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

An Electrical Distribution Engineer's salary grows with experience: an Electrical Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $83,790, an Electrical Distribution Engineer (2-4 years)earns $101,565, an Electrical Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $123,528, an Electrical Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $147,085, an Electrical Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $170,677,

What are the highest paying states for an Electrical Distribution Engineer?

Electrical Distribution Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Electrical Distribution Engineer roles are District of Columbia $111,749, California $111,325, Massachusetts $109,841. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Electrical Distribution Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Electrical Distribution Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Electrical Controls Engineer II: $100,590; Electric Distribution Engineer: $99,081; Power Distribution Engineer: $83,045; Distribution Design Engineer: $82,269; Electrical Controls Engineer I: $80,285.

Electrical Distribution Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does an Electrical Distribution Engineer make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for an Electrical Distribution Engineer in Delaware is $102,443 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $49.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $117,674
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $95,897 to $110,416
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $89,937

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Electrical Distribution Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$110,416	$9,201	$2,123	$53
Average	$102,443	$8,537	$1,970	$49
25th Percentile	$95,897	$7,991	$1,844	$46

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Key Factors That Influence Electrical Distribution Engineer Salaries

An Electrical Distribution 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 Electrical Distribution Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Electrical Distribution 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): $83,790
Early Career (1-2 years): $101,565
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $123,528
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $147,085
Expert (over 8 years): $170,677

Levels	Salary
Electrica... Level Electrical Distribution Engineer	$83,790
Electrica... Level Electrical Distribution Engineer	$101,565
Electrica... Level Electrical Distribution Engineer	$123,528
Electrica... Level Electrical Distribution Engineer	$147,085
Electrica... Level Electrical Distribution Engineer	$170,677

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

District of Columbia: $111,749.
California: $111,325.
Massachusetts: $109,841.

District of Columbia $111,749 California $111,325 Massachusetts $109,841 Washington $109,438 New Jersey $109,397 Alaska $109,256 Connecticut $107,863 New York $107,298

Hawaii $105,491 Rhode Island $104,644 Maryland $104,068 Minnesota $103,281 Colorado $102,978 Illinois $102,877 Oregon $102,494 Delaware $102,211

New Hampshire $102,034 Virginia $101,636 Pennsylvania $100,475 Nevada $99,890 North Dakota $99,698 Michigan $99,395 Wisconsin $99,284 Vermont $99,062

Texas $98,446 Maine $98,406 Arizona $98,346 Ohio $98,275 Georgia $97,346 Indiana $96,882 Wyoming $96,791 Utah $96,650

Iowa $96,589 Kansas $96,105 Louisiana $95,964 North Carolina $95,913 Missouri $95,893 Florida $95,499 Montana $95,287 Nebraska $95,086

Kentucky $94,975 South Carolina $94,571 Tennessee $94,318 Idaho $94,218 New Mexico $93,481 Oklahoma $93,319 Alabama $92,724 South Dakota $91,725

Arkansas $91,180 West Virginia $90,887 Mississippi $90,009

Top Paying Cities for Electrical Distribution 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: $105,784
Little Creek: $104,805
Magnolia: $105,239

Lincoln, DE $105,784 Little Creek, DE $104,805 Magnolia, DE $105,239 Milford, DE $105,784 Marydel, DE $104,411 Millsboro, DE $105,784 Millville, DE $106,491 Milton, DE $105,784

Nassau, DE $105,784 Ocean View, DE $106,491 Rehoboth Beach, DE $106,491 Seaford, DE $104,674 Selbyville, DE $106,491 Smyrna, DE $104,290 Viola, DE $105,239 Woodside, DE $104,936

Bear, DE $103,523 Newark, DE $103,564 Claymont, DE $103,644 Delaware City, DE $103,564 Hockessin, DE $103,644 Kirkwood, DE $103,564 Middletown, DE $104,078 Montchanin, DE $103,644

New Castle, DE $103,644 Odessa, DE $104,220 Port Penn, DE $103,281 Rockland, DE $103,644 Saint Georges, DE $103,564 Townsend, DE $104,068 Winterthur, DE $103,644 Lewes, DE $105,784

Wilmington, DE $103,644 Dover, DE $104,755 Dover Afb, DE $104,997 Bethany Beach, DE $106,491 Bethel, DE $104,674 Bridgeville, DE $105,784 Camden Wyoming, DE $104,866 Cheswold, DE $104,512

Clayton, DE $104,250 Dagsboro, DE $106,491 Delmar, DE $104,674 Ellendale, DE $105,784 Felton, DE $105,784 Fenwick Island, DE $106,491 Frankford, DE $106,491 Frederica, DE $105,784

Georgetown, DE $105,784 Greenwood, DE $105,784 Harbeson, DE $105,784 Harrington, DE $105,784 Hartly, DE $104,199 Houston, DE $105,784 Kenton, DE $104,250 Laurel, DE $104,674

Yorklyn, DE $103,644

Electrical Distribution Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Electrical Distribution 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.

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$95,897

Average $102,443/year

$110,416

$7,991

Average $8,537/month

$9,201

$1,844

Average $1,970/week

$2,123

$46

Average $49/hour

$53

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$110,416	$9,201	$2,123	$53
Average	$102,443	$8,537	$1,970	$49
25th Percentile	$95,897	$7,991	$1,844	$46

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