What are the main factors that influence a Critical Environment Technician'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 Critical Environment Technician?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Critical Environment Technician roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

How does experience change A Critical Environment Technician's salary?

A Critical Environment Technician's salary grows with experience: starting around $53,612 for beginners, reaching about $66,492 at mid-level, and approach $82,729 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Critical Environment Technician?

Critical Environment Technician salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Critical Environment Technician roles are District of Columbia $67,094, California $66,840, Massachusetts $65,949. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Critical Environment Technician roles make?

Salaries for Critical Environment Technician level roles vary by specialization: Lead Environment Artist: $121,456; Environment Manager: $98,021; Environment Consultant: $97,056; 3d Environment Artist: $90,492; Environment Concept Artist: $69,887.

Critical Environment Technician Salary in Delaware

How much does a Critical Environment Technician make in Delaware? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for a Critical Environment Technician in Delaware is $61,368 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $30.

However, a Critical Environment Technician's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $77,891
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $55,024 to $70,017
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $49,248

10% $49,248

50% (Median) $61,368

90% $77,891

Critical Environment Technician Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$70,017	$5,835	$1,346	$34
Average	$61,368	$5,114	$1,180	$30
25th Percentile	$55,024	$4,585	$1,058	$26

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Key Factors That Influence Critical Environment Technician Salaries

A Critical Environment Technician'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 Critical Environment Technician Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Critical Environment Technician'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): $53,612
Early Career (1-2 years): $59,566
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $66,492
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $76,431
Expert (over 8 years): $82,729

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Facilities Mechanic Technician I	less than 1 year	$53,612
Critical Environment Technician	1-2 years	$59,566
Facilities Mechanic Technician III	2-4 years	$66,492
Facilities Mechanic Technician IV	5-8 years	$76,431
Facilities Mechanic Supervisor	over 8 years	$82,729

How Do Critical Environment Technician 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 Critical Environment Technicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $67,094.
California: $66,840.
Massachusetts: $65,949.

District of Columbia $67,094 California $66,840 Massachusetts $65,949 Washington $65,706 New Jersey $65,682 Alaska $65,597 Connecticut $64,761 New York $64,422

Hawaii $63,337 Rhode Island $62,828 Maryland $62,483 Minnesota $62,010 Colorado $61,828 Illinois $61,768 Oregon $61,537 Delaware $61,368

New Hampshire $61,261 Virginia $61,022 Pennsylvania $60,325 Nevada $59,974 North Dakota $59,859 Michigan $59,677 Wisconsin $59,610 Vermont $59,477

Texas $59,107 Maine $59,083 Arizona $59,047 Ohio $59,004 Georgia $58,447 Indiana $58,168 Wyoming $58,113 Utah $58,029

Iowa $57,992 Kansas $57,701 Louisiana $57,617 North Carolina $57,586 Missouri $57,574 Florida $57,338 Montana $57,211 Nebraska $57,089

Kentucky $57,023 South Carolina $56,780 Tennessee $56,629 Idaho $56,568 New Mexico $56,126 Oklahoma $56,029 Alabama $55,671 South Dakota $55,071

Arkansas $54,744 West Virginia $54,568 Mississippi $54,041

Top Paying Cities for Critical Environment Technician

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: $61,091
Little Creek: $61,538
Magnolia: $61,450

Lincoln, DE $61,091

Little Creek, DE $61,538

Magnolia, DE $61,450

Milford, DE $61,246

Marydel, DE $61,347

Millsboro, DE $60,835

Millville, DE $60,929

Milton, DE $61,034

Nassau, DE $61,079

Ocean View, DE $60,919

Rehoboth Beach, DE $61,036

Seaford, DE $61,070

Selbyville, DE $60,817

Smyrna, DE $61,581

Viola, DE $61,297

Woodside, DE $61,462

Bear, DE $61,320

Newark, DE $61,297

Claymont, DE $61,423

Delaware City, DE $61,359

Hockessin, DE $61,292

Kirkwood, DE $61,347

Middletown, DE $61,371

Montchanin, DE $61,306

New Castle, DE $61,315

Odessa, DE $61,401

Port Penn, DE $61,442

Rockland, DE $61,312

Saint Georges, DE $61,351

Townsend, DE $61,446

Winterthur, DE $61,319

Lewes, DE $61,058

Wilmington, DE $61,295

Dover, DE $61,538

Dover Afb, DE $61,214

Bethany Beach, DE $60,854

Bethel, DE $60,917

Bridgeville, DE $61,061

Camden Wyoming, DE $61,365

Cheswold, DE $61,518

Clayton, DE $61,520

Dagsboro, DE $60,812

Delmar, DE $60,714

Ellendale, DE $60,899

Felton, DE $61,242

Fenwick Island, DE $60,825

Frankford, DE $60,719

Frederica, DE $61,302

Georgetown, DE $60,789

Greenwood, DE $61,071

Harbeson, DE $60,854

Harrington, DE $61,164

Hartly, DE $61,354

Houston, DE $61,077

Kenton, DE $61,523

Laurel, DE $60,753

Yorklyn, DE $61,310

Critical Environment Technician Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Critical Environment Technician roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 80% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Critical Environment Technician positions in Telecom or Media typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Critical Environment Technician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Critical Environment Technician

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$85,915	$41.0	40%
Pharmaceuticals	$79,778	$38.0	30%
Internet	$76,709	$37.0	25%
Financial Services	$73,641	$35.0	20%
Energy & Utilities	$70,573	$34.0	15%

Critical Environment Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Critical Environment Technician'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.

$55,024

Average $61,368/year

$70,017

$4,585

Average $5,114/month

$5,835

$1,058

Average $1,180/week

$1,346

$26

Average $30/hour

$34

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$70,017	$5,835	$1,346	$34
Average	$61,368	$5,114	$1,180	$30
25th Percentile	$55,024	$4,585	$1,058	$26

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