What are the main factors that influence an Assistant Engineer's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change An Assistant Engineer's salary?

An Assistant Engineer's salary grows with experience: an Engineering Aide I (0-1 years)earns $59,514, an Assistant Engineer (1-3 years)earns $66,761, an Engineering Aide III (3-5 years)earns $80,880,

What are the highest paying states for an Assistant Engineer?

Assistant Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Assistant Engineer roles are District of Columbia $66,801, California $66,548, Massachusetts $65,661. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Assistant Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Assistant Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Assistant Chief Engineer: $297,675; Assistant Electrical Engineer: $122,170; Assistant Research Engineer: $102,808; Assistant Optical Engineer: $93,018; Assistant Town Engineer: $92,095.

Assistant Engineer Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an Assistant Engineer make in District of Columbia?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for an Assistant Engineer in District of Columbia is $67,151 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $32.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $82,904
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $59,812 to $75,397
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $53,131

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Assistant Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$75,397	$6,283	$1,450	$36
Average	$67,151	$5,596	$1,291	$32
25th Percentile	$59,812	$4,984	$1,150	$29

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Key Factors That Influence Assistant Engineer Salaries

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

District of Columbia: $66,801.
California: $66,548.
Massachusetts: $65,661.

District of Columbia $66,801 California $66,548 Massachusetts $65,661 Washington $65,420 New Jersey $65,395 Alaska $65,311 Connecticut $64,478 New York $64,140

Hawaii $63,061 Rhode Island $62,554 Maryland $62,210 Minnesota $61,739 Colorado $61,558 Illinois $61,498 Oregon $61,269 Delaware $61,100

New Hampshire $60,993 Virginia $60,756 Pennsylvania $60,062 Nevada $59,712 North Dakota $59,597 Michigan $59,416 Wisconsin $59,350 Vermont $59,217

Texas $58,849 Maine $58,825 Arizona $58,789 Ohio $58,747 Georgia $58,192 Indiana $57,914 Wyoming $57,860 Utah $57,775

Iowa $57,739 Kansas $57,450 Louisiana $57,365 North Carolina $57,335 Missouri $57,323 Florida $57,088 Montana $56,961 Nebraska $56,840

Kentucky $56,774 South Carolina $56,532 Tennessee $56,382 Idaho $56,321 New Mexico $55,881 Oklahoma $55,784 Alabama $55,428 South Dakota $54,831

Arkansas $54,505 West Virginia $54,330 Mississippi $53,805

Top Paying Cities for Assistant 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:

Parcel Return Service: $66,801
Washington: $66,801
Naval Anacost Annex: $66,801

Parcel Return Service, DC $66,801 Washington, DC $66,801 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $66,801 Washington Navy Yard, DC $66,801

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

Understanding how an Assistant 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

$59,812

Average $67,151/year

$75,397

$4,984

Average $5,596/month

$6,283

$1,150

Average $1,291/week

$1,450

$29

Average $32/hour

$36

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$75,397	$6,283	$1,450	$36
Average	$67,151	$5,596	$1,291	$32
25th Percentile	$59,812	$4,984	$1,150	$29

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