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

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

How does experience change A Network Engineer 's salary?

A Network Engineer 's salary grows with experience: a Network Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $80,050, a Network Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $95,502, a Network Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $115,525, a Network Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $135,744, a Network Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $155,433,

What are the highest paying states for a Network Engineer I?

Network Engineer I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Network Engineer I roles are District of Columbia $87,322, California $86,990, Massachusetts $85,831. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Network Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Network Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Network Engineer VI: $191,640; Network Engineer III: $113,818; Network Engineer: $94,586; Network Engineer II: $94,091; DevOps Engineer I: $83,483.

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Network Engineer I Salary in Delaware

How much does a Network Engineer I make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Network Engineer I in Delaware is $80,050 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $38.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $99,441
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $74,357 to $90,200
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $69,174

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Network Engineer I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$90,200	$7,517	$1,735	$43
Average	$80,050	$6,671	$1,539	$38
25th Percentile	$74,357	$6,196	$1,430	$36

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Key Factors That Influence Network Engineer I Salaries

A Network Engineer I'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 Network Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Network Engineer I'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:

Network Engineer I (0-2 years): $80,050
Network Engineer II (2-4 years): $95,502
Network Engineer III (4-7 years): $115,525
Network Engineer IV (7+ years): $135,744
Network Engineer V (7-10 years): $155,433

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Network Engineer I	0-2 years	$80,050
Network Engineer II	2-4 years	$95,502
Network Engineer III	4-7 years	$115,525
Network Engineer IV	7+ years	$135,744
Network Engineer V	7-10 years	$155,433

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How Do Network Engineer I 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 Network Engineer Is. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $87,322.
California: $86,990.
Massachusetts: $85,831.

District of Columbia $87,322 California $86,990 Massachusetts $85,831 Washington $85,515 New Jersey $85,484 Alaska $85,374 Connecticut $84,285 New York $83,844

Hawaii $82,432 Rhode Island $81,769 Maryland $81,320 Minnesota $80,705 Colorado $80,468 Illinois $80,389 Oregon $80,089 Delaware $79,869

New Hampshire $79,730 Virginia $79,419 Pennsylvania $78,512 Nevada $78,055 North Dakota $77,905 Michigan $77,668 Wisconsin $77,581 Vermont $77,408

Texas $76,927 Maine $76,895 Arizona $76,848 Ohio $76,793 Georgia $76,067 Indiana $75,704 Wyoming $75,633 Utah $75,523

Iowa $75,476 Kansas $75,097 Louisiana $74,987 North Carolina $74,947 Missouri $74,932 Florida $74,624 Montana $74,458 Nebraska $74,301

Kentucky $74,214 South Carolina $73,898 Tennessee $73,701 Idaho $73,622 New Mexico $73,047 Oklahoma $72,920 Alabama $72,455 South Dakota $71,674

Arkansas $71,248 West Virginia $71,020 Mississippi $70,334

Top Paying Cities for Network Engineer Is

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: $82,661
Little Creek: $81,895
Magnolia: $82,235

Lincoln, DE $82,661 Little Creek, DE $81,895 Magnolia, DE $82,235 Milford, DE $82,661 Marydel, DE $81,588 Millsboro, DE $82,661 Millville, DE $83,213 Milton, DE $82,661

Nassau, DE $82,661 Ocean View, DE $83,213 Rehoboth Beach, DE $83,213 Seaford, DE $81,793 Selbyville, DE $83,213 Smyrna, DE $81,493 Viola, DE $82,235 Woodside, DE $81,998

Bear, DE $80,894 Newark, DE $80,925 Claymont, DE $80,989 Delaware City, DE $80,925 Hockessin, DE $80,989 Kirkwood, DE $80,925 Middletown, DE $81,328 Montchanin, DE $80,989

New Castle, DE $80,989 Odessa, DE $81,438 Port Penn, DE $80,705 Rockland, DE $80,989 Saint Georges, DE $80,925 Townsend, DE $81,320 Winterthur, DE $80,989 Lewes, DE $82,661

Wilmington, DE $80,989 Dover, DE $81,856 Dover Afb, DE $82,045 Bethany Beach, DE $83,213 Bethel, DE $81,793 Bridgeville, DE $82,661 Camden Wyoming, DE $81,943 Cheswold, DE $81,667

Clayton, DE $81,462 Dagsboro, DE $83,213 Delmar, DE $81,793 Ellendale, DE $82,661 Felton, DE $82,661 Fenwick Island, DE $83,213 Frankford, DE $83,213 Frederica, DE $82,661

Georgetown, DE $82,661 Greenwood, DE $82,661 Harbeson, DE $82,661 Harrington, DE $82,661 Hartly, DE $81,422 Houston, DE $82,661 Kenton, DE $81,462 Laurel, DE $81,793

Yorklyn, DE $80,989

Network Engineer I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Network Engineer I'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

$74,357

Average $80,050/year

$90,200

$6,196

Average $6,671/month

$7,517

$1,430

Average $1,539/week

$1,735

$36

Average $38/hour

$43

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$90,200	$7,517	$1,735	$43
Average	$80,050	$6,671	$1,539	$38
25th Percentile	$74,357	$6,196	$1,430	$36

Network Engineer I Salary Growth & Career Path

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