What are the main factors that influence a Network Engineer IV'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 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, a Network Engineer VI (10-12 years)earns $194,515,

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

Network Engineer IV salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Network Engineer IV roles are District of Columbia $148,075, California $147,513, Massachusetts $145,547. 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: Technical Project Engineer IV: $160,070; DevOps Engineer IV: $151,824; Network Architect IV: $140,453; Network Planning Analyst IV: $140,438; Telecommunications Network Engineer IV: $137,290.

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Network Engineer IV Salary in Delaware

How much does a Network Engineer IV make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Network Engineer IV in Delaware is $135,744 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $65.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $156,050
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $122,969 to $146,373
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $111,339

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Network Engineer IV Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$146,373	$12,198	$2,815	$70
Average	$135,744	$11,312	$2,610	$65
25th Percentile	$122,969	$10,247	$2,365	$59

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Key Factors That Influence Network Engineer IV Salaries

A Network Engineer IV'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 IV'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 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
Network Engineer VI (10-12 years): $194,515

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
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
Network Engineer VI	10-12 years	$194,515

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

District of Columbia: $148,075.
California: $147,513.
Massachusetts: $145,547.

District of Columbia $148,075 California $147,513 Massachusetts $145,547 Washington $145,012 New Jersey $144,959 Alaska $144,771 Connecticut $142,926 New York $142,177

Hawaii $139,783 Rhode Island $138,660 Maryland $137,897 Minnesota $136,854 Colorado $136,453 Illinois $136,319 Oregon $135,811 Delaware $135,436

New Hampshire $135,201 Virginia $134,674 Pennsylvania $133,136 Nevada $132,360 North Dakota $132,106 Michigan $131,705 Wisconsin $131,558 Vermont $131,264

Texas $130,448 Maine $130,395 Arizona $130,314 Ohio $130,221 Georgia $128,990 Indiana $128,375 Wyoming $128,255 Utah $128,068

Iowa $127,987 Kansas $127,345 Louisiana $127,158 North Carolina $127,091 Missouri $127,064 Florida $126,543 Montana $126,262 Nebraska $125,995

Kentucky $125,847 South Carolina $125,313 Tennessee $124,978 Idaho $124,844 New Mexico $123,868 Oklahoma $123,654 Alabama $122,865 South Dakota $121,541

Arkansas $120,819 West Virginia $120,431 Mississippi $119,268

Top Paying Cities for Network Engineer IVs

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: $140,171
Little Creek: $138,874
Magnolia: $139,449

Lincoln, DE $140,171 Little Creek, DE $138,874 Magnolia, DE $139,449 Milford, DE $140,171 Marydel, DE $138,352 Millsboro, DE $140,171 Millville, DE $141,107 Milton, DE $140,171

Nassau, DE $140,171 Ocean View, DE $141,107 Rehoboth Beach, DE $141,107 Seaford, DE $138,700 Selbyville, DE $141,107 Smyrna, DE $138,191 Viola, DE $139,449 Woodside, DE $139,047

Bear, DE $137,175 Newark, DE $137,229 Claymont, DE $137,336 Delaware City, DE $137,229 Hockessin, DE $137,336 Kirkwood, DE $137,229 Middletown, DE $137,911 Montchanin, DE $137,336

New Castle, DE $137,336 Odessa, DE $138,098 Port Penn, DE $136,854 Rockland, DE $137,336 Saint Georges, DE $137,229 Townsend, DE $137,897 Winterthur, DE $137,336 Lewes, DE $140,171

Wilmington, DE $137,336 Dover, DE $138,807 Dover Afb, DE $139,128 Bethany Beach, DE $141,107 Bethel, DE $138,700 Bridgeville, DE $140,171 Camden Wyoming, DE $138,954 Cheswold, DE $138,486

Clayton, DE $138,138 Dagsboro, DE $141,107 Delmar, DE $138,700 Ellendale, DE $140,171 Felton, DE $140,171 Fenwick Island, DE $141,107 Frankford, DE $141,107 Frederica, DE $140,171

Georgetown, DE $140,171 Greenwood, DE $140,171 Harbeson, DE $140,171 Harrington, DE $140,171 Hartly, DE $138,071 Houston, DE $140,171 Kenton, DE $138,138 Laurel, DE $138,700

Yorklyn, DE $137,336

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

Understanding how a Network Engineer IV'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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$122,969

Average $135,744/year

$146,373

$10,247

Average $11,312/month

$12,198

$2,365

Average $2,610/week

$2,815

$59

Average $65/hour

$70

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$146,373	$12,198	$2,815	$70
Average	$135,744	$11,312	$2,610	$65
25th Percentile	$122,969	$10,247	$2,365	$59

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