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

A SW Engineer's salary grows with experience: an Electrical Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $82,540, an SW Engineer (2-4 years)earns $100,049, an Electrical Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $121,693, an Electrical Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $144,900, an Electrical Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $168,106,

What are the highest paying states for a SW Engineer?

SW Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for SW Engineer roles are District of Columbia $110,002, California $109,584, Massachusetts $108,124. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of SW Engineer roles make?

Salaries for SW Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Engineer VI: $187,050; Senior Sw Engineer: $165,362; Ceramics Engineer: $90,411; Localization Engineer: $84,127; Locomotive Engineer: $81,093.

SW Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a SW Engineer make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a SW Engineer in Delaware is $100,613 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $48.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $115,258
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $94,589 to $108,279
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $89,105

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SW Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$108,279	$9,023	$2,082	$52
Average	$100,613	$8,384	$1,935	$48
25th Percentile	$94,589	$7,882	$1,819	$45

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Key Factors That Influence SW Engineer Salaries

A SW 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.

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Electrica... Level SW Engineer	$82,540
SW Engine... Level SW Engineer	$100,049
Electrica... Level SW Engineer	$121,693
Electrica... Level SW Engineer	$144,900
Electrica... Level SW Engineer	$168,106

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

District of Columbia: $110,002.
California: $109,584.
Massachusetts: $108,124.

District of Columbia $110,002 California $109,584 Massachusetts $108,124 Washington $107,726 New Jersey $107,687 Alaska $107,548 Connecticut $106,177 New York $105,620

Hawaii $103,842 Rhode Island $103,007 Maryland $102,441 Minnesota $101,666 Colorado $101,368 Illinois $101,269 Oregon $100,891 Delaware $100,613

New Hampshire $100,438 Virginia $100,047 Pennsylvania $98,904 Nevada $98,328 North Dakota $98,139 Michigan $97,841 Wisconsin $97,732 Vermont $97,513

Texas $96,907 Maine $96,867 Arizona $96,808 Ohio $96,738 Georgia $95,824 Indiana $95,367 Wyoming $95,278 Utah $95,139

Iowa $95,079 Kansas $94,602 Louisiana $94,463 North Carolina $94,413 Missouri $94,393 Florida $94,006 Montana $93,797 Nebraska $93,599

Kentucky $93,489 South Carolina $93,092 Tennessee $92,844 Idaho $92,744 New Mexico $92,019 Oklahoma $91,860 Alabama $91,274 South Dakota $90,290

Arkansas $89,754 West Virginia $89,466 Mississippi $88,601

Top Paying Cities for SW 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: $100,160
Little Creek: $100,893
Magnolia: $100,748

Lincoln, DE $100,160 Little Creek, DE $100,893 Magnolia, DE $100,748 Milford, DE $100,414 Marydel, DE $100,579 Millsboro, DE $99,740 Millville, DE $99,894 Milton, DE $100,066

Nassau, DE $100,139 Ocean View, DE $99,877 Rehoboth Beach, DE $100,068 Seaford, DE $100,125 Selbyville, DE $99,711 Smyrna, DE $100,963 Viola, DE $100,498 Woodside, DE $100,768

Bear, DE $100,535 Newark, DE $100,498 Claymont, DE $100,703 Delaware City, DE $100,598 Hockessin, DE $100,489 Kirkwood, DE $100,579 Middletown, DE $100,618 Montchanin, DE $100,512

New Castle, DE $100,526 Odessa, DE $100,668 Port Penn, DE $100,735 Rockland, DE $100,521 Saint Georges, DE $100,586 Townsend, DE $100,741 Winterthur, DE $100,533 Lewes, DE $100,105

Wilmington, DE $100,494 Dover, DE $100,893 Dover Afb, DE $100,362 Bethany Beach, DE $99,771 Bethel, DE $99,875 Bridgeville, DE $100,110 Camden Wyoming, DE $100,609 Cheswold, DE $100,860

Clayton, DE $100,863 Dagsboro, DE $99,702 Delmar, DE $99,542 Ellendale, DE $99,844 Felton, DE $100,406 Fenwick Island, DE $99,724 Frankford, DE $99,550 Frederica, DE $100,506

Georgetown, DE $99,664 Greenwood, DE $100,126 Harbeson, DE $99,770 Harrington, DE $100,279 Hartly, DE $100,591 Houston, DE $100,136 Kenton, DE $100,868 Laurel, DE $99,604

Yorklyn, DE $100,518

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

Understanding how a SW 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

$94,589

Average $100,613/year

$108,279

$7,882

Average $8,384/month

$9,023

$1,819

Average $1,935/week

$2,082

$45

Average $48/hour

$52

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$108,279	$9,023	$2,082	$52
Average	$100,613	$8,384	$1,935	$48
25th Percentile	$94,589	$7,882	$1,819	$45

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