford, DE $73,263 Selbyville, DE $74,535 Smyrna, DE $72,995 Viola, DE $73,659 Woodside, DE $73,447

Bear, DE $72,458 Newark, DE $72,486 Claymont, DE $72,543 Delaware City, DE $72,486 Hockessin, DE $72,543 Kirkwood, DE $72,486 Middletown, DE $72,846 Montchanin, DE $72,543

New Castle, DE $72,543 Odessa, DE $72,945 Port Penn, DE $72,288 Rockland, DE $72,543 Saint Georges, DE $72,486 Townsend, DE $72,839 Winterthur, DE $72,543 Lewes, DE $74,040

Wilmington, DE $72,543 Dover, DE $73,320 Dover Afb, DE $73,489 Bethany Beach, DE $74,535 Bethel, DE $73,263 Bridgeville, DE $74,040 Camden Wyoming, DE $73,397 Cheswold, DE $73,150

Clayton, DE $72,967 Dagsboro, DE $74,535 Delmar, DE $73,263 Ellendale, DE $74,040 Felton, DE $74,040 Fenwick Island, DE $74,535 Frankford, DE $74,535 Frederica, DE $74,040

Georgetown, DE $74,040 Greenwood, DE $74,040 Harbeson, DE $74,040 Harrington, DE $74,040 Hartly, DE $72,931 Houston, DE $74,040 Kenton, DE $72,967 Laurel, DE $73,263

Yorklyn, DE $72,543

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

Understanding how a HSE 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.

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$65,515

Average $71,540/year

$78,766

$5,460

Average $5,962/month

$6,564

$1,260

Average $1,376/week

$1,515

$31

Average $34/hour

$38

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$78,766	$6,564	$1,515	$38
Average	$71,540	$5,962	$1,376	$34
25th Percentile	$65,515	$5,460	$1,260	$31

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