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

A Technical Engineer's salary grows with experience: an Technical Engineer (0-2 years)earns $79,087, an Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $91,461, an Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $109,941, an Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $139,114, an Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $160,656,

What are the highest paying states for a Technical Engineer?

Technical Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Technical Engineer roles are District of Columbia $86,914, California $86,584, Massachusetts $85,430. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Technical Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Technical Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Technical Engineer VI: $187,060; Technical Engineer V: $161,850; Technical Support Engineer V: $150,630; Technical Engineer IV: $140,150; Technical Support Engineer IV: $122,506.

Technical Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Technical Engineer make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Technical Engineer in Delaware is $79,496 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $38.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $90,112
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $73,510 to $85,053
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $68,060

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Technical Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$85,053	$7,088	$1,636	$41
Average	$79,496	$6,625	$1,529	$38
25th Percentile	$73,510	$6,126	$1,414	$35

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Key Factors That Influence Technical Engineer Salaries

A Technical 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 Technical Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Technical 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): $79,087
Early Career (1-2 years): $91,461
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $109,941
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $139,114
Expert (over 8 years): $160,656

Levels	Salary
Technical... Level Technical Engineer	$79,087
Engineer ... Level Technical Engineer	$91,461
Engineer ... Level Technical Engineer	$109,941
Engineer ... Level Technical Engineer	$139,114
Engineer ... Level Technical Engineer	$160,656

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

District of Columbia: $86,914.
California: $86,584.
Massachusetts: $85,430.

District of Columbia $86,914 California $86,584 Massachusetts $85,430 Washington $85,116 New Jersey $85,085 Alaska $84,975 Connecticut $83,892 New York $83,452

Hawaii $82,047 Rhode Island $81,388 Maryland $80,940 Minnesota $80,328 Colorado $80,093 Illinois $80,014 Oregon $79,716 Delaware $79,496

New Hampshire $79,358 Virginia $79,048 Pennsylvania $78,146 Nevada $77,690 North Dakota $77,541 Michigan $77,306 Wisconsin $77,219 Vermont $77,047

Texas $76,568 Maine $76,537 Arizona $76,489 Ohio $76,434 Georgia $75,712 Indiana $75,351 Wyoming $75,281 Utah $75,171

Iowa $75,124 Kansas $74,747 Louisiana $74,637 North Carolina $74,598 Missouri $74,582 Florida $74,276 Montana $74,111 Nebraska $73,954

Kentucky $73,868 South Carolina $73,554 Tennessee $73,357 Idaho $73,279 New Mexico $72,706 Oklahoma $72,580 Alabama $72,117 South Dakota $71,340

Arkansas $70,916 West Virginia $70,688 Mississippi $70,005

Top Paying Cities for Technical 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: $82,275
Little Creek: $81,513
Magnolia: $81,851

Lincoln, DE $82,275 Little Creek, DE $81,513 Magnolia, DE $81,851 Milford, DE $82,275 Marydel, DE $81,207 Millsboro, DE $82,275 Millville, DE $82,824 Milton, DE $82,275

Nassau, DE $82,275 Ocean View, DE $82,824 Rehoboth Beach, DE $82,824 Seaford, DE $81,411 Selbyville, DE $82,824 Smyrna, DE $81,113 Viola, DE $81,851 Woodside, DE $81,615

Bear, DE $80,516 Newark, DE $80,548 Claymont, DE $80,611 Delaware City, DE $80,548 Hockessin, DE $80,611 Kirkwood, DE $80,548 Middletown, DE $80,948 Montchanin, DE $80,611

New Castle, DE $80,611 Odessa, DE $81,058 Port Penn, DE $80,328 Rockland, DE $80,611 Saint Georges, DE $80,548 Townsend, DE $80,940 Winterthur, DE $80,611 Lewes, DE $82,275

Wilmington, DE $80,611 Dover, DE $81,474 Dover Afb, DE $81,663 Bethany Beach, DE $82,824 Bethel, DE $81,411 Bridgeville, DE $82,275 Camden Wyoming, DE $81,560 Cheswold, DE $81,286

Clayton, DE $81,082 Dagsboro, DE $82,824 Delmar, DE $81,411 Ellendale, DE $82,275 Felton, DE $82,275 Fenwick Island, DE $82,824 Frankford, DE $82,824 Frederica, DE $82,275

Georgetown, DE $82,275 Greenwood, DE $82,275 Harbeson, DE $82,275 Harrington, DE $82,275 Hartly, DE $81,042 Houston, DE $82,275 Kenton, DE $81,082 Laurel, DE $81,411

Yorklyn, DE $80,611

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

Understanding how a Technical 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 April 01, 2026

$73,510

Average $79,496/year

$85,053

$6,126

Average $6,625/month

$7,088

$1,414

Average $1,529/week

$1,636

$35

Average $38/hour

$41

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$85,053	$7,088	$1,636	$41
Average	$79,496	$6,625	$1,529	$38
25th Percentile	$73,510	$6,126	$1,414	$35

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