What are the main factors that influence a RF Test 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 RF Test Engineer?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for RF Test Engineer roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change A RF Test Engineer's salary?

A RF Test Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Radio Frequency Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $88,631, a RF Test Engineer (2-4 years)earns $98,518, a Radio Frequency Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $119,566, a Radio Frequency Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $142,365, a Radio Frequency Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $175,879,

What are the highest paying states for a RF Test Engineer?

RF Test Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for RF Test Engineer roles are District of Columbia $108,318, California $107,907, Massachusetts $106,469. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of RF Test Engineer roles make?

Salaries for RF Test Engineer level roles vary by specialization: RF Engineer VI: $182,330; RF Engineer V: $177,653; RF Engineer IV: $143,800; RF Engineer III: $120,800; Rf Engineer: $103,033.

RF Test Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a RF Test Engineer make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a RF Test Engineer in Delaware is $99,073 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $48.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $113,492
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $93,091 to $106,620
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $87,645

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RF Test Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$106,620	$8,885	$2,050	$51
Average	$99,073	$8,256	$1,905	$48
25th Percentile	$93,091	$7,758	$1,790	$45

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Key Factors That Influence RF Test Engineer Salaries

A RF Test 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 RF Test Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a RF Test 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): $88,631
Early Career (1-2 years): $98,518
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $119,566
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $142,365
Expert (over 8 years): $175,879

Levels	Salary
Radio Fre... Level RF Test Engineer	$88,631
RF Test E... Level RF Test Engineer	$98,518
Radio Fre... Level RF Test Engineer	$119,566
Radio Fre... Level RF Test Engineer	$142,365
Radio Fre... Level RF Test Engineer	$175,879

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

District of Columbia: $108,318.
California: $107,907.
Massachusetts: $106,469.

District of Columbia $108,318 California $107,907 Massachusetts $106,469 Washington $106,077 New Jersey $106,038 Alaska $105,901 Connecticut $104,551 New York $104,003

Hawaii $102,252 Rhode Island $101,430 Maryland $100,873 Minnesota $100,110 Colorado $99,816 Illinois $99,718 Oregon $99,347 Delaware $99,073

New Hampshire $98,900 Virginia $98,515 Pennsylvania $97,390 Nevada $96,823 North Dakota $96,637 Michigan $96,343 Wisconsin $96,236 Vermont $96,020

Texas $95,424 Maine $95,384 Arizona $95,326 Ohio $95,257 Georgia $94,357 Indiana $93,907 Wyoming $93,819 Utah $93,682

Iowa $93,624 Kansas $93,154 Louisiana $93,017 North Carolina $92,968 Missouri $92,948 Florida $92,567 Montana $92,361 Nebraska $92,166

Kentucky $92,058 South Carolina $91,667 Tennessee $91,422 Idaho $91,324 New Mexico $90,610 Oklahoma $90,454 Alabama $89,877 South Dakota $88,908

Arkansas $88,380 West Virginia $88,096 Mississippi $87,245

Top Paying Cities for RF Test 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: $98,627
Little Creek: $99,349
Magnolia: $99,206

Lincoln, DE $98,627 Little Creek, DE $99,349 Magnolia, DE $99,206 Milford, DE $98,877 Marydel, DE $99,039 Millsboro, DE $98,213 Millville, DE $98,364 Milton, DE $98,535

Nassau, DE $98,606 Ocean View, DE $98,348 Rehoboth Beach, DE $98,537 Seaford, DE $98,592 Selbyville, DE $98,184 Smyrna, DE $99,417 Viola, DE $98,959 Woodside, DE $99,225

Bear, DE $98,996 Newark, DE $98,959 Claymont, DE $99,162 Delaware City, DE $99,058 Hockessin, DE $98,950 Kirkwood, DE $99,039 Middletown, DE $99,078 Montchanin, DE $98,973

New Castle, DE $98,988 Odessa, DE $99,126 Port Penn, DE $99,193 Rockland, DE $98,983 Saint Georges, DE $99,046 Townsend, DE $99,199 Winterthur, DE $98,994 Lewes, DE $98,573

Wilmington, DE $98,955 Dover, DE $99,349 Dover Afb, DE $98,825 Bethany Beach, DE $98,244 Bethel, DE $98,346 Bridgeville, DE $98,578 Camden Wyoming, DE $99,069 Cheswold, DE $99,316

Clayton, DE $99,319 Dagsboro, DE $98,176 Delmar, DE $98,018 Ellendale, DE $98,315 Felton, DE $98,869 Fenwick Island, DE $98,197 Frankford, DE $98,026 Frederica, DE $98,967

Georgetown, DE $98,138 Greenwood, DE $98,593 Harbeson, DE $98,243 Harrington, DE $98,744 Hartly, DE $99,051 Houston, DE $98,603 Kenton, DE $99,324 Laurel, DE $98,080

Yorklyn, DE $98,980

RF Test Engineer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For RF Test Engineer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, RF Test Engineer positions in Software & Networking or MFG Durable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view RF Test Engineer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a RF Test Engineer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$128,794	$62.0	30%
Energy & Utilities	$123,841	$60.0	25%
Construction	$118,887	$57.0	20%
Aerospace & Defense	$113,934	$55.0	15%
Business Services	$108,980	$52.0	10%

RF Test Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a RF Test 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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$93,091

Average $99,073/year

$106,620

$7,758

Average $8,256/month

$8,885

$1,790

Average $1,905/week

$2,050

$45

Average $48/hour

$51

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$106,620	$8,885	$2,050	$51
Average	$99,073	$8,256	$1,905	$48
25th Percentile	$93,091	$7,758	$1,790	$45

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