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

A Development Engineer's salary grows with experience: starting around $116,825 for beginners, reaching about $118,212 at mid-level, and approach $125,232 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Development Engineer?

Development Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Development Engineer roles are District of Columbia $131,033, California $130,536, Massachusetts $128,796. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Development Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Development Engineer level roles vary by specialization: System Development Engineer: $130,425; Project Development Engineer: $118,346; Development Engineer Sr: $118,346; Module Development Engineer: $118,346; Research and Development Engineer: $116,870.

Development Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Development Engineer make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Development Engineer in Delaware is $120,121 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $58.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $140,076
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $111,383 to $130,566
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $103,426

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Development Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$130,566	$10,881	$2,511	$63
Average	$120,121	$10,010	$2,310	$58
25th Percentile	$111,383	$9,282	$2,142	$54

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Key Factors That Influence Development Engineer Salaries

A Development 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 Development Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Development 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): $116,825
Early Career (1-2 years): $117,102
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $118,212
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $122,937
Expert (over 8 years): $125,232

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Development Engineer	$116,825
Intermediate Level Development Engineer	$117,102
Senior Level Development Engineer	$118,212
Specialist Level Development Engineer	$122,937
Expert Level Development Engineer	$125,232

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

District of Columbia: $131,033.
California: $130,536.
Massachusetts: $128,796.

District of Columbia $131,033 California $130,536 Massachusetts $128,796 Washington $128,323 New Jersey $128,275 Alaska $128,110 Connecticut $126,477 New York $125,814

Hawaii $123,695 Rhode Island $122,701 Maryland $122,027 Minnesota $121,104 Colorado $120,749 Illinois $120,630 Oregon $120,181 Delaware $119,849

New Hampshire $119,641 Virginia $119,175 Pennsylvania $117,814 Nevada $117,127 North Dakota $116,902 Michigan $116,547 Wisconsin $116,417 Vermont $116,157

Texas $115,435 Maine $115,388 Arizona $115,317 Ohio $115,234 Georgia $114,145 Indiana $113,600 Wyoming $113,494 Utah $113,328

Iowa $113,257 Kansas $112,689 Louisiana $112,524 North Carolina $112,464 Missouri $112,441 Florida $111,979 Montana $111,731 Nebraska $111,494

Kentucky $111,364 South Carolina $110,890 Tennessee $110,594 Idaho $110,476 New Mexico $109,612 Oklahoma $109,423 Alabama $108,725 South Dakota $107,553

Arkansas $106,914 West Virginia $106,571 Mississippi $105,541

Top Paying Cities for Development 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: $124,039
Little Creek: $122,891
Magnolia: $123,400

Lincoln, DE $124,039 Little Creek, DE $122,891 Magnolia, DE $123,400 Milford, DE $124,039 Marydel, DE $122,429 Millsboro, DE $124,039 Millville, DE $124,867 Milton, DE $124,039

Nassau, DE $124,039 Ocean View, DE $124,867 Rehoboth Beach, DE $124,867 Seaford, DE $122,737 Selbyville, DE $124,867 Smyrna, DE $122,287 Viola, DE $123,400 Woodside, DE $123,045

Bear, DE $121,388 Newark, DE $121,435 Claymont, DE $121,530 Delaware City, DE $121,435 Hockessin, DE $121,530 Kirkwood, DE $121,435 Middletown, DE $122,039 Montchanin, DE $121,530

New Castle, DE $121,530 Odessa, DE $122,204 Port Penn, DE $121,104 Rockland, DE $121,530 Saint Georges, DE $121,435 Townsend, DE $122,027 Winterthur, DE $121,530 Lewes, DE $124,039

Wilmington, DE $121,530 Dover, DE $122,831 Dover Afb, DE $123,116 Bethany Beach, DE $124,867 Bethel, DE $122,737 Bridgeville, DE $124,039 Camden Wyoming, DE $122,962 Cheswold, DE $122,547

Clayton, DE $122,240 Dagsboro, DE $124,867 Delmar, DE $122,737 Ellendale, DE $124,039 Felton, DE $124,039 Fenwick Island, DE $124,867 Frankford, DE $124,867 Frederica, DE $124,039

Georgetown, DE $124,039 Greenwood, DE $124,039 Harbeson, DE $124,039 Harrington, DE $124,039 Hartly, DE $122,181 Houston, DE $124,039 Kenton, DE $122,240 Laurel, DE $122,737

Yorklyn, DE $121,530

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

Understanding how a Development 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

$111,383

Average $120,121/year

$130,566

$9,282

Average $10,010/month

$10,881

$2,142

Average $2,310/week

$2,511

$54

Average $58/hour

$63

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$130,566	$10,881	$2,511	$63
Average	$120,121	$10,010	$2,310	$58
25th Percentile	$111,383	$9,282	$2,142	$54

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