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

A Ceramics Engineer's salary grows with experience: starting around $89,092 for beginners, reaching about $92,293 at mid-level, and approach $95,219 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Ceramics Engineer?

Ceramics Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Ceramics Engineer roles are District of Columbia $100,131, California $99,751, Massachusetts $98,421. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Ceramics Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Ceramics Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Senior Ceramics Manufacturing Engineer: $99,600; Senior Ceramics Process Engineer: $99,530; Ceramics Engineer, Sr.: $99,522; Ceramics Manufacturing Engineer: $90,500; Ceramics Process Engineer: $90,440.

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Ceramics Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Ceramics Engineer make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Ceramics Engineer in Delaware is $91,793 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $44.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $102,031
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $84,033 to $97,152
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $76,968

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Ceramics Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$97,152	$8,096	$1,868	$47
Average	$91,793	$7,649	$1,765	$44
25th Percentile	$84,033	$7,003	$1,616	$40

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Key Factors That Influence Ceramics Engineer Salaries

A Ceramics 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 Ceramics Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Ceramics 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): $89,092
Early Career (1-2 years): $89,339
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $92,293
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $95,024
Expert (over 8 years): $95,219

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Ceramics Engineer	$89,092
Intermediate Level Ceramics Engineer	$89,339
Senior Level Ceramics Engineer	$92,293
Specialist Level Ceramics Engineer	$95,024
Expert Level Ceramics Engineer	$95,219

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

District of Columbia: $100,131.
California: $99,751.
Massachusetts: $98,421.

District of Columbia $100,131 California $99,751 Massachusetts $98,421 Washington $98,060 New Jersey $98,024 Alaska $97,897 Connecticut $96,649 New York $96,143

Hawaii $94,524 Rhode Island $93,764 Maryland $93,249 Minnesota $92,543 Colorado $92,272 Illinois $92,181 Oregon $91,838 Delaware $91,585

New Hampshire $91,425 Virginia $91,069 Pennsylvania $90,029 Nevada $89,505 North Dakota $89,333 Michigan $89,061 Wisconsin $88,962 Vermont $88,763

Texas $88,211 Maine $88,175 Arizona $88,121 Ohio $88,058 Georgia $87,226 Indiana $86,810 Wyoming $86,728 Utah $86,602

Iowa $86,547 Kansas $86,113 Louisiana $85,987 North Carolina $85,941 Missouri $85,923 Florida $85,571 Montana $85,381 Nebraska $85,200

Kentucky $85,100 South Carolina $84,739 Tennessee $84,512 Idaho $84,422 New Mexico $83,762 Oklahoma $83,617 Alabama $83,084 South Dakota $82,188

Arkansas $81,700 West Virginia $81,438 Mississippi $80,651

Top Paying Cities for Ceramics 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: $94,786
Little Creek: $93,909
Magnolia: $94,298

Lincoln, DE $94,786 Little Creek, DE $93,909 Magnolia, DE $94,298 Milford, DE $94,786 Marydel, DE $93,556 Millsboro, DE $94,786 Millville, DE $95,419 Milton, DE $94,786

Nassau, DE $94,786 Ocean View, DE $95,419 Rehoboth Beach, DE $95,419 Seaford, DE $93,791 Selbyville, DE $95,419 Smyrna, DE $93,448 Viola, DE $94,298 Woodside, DE $94,026

Bear, DE $92,760 Newark, DE $92,796 Claymont, DE $92,869 Delaware City, DE $92,796 Hockessin, DE $92,869 Kirkwood, DE $92,796 Middletown, DE $93,258 Montchanin, DE $92,869

New Castle, DE $92,869 Odessa, DE $93,384 Port Penn, DE $92,543 Rockland, DE $92,869 Saint Georges, DE $92,796 Townsend, DE $93,249 Winterthur, DE $92,869 Lewes, DE $94,786

Wilmington, DE $92,869 Dover, DE $93,864 Dover Afb, DE $94,081 Bethany Beach, DE $95,419 Bethel, DE $93,791 Bridgeville, DE $94,786 Camden Wyoming, DE $93,963 Cheswold, DE $93,646

Clayton, DE $93,411 Dagsboro, DE $95,419 Delmar, DE $93,791 Ellendale, DE $94,786 Felton, DE $94,786 Fenwick Island, DE $95,419 Frankford, DE $95,419 Frederica, DE $94,786

Georgetown, DE $94,786 Greenwood, DE $94,786 Harbeson, DE $94,786 Harrington, DE $94,786 Hartly, DE $93,366 Houston, DE $94,786 Kenton, DE $93,411 Laurel, DE $93,791

Yorklyn, DE $92,869

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

Understanding how a Ceramics 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 May 18, 2021

$84,033

Average $91,793/year

$97,152

$7,003

Average $7,649/month

$8,096

$1,616

Average $1,765/week

$1,868

$40

Average $44/hour

$47

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$97,152	$8,096	$1,868	$47
Average	$91,793	$7,649	$1,765	$44
25th Percentile	$84,033	$7,003	$1,616	$40

Ceramics Engineer Salary Growth & Career Path

Ceramics Engineer

Ceramics Engineer, Sr.

Materials Engineer III

Metallurgical Engineer III

Materials Engineer IV

Metallurgical Engineer IV

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Ceramics Engineer, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Ceramics Engineer Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Ceramics Engineer, Sr.	$101,015	10%
Materials Engineer III	$103,895	13%
Metallurgical Engineer III	$101,010	10%

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