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

A Solar Engineer's salary grows with experience: an Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $82,670, an Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $95,605, an Solar Engineer (4-7 years)earns $114,922, an Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $145,436, an Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $167,939,

What are the highest paying states for a Solar Engineer?

Solar Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Solar Engineer roles are District of Columbia $126,237, California $125,759, Massachusetts $124,083. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Solar Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Solar Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Solar Manager: $90,823; Solar Technician: $89,278; Solar Energy Engineer: $86,670; Solar Electrician: $81,640; Solar Energy: $75,063.

Solar Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Solar Engineer make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Solar Engineer in Delaware is $115,463 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $56.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $129,536
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $107,894 to $122,829
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $101,003

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Solar Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$122,829	$10,236	$2,362	$59
Average	$115,463	$9,622	$2,220	$56
25th Percentile	$107,894	$8,991	$2,075	$52

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Key Factors That Influence Solar Engineer Salaries

A Solar 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 Solar Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Solar 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): $82,670
Early Career (1-2 years): $95,605
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $114,922
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $145,436
Expert (over 8 years): $167,939

Levels	Salary
Engineer ... Level Solar Engineer	$82,670
Engineer ... Level Solar Engineer	$95,605
Solar Eng... Level Solar Engineer	$114,922
Engineer ... Level Solar Engineer	$145,436
Engineer ... Level Solar Engineer	$167,939

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

District of Columbia: $126,237.
California: $125,759.
Massachusetts: $124,083.

District of Columbia $126,237 California $125,759 Massachusetts $124,083 Washington $123,626 New Jersey $123,581 Alaska $123,421 Connecticut $121,848 New York $121,209

Hawaii $119,168 Rhode Island $118,211 Maryland $117,561 Minnesota $116,672 Colorado $116,330 Illinois $116,215 Oregon $115,782 Delaware $115,463

New Hampshire $115,262 Virginia $114,813 Pennsylvania $113,502 Nevada $112,841 North Dakota $112,624 Michigan $112,282 Wisconsin $112,157 Vermont $111,906

Texas $111,210 Maine $111,165 Arizona $111,096 Ohio $111,016 Georgia $109,967 Indiana $109,443 Wyoming $109,340 Utah $109,181

Iowa $109,112 Kansas $108,565 Louisiana $108,405 North Carolina $108,348 Missouri $108,326 Florida $107,881 Montana $107,642 Nebraska $107,414

Kentucky $107,288 South Carolina $106,832 Tennessee $106,547 Idaho $106,433 New Mexico $105,601 Oklahoma $105,418 Alabama $104,746 South Dakota $103,617

Arkansas $103,001 West Virginia $102,671 Mississippi $101,679

Top Paying Cities for Solar 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: $114,943
Little Creek: $115,785
Magnolia: $115,618

Lincoln, DE $114,943 Little Creek, DE $115,785 Magnolia, DE $115,618 Milford, DE $115,235 Marydel, DE $115,424 Millsboro, DE $114,461 Millville, DE $114,638 Milton, DE $114,836

Nassau, DE $114,919 Ocean View, DE $114,618 Rehoboth Beach, DE $114,838 Seaford, DE $114,903 Selbyville, DE $114,428 Smyrna, DE $115,864 Viola, DE $115,331 Woodside, DE $115,641

Bear, DE $115,374 Newark, DE $115,331 Claymont, DE $115,567 Delaware City, DE $115,446 Hockessin, DE $115,320 Kirkwood, DE $115,424 Middletown, DE $115,469 Montchanin, DE $115,347

New Castle, DE $115,364 Odessa, DE $115,526 Port Penn, DE $115,603 Rockland, DE $115,358 Saint Georges, DE $115,432 Townsend, DE $115,610 Winterthur, DE $115,372 Lewes, DE $114,880

Wilmington, DE $115,326 Dover, DE $115,785 Dover Afb, DE $115,175 Bethany Beach, DE $114,497 Bethel, DE $114,616 Bridgeville, DE $114,886 Camden Wyoming, DE $115,458 Cheswold, DE $115,747

Clayton, DE $115,750 Dagsboro, DE $114,417 Delmar, DE $114,234 Ellendale, DE $114,581 Felton, DE $115,226 Fenwick Island, DE $114,443 Frankford, DE $114,243 Frederica, DE $115,340

Georgetown, DE $114,374 Greenwood, DE $114,904 Harbeson, DE $114,496 Harrington, DE $115,080 Hartly, DE $115,438 Houston, DE $114,916 Kenton, DE $115,756 Laurel, DE $114,306

Yorklyn, DE $115,355

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

Understanding how a Solar 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.

Last Updated on June 01, 2026

$107,894

Average $115,463/year

$122,829

$8,991

Average $9,622/month

$10,236

$2,075

Average $2,220/week

$2,362

$52

Average $56/hour

$59

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$122,829	$10,236	$2,362	$59
Average	$115,463	$9,622	$2,220	$56
25th Percentile	$107,894	$8,991	$2,075	$52

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