What are the main factors that influence a Network Engineer VI'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 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, a Network Engineering Supervisor (12+ years)earns $122,502, a Network Engineering Manager (12+ years)earns $142,516,

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

Network Engineer VI salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Network Engineer VI roles are District of Columbia $212,184, California $211,379, Massachusetts $208,562. 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: Signal & Image Processing Engineer VI: $216,966; Electrical Design Engineer VI: $200,810; Electrical Engineer VI: $200,804; Civil/Construction/Structural Engineer VI: $192,690; Civil Infrastructure Engineer VI: $192,630.

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Network Engineer VI Salary in Delaware

How much does a Network Engineer VI make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Network Engineer VI in Delaware is $194,515 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $94.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $215,007
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $177,558 to $205,241
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $162,120

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Network Engineer VI Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$205,241	$17,103	$3,947	$99
Average	$194,515	$16,210	$3,741	$94
25th Percentile	$177,558	$14,797	$3,415	$85

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Key Factors That Influence Network Engineer VI Salaries

A Network Engineer VI'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 VI'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 IV (7+ years): $135,744
Network Engineer V (7-10 years): $155,433
Network Engineer VI (10-12 years): $194,515
Network Engineering Supervisor (12+ years): $122,502
Network Engineering Manager (12+ years): $142,516

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Network Engineer IV	7+ years	$135,744
Network Engineer V	7-10 years	$155,433
Network Engineer VI	10-12 years	$194,515
Network Engineering Supervisor	12+ years	$122,502
Network Engineering Manager	12+ years	$142,516

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

District of Columbia: $212,184.
California: $211,379.
Massachusetts: $208,562.

District of Columbia $212,184 California $211,379 Massachusetts $208,562 Washington $207,795 New Jersey $207,719 Alaska $207,450 Connecticut $204,806 New York $203,732

Hawaii $200,302 Rhode Island $198,692 Maryland $197,600 Minnesota $196,105 Colorado $195,530 Illinois $195,339 Oregon $194,610 Delaware $194,074

New Hampshire $193,737 Virginia $192,981 Pennsylvania $190,778 Nevada $189,666 North Dakota $189,302 Michigan $188,727 Wisconsin $188,516 Vermont $188,095

Texas $186,926 Maine $186,849 Arizona $186,734 Ohio $186,600 Georgia $184,837 Indiana $183,955 Wyoming $183,783 Utah $183,514

Iowa $183,399 Kansas $182,480 Louisiana $182,211 North Carolina $182,115 Missouri $182,077 Florida $181,330 Montana $180,927 Nebraska $180,544

Kentucky $180,333 South Carolina $179,567 Tennessee $179,088 Idaho $178,896 New Mexico $177,497 Oklahoma $177,190 Alabama $176,060 South Dakota $174,162

Arkansas $173,128 West Virginia $172,572 Mississippi $170,905

Top Paying Cities for Network Engineer VIs

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: $200,858
Little Creek: $198,999
Magnolia: $199,823

Lincoln, DE $200,858 Little Creek, DE $198,999 Magnolia, DE $199,823 Milford, DE $200,858 Marydel, DE $198,252 Millsboro, DE $200,858 Millville, DE $202,199 Milton, DE $200,858

Nassau, DE $200,858 Ocean View, DE $202,199 Rehoboth Beach, DE $202,199 Seaford, DE $198,750 Selbyville, DE $202,199 Smyrna, DE $198,022 Viola, DE $199,823 Woodside, DE $199,248

Bear, DE $196,565 Newark, DE $196,642 Claymont, DE $196,795 Delaware City, DE $196,642 Hockessin, DE $196,795 Kirkwood, DE $196,642 Middletown, DE $197,619 Montchanin, DE $196,795

New Castle, DE $196,795 Odessa, DE $197,887 Port Penn, DE $196,105 Rockland, DE $196,795 Saint Georges, DE $196,642 Townsend, DE $197,600 Winterthur, DE $196,795 Lewes, DE $200,858

Wilmington, DE $196,795 Dover, DE $198,903 Dover Afb, DE $199,363 Bethany Beach, DE $202,199 Bethel, DE $198,750 Bridgeville, DE $200,858 Camden Wyoming, DE $199,114 Cheswold, DE $198,443

Clayton, DE $197,945 Dagsboro, DE $202,199 Delmar, DE $198,750 Ellendale, DE $200,858 Felton, DE $200,858 Fenwick Island, DE $202,199 Frankford, DE $202,199 Frederica, DE $200,858

Georgetown, DE $200,858 Greenwood, DE $200,858 Harbeson, DE $200,858 Harrington, DE $200,858 Hartly, DE $197,849 Houston, DE $200,858 Kenton, DE $197,945 Laurel, DE $198,750

Yorklyn, DE $196,795

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

Understanding how a Network Engineer VI'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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$177,558

Average $194,515/year

$205,241

$14,797

Average $16,210/month

$17,103

$3,415

Average $3,741/week

$3,947

$85

Average $94/hour

$99

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$205,241	$17,103	$3,947	$99
Average	$194,515	$16,210	$3,741	$94
25th Percentile	$177,558	$14,797	$3,415	$85

Network Engineer VI Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Network Engineer VI, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Network Engineering Supervisor role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $122,502 - a projected growth of -37% over your current level.

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