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

A Network and Systems Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Network Administrator II (2-4 years)earns $94,168, a Network Administrator III (4-7 years)earns $112,957, a Network and Systems Engineer (7+ years)earns $129,392, a Network Administrator V (7-10 years)earns $150,844, a Client/Server Operations Supervisor (10+ years)earns $115,186,

What are the highest paying states for a Network and Systems Engineer?

Network and Systems Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Network and Systems Engineer roles are District of Columbia $140,933, California $140,398, Massachusetts $138,527. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Network and Systems Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Network and Systems Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Network Engineer VI: $191,640; Network Engineer V: $153,136; Network Engineer - Project Lead: $133,740; Senior Network Engineer: $113,890; Network Maintenance Engineer III: $113,820.

Network and Systems Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Network and Systems Engineer make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Network and Systems Engineer in Delaware is $129,197 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $62.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $148,814
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $117,720 to $139,465
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $107,271

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Network and Systems Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$139,465	$11,622	$2,682	$67
Average	$129,197	$10,766	$2,485	$62
25th Percentile	$117,720	$9,810	$2,264	$57

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Key Factors That Influence Network and Systems Engineer Salaries

A Network and Systems Engineer'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 and Systems Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Network and Systems Engineer'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): $94,168
Early Career (1-2 years): $112,957
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $129,392
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $150,844
Expert (over 8 years): $115,186

Levels	Salary
Network A... Level Network and Systems Engineer	$94,168
Network A... Level Network and Systems Engineer	$112,957
Network a... Level Network and Systems Engineer	$129,392
Network A... Level Network and Systems Engineer	$150,844
Client/Se... Level Network and Systems Engineer	$115,186

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How Do Network and Systems Engineer 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 and Systems Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $140,933.
California: $140,398.
Massachusetts: $138,527.

District of Columbia $140,933 California $140,398 Massachusetts $138,527 Washington $138,018 New Jersey $137,967 Alaska $137,789 Connecticut $136,032 New York $135,320

Hawaii $133,041 Rhode Island $131,972 Maryland $131,246 Minnesota $130,254 Colorado $129,872 Illinois $129,744 Oregon $129,261 Delaware $128,904

New Hampshire $128,680 Virginia $128,179 Pennsylvania $126,715 Nevada $125,977 North Dakota $125,735 Michigan $125,353 Wisconsin $125,213 Vermont $124,933

Texas $124,156 Maine $124,106 Arizona $124,029 Ohio $123,940 Georgia $122,769 Indiana $122,184 Wyoming $122,069 Utah $121,891

Iowa $121,814 Kansas $121,203 Louisiana $121,025 North Carolina $120,962 Missouri $120,936 Florida $120,440 Montana $120,172 Nebraska $119,918

Kentucky $119,778 South Carolina $119,269 Tennessee $118,950 Idaho $118,823 New Mexico $117,894 Oklahoma $117,690 Alabama $116,939 South Dakota $115,679

Arkansas $114,992 West Virginia $114,623 Mississippi $113,515

Top Paying Cities for Network and Systems Engineers

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: $133,410
Little Creek: $132,176
Magnolia: $132,723

Lincoln, DE $133,410 Little Creek, DE $132,176 Magnolia, DE $132,723 Milford, DE $133,410 Marydel, DE $131,679 Millsboro, DE $133,410 Millville, DE $134,301 Milton, DE $133,410

Nassau, DE $133,410 Ocean View, DE $134,301 Rehoboth Beach, DE $134,301 Seaford, DE $132,010 Selbyville, DE $134,301 Smyrna, DE $131,526 Viola, DE $132,723 Woodside, DE $132,341

Bear, DE $130,559 Newark, DE $130,610 Claymont, DE $130,712 Delaware City, DE $130,610 Hockessin, DE $130,712 Kirkwood, DE $130,610 Middletown, DE $131,259 Montchanin, DE $130,712

New Castle, DE $130,712 Odessa, DE $131,437 Port Penn, DE $130,254 Rockland, DE $130,712 Saint Georges, DE $130,610 Townsend, DE $131,246 Winterthur, DE $130,712 Lewes, DE $133,410

Wilmington, DE $130,712 Dover, DE $132,112 Dover Afb, DE $132,417 Bethany Beach, DE $134,301 Bethel, DE $132,010 Bridgeville, DE $133,410 Camden Wyoming, DE $132,252 Cheswold, DE $131,806

Clayton, DE $131,476 Dagsboro, DE $134,301 Delmar, DE $132,010 Ellendale, DE $133,410 Felton, DE $133,410 Fenwick Island, DE $134,301 Frankford, DE $134,301 Frederica, DE $133,410

Georgetown, DE $133,410 Greenwood, DE $133,410 Harbeson, DE $133,410 Harrington, DE $133,410 Hartly, DE $131,412 Houston, DE $133,410 Kenton, DE $131,476 Laurel, DE $132,010

Yorklyn, DE $130,712

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

Understanding how a Network and Systems Engineer'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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$117,720

Average $129,197/year

$139,465

$9,810

Average $10,766/month

$11,622

$2,264

Average $2,485/week

$2,682

$57

Average $62/hour

$67

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$139,465	$11,622	$2,682	$67
Average	$129,197	$10,766	$2,485	$62
25th Percentile	$117,720	$9,810	$2,264	$57

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