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

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Packaging Process Engineer?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Packaging Process Engineer roles, with salaries approximately 15% above the market median.

How does experience change A Packaging Process Engineer's salary?

A Packaging Process Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Packaging Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $78,193, a Packaging Process Engineer (2-4 years)earns $89,156, a Packaging Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $105,908, a Packaging Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $130,523, a Packaging Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $163,721,

What are the highest paying states for a Packaging Process Engineer?

Packaging Process Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Packaging Process Engineer roles are District of Columbia $97,907, California $97,535, Massachusetts $96,236. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Packaging Process Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Packaging Process Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Lead Packaging Engineer: $162,470; Packaging Engineer V: $162,464; Specialist Packaging Engineer: $129,530; Packaging Engineer IV: $129,521; Senior Packaging Engineer: $105,100.

Packaging Process Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Packaging Process Engineer make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Packaging Process Engineer in Delaware is $89,550 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $43.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $99,811
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $82,183 to $94,921
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $75,475

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Packaging Process Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$94,921	$7,910	$1,825	$46
Average	$89,550	$7,463	$1,722	$43
25th Percentile	$82,183	$6,849	$1,580	$40

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Key Factors That Influence Packaging Process Engineer Salaries

A Packaging Process 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 Packaging Process Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Packaging Process 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): $78,193
Early Career (1-2 years): $89,156
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $105,908
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $130,523
Expert (over 8 years): $163,721

Levels	Salary
Packaging... Level Packaging Process Engineer	$78,193
Packaging... Level Packaging Process Engineer	$89,156
Packaging... Level Packaging Process Engineer	$105,908
Packaging... Level Packaging Process Engineer	$130,523
Packaging... Level Packaging Process Engineer	$163,721

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

District of Columbia: $97,907.
California: $97,535.
Massachusetts: $96,236.

District of Columbia $97,907 California $97,535 Massachusetts $96,236 Washington $95,882 New Jersey $95,846 Alaska $95,723 Connecticut $94,502 New York $94,007

Hawaii $92,424 Rhode Island $91,682 Maryland $91,177 Minnesota $90,488 Colorado $90,222 Illinois $90,134 Oregon $89,798 Delaware $89,550

New Hampshire $89,395 Virginia $89,046 Pennsylvania $88,029 Nevada $87,517 North Dakota $87,349 Michigan $87,083 Wisconsin $86,986 Vermont $86,791

Texas $86,252 Maine $86,217 Arizona $86,164 Ohio $86,102 Georgia $85,288 Indiana $84,881 Wyoming $84,802 Utah $84,678

Iowa $84,625 Kansas $84,201 Louisiana $84,077 North Carolina $84,033 Missouri $84,015 Florida $83,670 Montana $83,484 Nebraska $83,307

Kentucky $83,210 South Carolina $82,856 Tennessee $82,635 Idaho $82,547 New Mexico $81,901 Oklahoma $81,760 Alabama $81,238 South Dakota $80,363

Arkansas $79,885 West Virginia $79,629 Mississippi $78,860

Top Paying Cities for Packaging Process 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: $89,147
Little Creek: $89,800
Magnolia: $89,671

Lincoln, DE $89,147 Little Creek, DE $89,800 Magnolia, DE $89,671 Milford, DE $89,374 Marydel, DE $89,520 Millsboro, DE $88,773 Millville, DE $88,910 Milton, DE $89,064

Nassau, DE $89,129 Ocean View, DE $88,895 Rehoboth Beach, DE $89,066 Seaford, DE $89,116 Selbyville, DE $88,748 Smyrna, DE $89,862 Viola, DE $89,448 Woodside, DE $89,688

Bear, DE $89,481 Newark, DE $89,448 Claymont, DE $89,631 Delaware City, DE $89,537 Hockessin, DE $89,440 Kirkwood, DE $89,520 Middletown, DE $89,555 Montchanin, DE $89,460

New Castle, DE $89,473 Odessa, DE $89,599 Port Penn, DE $89,659 Rockland, DE $89,469 Saint Georges, DE $89,527 Townsend, DE $89,664 Winterthur, DE $89,480 Lewes, DE $89,099

Wilmington, DE $89,444 Dover, DE $89,800 Dover Afb, DE $89,327 Bethany Beach, DE $88,801 Bethel, DE $88,893 Bridgeville, DE $89,103 Camden Wyoming, DE $89,547 Cheswold, DE $89,771

Clayton, DE $89,773 Dagsboro, DE $88,740 Delmar, DE $88,597 Ellendale, DE $88,866 Felton, DE $89,366 Fenwick Island, DE $88,759 Frankford, DE $88,604 Frederica, DE $89,455

Georgetown, DE $88,706 Greenwood, DE $89,117 Harbeson, DE $88,801 Harrington, DE $89,253 Hartly, DE $89,531 Houston, DE $89,126 Kenton, DE $89,778 Laurel, DE $88,653

Yorklyn, DE $89,466

Packaging Process Engineer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Packaging Process Engineer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 15% above the average. In contrast, Packaging Process Engineer positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Packaging Process Engineer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Packaging Process Engineer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$102,983	$50.0	15%
Financial Services	$102,983	$50.0	15%
Software & Networking	$102,983	$50.0	15%
Aerospace & Defense	$98,505	$47.0	10%
Energy & Utilities	$98,505	$47.0	10%

Packaging Process Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Packaging Process 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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$82,183

Average $89,550/year

$94,921

$6,849

Average $7,463/month

$7,910

$1,580

Average $1,722/week

$1,825

$40

Average $43/hour

$46

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$94,921	$7,910	$1,825	$46
Average	$89,550	$7,463	$1,722	$43
25th Percentile	$82,183	$6,849	$1,580	$40

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