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

A NDT Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Test Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $110,259, a Test Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $133,070, a NDT Engineer (7-10 years)earns $145,211, a Test Engineering Supervisor (10+ years)earns $104,385, a Test Engineering Manager I (10+ years)earns $124,522,

What are the highest paying states for a NDT Engineer?

NDT Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for NDT Engineer roles are District of Columbia $159,449, California $158,844, Massachusetts $156,727. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of NDT Engineer roles make?

Salaries for NDT Engineer level roles vary by specialization: NDT Technician II: $64,000; Ndt Specialist: $62,648; NDT Technician: $62,559; Ndt Inspection: $61,613; Ndt Operator: $61,223.

NDT Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a NDT Engineer make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a NDT Engineer in Delaware is $145,840 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $70.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $162,186
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $135,203 to $154,396
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $125,518

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NDT Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$154,396	$12,866	$2,969	$74
Average	$145,840	$12,153	$2,805	$70
25th Percentile	$135,203	$11,267	$2,600	$65

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Key Factors That Influence NDT Engineer Salaries

A NDT 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 NDT Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a NDT 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): $110,259
Early Career (1-2 years): $133,070
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $145,211
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $104,385
Expert (over 8 years): $124,522

Levels	Salary
Test Engi... Level NDT Engineer	$110,259
Test Engi... Level NDT Engineer	$133,070
NDT Engin... Level NDT Engineer	$145,211
Test Engi... Level NDT Engineer	$104,385
Test Engi... Level NDT Engineer	$124,522

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

District of Columbia: $159,449.
California: $158,844.
Massachusetts: $156,727.

District of Columbia $159,449 California $158,844 Massachusetts $156,727 Washington $156,151 New Jersey $156,094 Alaska $155,892 Connecticut $153,905 New York $153,098

Hawaii $150,520 Rhode Island $149,311 Maryland $148,490 Minnesota $147,366 Colorado $146,934 Illinois $146,790 Oregon $146,243 Delaware $145,840

New Hampshire $145,586 Virginia $145,019 Pennsylvania $143,363 Nevada $142,528 North Dakota $142,254 Michigan $141,822 Wisconsin $141,664 Vermont $141,347

Texas $140,468 Maine $140,411 Arizona $140,324 Ohio $140,224 Georgia $138,899 Indiana $138,236 Wyoming $138,107 Utah $137,905

Iowa $137,819 Kansas $137,127 Louisiana $136,926 North Carolina $136,854 Missouri $136,825 Florida $136,263 Montana $135,961 Nebraska $135,673

Kentucky $135,514 South Carolina $134,938 Tennessee $134,578 Idaho $134,434 New Mexico $133,383 Oklahoma $133,153 Alabama $132,303 South Dakota $130,877

Arkansas $130,100 West Virginia $129,682 Mississippi $128,429

Top Paying Cities for NDT 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: $145,183
Little Creek: $146,246
Magnolia: $146,036

Lincoln, DE $145,183 Little Creek, DE $146,246 Magnolia, DE $146,036 Milford, DE $145,552 Marydel, DE $145,791 Millsboro, DE $144,574 Millville, DE $144,797 Milton, DE $145,048

Nassau, DE $145,153 Ocean View, DE $144,773 Rehoboth Beach, DE $145,051 Seaford, DE $145,133 Selbyville, DE $144,532 Smyrna, DE $146,347 Viola, DE $145,673 Woodside, DE $146,065

Bear, DE $145,728 Newark, DE $145,673 Claymont, DE $145,971 Delaware City, DE $145,818 Hockessin, DE $145,660 Kirkwood, DE $145,791 Middletown, DE $145,847 Montchanin, DE $145,693

New Castle, DE $145,715 Odessa, DE $145,919 Port Penn, DE $146,017 Rockland, DE $145,707 Saint Georges, DE $145,801 Townsend, DE $146,026 Winterthur, DE $145,725 Lewes, DE $145,104

Wilmington, DE $145,667 Dover, DE $146,246 Dover Afb, DE $145,476 Bethany Beach, DE $144,620 Bethel, DE $144,770 Bridgeville, DE $145,111 Camden Wyoming, DE $145,834 Cheswold, DE $146,199

Clayton, DE $146,203 Dagsboro, DE $144,519 Delmar, DE $144,288 Ellendale, DE $144,725 Felton, DE $145,540 Fenwick Island, DE $144,551 Frankford, DE $144,299 Frederica, DE $145,684

Georgetown, DE $144,465 Greenwood, DE $145,134 Harbeson, DE $144,619 Harrington, DE $145,356 Hartly, DE $145,808 Houston, DE $145,149 Kenton, DE $146,210 Laurel, DE $144,378

Yorklyn, DE $145,703

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

Understanding how a NDT 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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$135,203

Average $145,840/year

$154,396

$11,267

Average $12,153/month

$12,866

$2,600

Average $2,805/week

$2,969

$65

Average $70/hour

$74

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$154,396	$12,866	$2,969	$74
Average	$145,840	$12,153	$2,805	$70
25th Percentile	$135,203	$11,267	$2,600	$65

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