What are the main factors that influence a Research 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 Research Engineer?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Research Engineer roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

How does experience change A Research Engineer's salary?

A Research Engineer's salary grows with experience: starting around $116,961 for beginners, reaching about $118,308 at mid-level, and approach $125,249 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Research Engineer?

Research Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Research Engineer roles are District of Columbia $131,947, California $131,447, Massachusetts $129,695. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Research Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Research Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Senior Research Engineer: $144,808; Staff Research Engineer: $129,767; Industrial Research Engineer IV: $125,400; Research and Development Engineer: $116,924; Industrial Research Engineer III: $112,200.

Research Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Research Engineer make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Research Engineer in Delaware is $120,685 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $58.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $140,447
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $111,706 to $131,029
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $103,530

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Research Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$131,029	$10,919	$2,520	$63
Average	$120,685	$10,057	$2,321	$58
25th Percentile	$111,706	$9,309	$2,148	$54

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Key Factors That Influence Research Engineer Salaries

A Research 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 Research Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Research 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): $116,961
Early Career (1-2 years): $117,230
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $118,308
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $122,967
Expert (over 8 years): $125,249

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Research Engineer	$116,961
Intermediate Level Research Engineer	$117,230
Senior Level Research Engineer	$118,308
Specialist Level Research Engineer	$122,967
Expert Level Research Engineer	$125,249

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

District of Columbia: $131,947.
California: $131,447.
Massachusetts: $129,695.

District of Columbia $131,947 California $131,447 Massachusetts $129,695 Washington $129,218 New Jersey $129,171 Alaska $129,004 Connecticut $127,359 New York $126,692

Hawaii $124,559 Rhode Island $123,558 Maryland $122,878 Minnesota $121,949 Colorado $121,591 Illinois $121,472 Oregon $121,019 Delaware $120,685

New Hampshire $120,476 Virginia $120,006 Pennsylvania $118,636 Nevada $117,945 North Dakota $117,718 Michigan $117,361 Wisconsin $117,229 Vermont $116,967

Texas $116,240 Maine $116,193 Arizona $116,121 Ohio $116,038 Georgia $114,941 Indiana $114,393 Wyoming $114,286 Utah $114,119

Iowa $114,048 Kansas $113,476 Louisiana $113,309 North Carolina $113,249 Missouri $113,225 Florida $112,761 Montana $112,510 Nebraska $112,272

Kentucky $112,141 South Carolina $111,664 Tennessee $111,366 Idaho $111,247 New Mexico $110,377 Oklahoma $110,186 Alabama $109,483 South Dakota $108,304

Arkansas $107,660 West Virginia $107,314 Mississippi $106,278

Top Paying Cities for Research 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: $120,142
Little Creek: $121,022
Magnolia: $120,848

Lincoln, DE $120,142 Little Creek, DE $121,022 Magnolia, DE $120,848 Milford, DE $120,447 Marydel, DE $120,645 Millsboro, DE $119,638 Millville, DE $119,823 Milton, DE $120,030

Nassau, DE $120,117 Ocean View, DE $119,802 Rehoboth Beach, DE $120,032 Seaford, DE $120,100 Selbyville, DE $119,603 Smyrna, DE $121,105 Viola, DE $120,547 Woodside, DE $120,871

Bear, DE $120,593 Newark, DE $120,547 Claymont, DE $120,794 Delaware City, DE $120,668 Hockessin, DE $120,537 Kirkwood, DE $120,645 Middletown, DE $120,691 Montchanin, DE $120,564

New Castle, DE $120,582 Odessa, DE $120,751 Port Penn, DE $120,832 Rockland, DE $120,576 Saint Georges, DE $120,653 Townsend, DE $120,839 Winterthur, DE $120,590 Lewes, DE $120,077

Wilmington, DE $120,542 Dover, DE $121,022 Dover Afb, DE $120,384 Bethany Beach, DE $119,676 Bethel, DE $119,800 Bridgeville, DE $120,082 Camden Wyoming, DE $120,681 Cheswold, DE $120,982

Clayton, DE $120,986 Dagsboro, DE $119,593 Delmar, DE $119,401 Ellendale, DE $119,763 Felton, DE $120,438 Fenwick Island, DE $119,619 Frankford, DE $119,410 Frederica, DE $120,557

Georgetown, DE $119,547 Greenwood, DE $120,102 Harbeson, DE $119,675 Harrington, DE $120,285 Hartly, DE $120,659 Houston, DE $120,113 Kenton, DE $120,992 Laurel, DE $119,476

Yorklyn, DE $120,572

Research Engineer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Research Engineer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Research Engineer positions in Telecom or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Research Engineer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Research Engineer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$181,028	$87.0	50%

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

Understanding how a Research 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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$111,706

Average $120,685/year

$131,029

$9,309

Average $10,057/month

$10,919

$2,148

Average $2,321/week

$2,520

$54

Average $58/hour

$63

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$131,029	$10,919	$2,520	$63
Average	$120,685	$10,057	$2,321	$58
25th Percentile	$111,706	$9,309	$2,148	$54

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