What are the main factors that influence a Water Engineering'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 Water Engineering?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Water Engineering roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

How does experience change A Water Engineering's salary?

A Water Engineering's salary grows with experience: a Waste Water Treatment Technician I (0-1 years)earns $50,878, a Waste Water Treatment Technician II (1-3 years)earns $57,050, a Water Engineering (3-5 years)earns $64,307, a Waste Water Treatment Superintendent (5+ years)earns $98,493, a Waste Water Treatment Plant Manager (5+ years)earns $112,376,

What are the highest paying states for a Water Engineering?

Water Engineering salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Water Engineering roles are District of Columbia $70,989, California $70,720, Massachusetts $69,778. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Water Engineering roles make?

Salaries for Water Engineering level roles vary by specialization: Water Manager: $106,914; Water Resources Engineering: $105,135; Water Engineer: $100,795; Water Superintendent: $96,449; Water Technician: $64,238.

Water Engineering Salary in Delaware

How much does a Water Engineering make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Water Engineering in Delaware is $64,930 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $31.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $81,140
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $58,029 to $73,415
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $51,745

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Water Engineering Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$73,415	$6,118	$1,412	$35
Average	$64,930	$5,411	$1,249	$31
25th Percentile	$58,029	$4,836	$1,116	$28

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Key Factors That Influence Water Engineering Salaries

A Water Engineering'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 Water Engineering Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Water Engineering'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): $50,878
Early Career (1-2 years): $57,050
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $64,307
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $98,493
Expert (over 8 years): $112,376

Levels	Salary
Waste Wat... Level Water Engineering	$50,878
Waste Wat... Level Water Engineering	$57,050
Water Eng... Level Water Engineering	$64,307
Waste Wat... Level Water Engineering	$98,493
Waste Wat... Level Water Engineering	$112,376

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How Do Water Engineering 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 Water Engineerings. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $70,989.
California: $70,720.
Massachusetts: $69,778.

District of Columbia $70,989 California $70,720 Massachusetts $69,778 Washington $69,521 New Jersey $69,496 Alaska $69,406 Connecticut $68,521 New York $68,162

Hawaii $67,014 Rhode Island $66,476 Maryland $66,110 Minnesota $65,610 Colorado $65,418 Illinois $65,354 Oregon $65,110 Delaware $64,930

New Hampshire $64,818 Virginia $64,565 Pennsylvania $63,828 Nevada $63,456 North Dakota $63,334 Michigan $63,142 Wisconsin $63,071 Vermont $62,930

Texas $62,539 Maine $62,513 Arizona $62,475 Ohio $62,430 Georgia $61,840 Indiana $61,545 Wyoming $61,487 Utah $61,398

Iowa $61,359 Kansas $61,051 Louisiana $60,962 North Carolina $60,930 Missouri $60,917 Florida $60,667 Montana $60,532 Nebraska $60,404

Kentucky $60,333 South Carolina $60,077 Tennessee $59,917 Idaho $59,852 New Mexico $59,384 Oklahoma $59,282 Alabama $58,904 South Dakota $58,269

Arkansas $57,923 West Virginia $57,737 Mississippi $57,179

Top Paying Cities for Water Engineerings

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: $64,638
Little Creek: $65,111
Magnolia: $65,018

Lincoln, DE $64,638 Little Creek, DE $65,111 Magnolia, DE $65,018 Milford, DE $64,802 Marydel, DE $64,909 Millsboro, DE $64,367 Millville, DE $64,466 Milton, DE $64,578

Nassau, DE $64,625 Ocean View, DE $64,455 Rehoboth Beach, DE $64,579 Seaford, DE $64,616 Selbyville, DE $64,348 Smyrna, DE $65,156 Viola, DE $64,856 Woodside, DE $65,030

Bear, DE $64,880 Newark, DE $64,856 Claymont, DE $64,989 Delaware City, DE $64,921 Hockessin, DE $64,850 Kirkwood, DE $64,909 Middletown, DE $64,934 Montchanin, DE $64,865

New Castle, DE $64,875 Odessa, DE $64,966 Port Penn, DE $65,009 Rockland, DE $64,871 Saint Georges, DE $64,913 Townsend, DE $65,013 Winterthur, DE $64,879 Lewes, DE $64,603

Wilmington, DE $64,854 Dover, DE $65,111 Dover Afb, DE $64,768 Bethany Beach, DE $64,387 Bethel, DE $64,454 Bridgeville, DE $64,606 Camden Wyoming, DE $64,928 Cheswold, DE $65,090

Clayton, DE $65,092 Dagsboro, DE $64,343 Delmar, DE $64,239 Ellendale, DE $64,434 Felton, DE $64,797 Fenwick Island, DE $64,357 Frankford, DE $64,244 Frederica, DE $64,861

Georgetown, DE $64,318 Greenwood, DE $64,616 Harbeson, DE $64,387 Harrington, DE $64,715 Hartly, DE $64,916 Houston, DE $64,623 Kenton, DE $65,095 Laurel, DE $64,280

Yorklyn, DE $64,870

Water Engineering Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Water Engineering roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Water Engineering positions in Retail & Wholesale or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Water Engineering as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Water Engineering

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$81,163	$39.0	25%
Energy & Utilities	$77,917	$37.0	20%
MFG Durable	$74,670	$36.0	15%
Aerospace & Defense	$71,424	$34.0	10%
Construction	$68,177	$33.0	5%

Water Engineering Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Water Engineering'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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$58,029

Average $64,930/year

$73,415

$4,836

Average $5,411/month

$6,118

$1,116

Average $1,249/week

$1,412

$28

Average $31/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$73,415	$6,118	$1,412	$35
Average	$64,930	$5,411	$1,249	$31
25th Percentile	$58,029	$4,836	$1,116	$28

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