What are the main factors that influence a Network Engineer II'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 II?

Network Engineer II salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Network Engineer II roles are District of Columbia $104,178, California $103,782, Massachusetts $102,399. 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; DevOps Engineer II: $101,413; Network Engineer: $94,586; Network Technician Ii: $94,586; Network Architect II: $94,573.

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Network Engineer II Salary in Delaware

How much does a Network Engineer II make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Network Engineer II in Delaware is $95,502 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $46.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $101,799
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $90,619 to $98,798
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $86,173

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Network Engineer II Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$98,798	$8,233	$1,900	$47
Average	$95,502	$7,959	$1,837	$46
25th Percentile	$90,619	$7,552	$1,743	$44

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Key Factors That Influence Network Engineer II Salaries

A Network Engineer II'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 II'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 II 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 IIs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $104,178.
California: $103,782.
Massachusetts: $102,399.

District of Columbia $104,178 California $103,782 Massachusetts $102,399 Washington $102,023 New Jersey $101,985 Alaska $101,854 Connecticut $100,555 New York $100,028

Hawaii $98,344 Rhode Island $97,554 Maryland $97,017 Minnesota $96,283 Colorado $96,001 Illinois $95,907 Oregon $95,549 Delaware $95,286

New Hampshire $95,120 Virginia $94,750 Pennsylvania $93,668 Nevada $93,122 North Dakota $92,943 Michigan $92,661 Wisconsin $92,557 Vermont $92,350

Texas $91,776 Maine $91,739 Arizona $91,682 Ohio $91,616 Georgia $90,751 Indiana $90,318 Wyoming $90,233 Utah $90,102

Iowa $90,045 Kansas $89,593 Louisiana $89,462 North Carolina $89,415 Missouri $89,396 Florida $89,029 Montana $88,831 Nebraska $88,643

Kentucky $88,540 South Carolina $88,163 Tennessee $87,928 Idaho $87,834 New Mexico $87,147 Oklahoma $86,997 Alabama $86,441 South Dakota $85,510

Arkansas $85,002 West Virginia $84,729 Mississippi $83,910

Top Paying Cities for Network Engineer IIs

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: $98,617
Little Creek: $97,704
Magnolia: $98,109

Lincoln, DE $98,617 Little Creek, DE $97,704 Magnolia, DE $98,109 Milford, DE $98,617 Marydel, DE $97,337 Millsboro, DE $98,617 Millville, DE $99,275 Milton, DE $98,617

Nassau, DE $98,617 Ocean View, DE $99,275 Rehoboth Beach, DE $99,275 Seaford, DE $97,582 Selbyville, DE $99,275 Smyrna, DE $97,224 Viola, DE $98,109 Woodside, DE $97,826

Bear, DE $96,509 Newark, DE $96,547 Claymont, DE $96,622 Delaware City, DE $96,547 Hockessin, DE $96,622 Kirkwood, DE $96,547 Middletown, DE $97,027 Montchanin, DE $96,622

New Castle, DE $96,622 Odessa, DE $97,158 Port Penn, DE $96,283 Rockland, DE $96,622 Saint Georges, DE $96,547 Townsend, DE $97,017 Winterthur, DE $96,622 Lewes, DE $98,617

Wilmington, DE $96,622 Dover, DE $97,657 Dover Afb, DE $97,883 Bethany Beach, DE $99,275 Bethel, DE $97,582 Bridgeville, DE $98,617 Camden Wyoming, DE $97,761 Cheswold, DE $97,431

Clayton, DE $97,187 Dagsboro, DE $99,275 Delmar, DE $97,582 Ellendale, DE $98,617 Felton, DE $98,617 Fenwick Island, DE $99,275 Frankford, DE $99,275 Frederica, DE $98,617

Georgetown, DE $98,617 Greenwood, DE $98,617 Harbeson, DE $98,617 Harrington, DE $98,617 Hartly, DE $97,140 Houston, DE $98,617 Kenton, DE $97,187 Laurel, DE $97,582

Yorklyn, DE $96,622

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

Understanding how a Network Engineer II'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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$90,619

Average $95,502/year

$98,798

$7,552

Average $7,959/month

$8,233

$1,743

Average $1,837/week

$1,900

$44

Average $46/hour

$47

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$98,798	$8,233	$1,900	$47
Average	$95,502	$7,959	$1,837	$46
25th Percentile	$90,619	$7,552	$1,743	$44

Network Engineer II Salary Growth & Career Path

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