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

A Communications Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Communications Engineer (0-2 years)earns $72,613, a Telecommunications Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $93,256, a Telecommunications Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $123,461, a Telecommunications Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $143,335, a Telecommunications Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $161,572,

What are the highest paying states for a Communications Engineer?

Communications Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Communications Engineer roles are District of Columbia $76,501, California $76,211, Massachusetts $75,195. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Communications Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Communications Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Director of Communications: $180,790; Communications Director: $180,785; Marketing Communications Director: $173,649; Dean of Communications: $148,215; Communications Manager: $122,327.

Communications Engineer Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Communications Engineer make in Rhode Island?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Communications Engineer in Rhode Island is $72,134 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $35.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $77,691
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $63,166 to $75,043
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $55,000

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Communications Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$75,043	$6,254	$1,443	$36
Average	$72,134	$6,011	$1,387	$35
25th Percentile	$63,166	$5,264	$1,215	$30

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Key Factors That Influence Communications Engineer Salaries

A Communications 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 Communications Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Communications 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): $72,613
Early Career (1-2 years): $93,256
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $123,461
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $143,335
Expert (over 8 years): $161,572

Levels	Salary
Communica... Level Communications Engineer	$72,613
Telecommu... Level Communications Engineer	$93,256
Telecommu... Level Communications Engineer	$123,461
Telecommu... Level Communications Engineer	$143,335
Telecommu... Level Communications Engineer	$161,572

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How Do Communications 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 Communications Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $76,501.
California: $76,211.
Massachusetts: $75,195.

District of Columbia $76,501 California $76,211 Massachusetts $75,195 Washington $74,919 New Jersey $74,891 Alaska $74,794 Connecticut $73,841 New York $73,454

Hawaii $72,217 Rhode Island $71,637 Maryland $71,243 Minnesota $70,704 Colorado $70,497 Illinois $70,428 Oregon $70,165 Delaware $69,972

New Hampshire $69,850 Virginia $69,578 Pennsylvania $68,783 Nevada $68,383 North Dakota $68,251 Michigan $68,044 Wisconsin $67,968 Vermont $67,816

Texas $67,395 Maine $67,367 Arizona $67,325 Ohio $67,277 Georgia $66,641 Indiana $66,324 Wyoming $66,261 Utah $66,165

Iowa $66,123 Kansas $65,792 Louisiana $65,695 North Carolina $65,660 Missouri $65,646 Florida $65,377 Montana $65,232 Nebraska $65,094

Kentucky $65,018 South Carolina $64,741 Tennessee $64,569 Idaho $64,499 New Mexico $63,995 Oklahoma $63,885 Alabama $63,477 South Dakota $62,793

Arkansas $62,420 West Virginia $62,219 Mississippi $61,618

Top Paying Cities for Communications 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:

Adamsville: $72,811
Albion: $71,602
Ashaway: $73,088

Adamsville, RI $72,811 Albion, RI $71,602 Ashaway, RI $73,088 Barrington, RI $71,602 Block Island, RI $72,708 Bradford, RI $73,039 Bristol, RI $71,533 Carolina, RI $72,445

Charlestown, RI $72,521 Chepachet, RI $71,464 Clayville, RI $71,533 Coventry, RI $71,464 West Greenwich, RI $71,416 East Greenwich, RI $71,513 Exeter, RI $73,039 Fiskeville, RI $71,602

Forestdale, RI $71,533 Foster, RI $71,416 Glendale, RI $71,416 Greene, RI $72,217 Greenville, RI $71,602 Harmony, RI $71,582 Harrisville, RI $71,464 Hope, RI $71,602

Hope Valley, RI $73,088 Hopkinton, RI $73,109 Jamestown, RI $72,376 Kenyon, RI $73,019 Little Compton, RI $72,784 Manville, RI $71,602 Mapleville, RI $71,416 Newport, RI $72,390

Middletown, RI $72,694 North Kingstown, RI $71,395 North Scituate, RI $71,582 Oakland, RI $71,485 Pascoag, RI $71,443 Pawtucket, RI $71,602 Central Falls, RI $71,602 Cumberland, RI $71,602

Lincoln, RI $71,602 Portsmouth, RI $72,100 Prudence Island, RI $71,464 Rockville, RI $73,109 Saunderstown, RI $72,418 Shannock, RI $72,998 Slatersville, RI $71,533 Slocum, RI $72,418

Tiverton, RI $72,832 Wakefield, RI $72,342 Kingston, RI $72,355 Narragansett, RI $72,369 Peace Dale, RI $72,342 Warren, RI $71,582 Warwick, RI $71,602 Westerly, RI $73,129

West Kingston, RI $72,397 West Warwick, RI $71,602 Wood River Junction, RI $73,039 Woonsocket, RI $71,533 North Smithfield, RI $71,582 Wyoming, RI $73,019 Providence, RI $71,602 Cranston, RI $71,602

North Providence, RI $71,602 East Providence, RI $71,602 Riverside, RI $71,602 Rumford, RI $71,602 Smithfield, RI $71,602 Johnston, RI $71,602

Communications Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Communications 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.

Last Updated on May 18, 2021

$63,166

Average $72,134/year

$75,043

$5,264

Average $6,011/month

$6,254

$1,215

Average $1,387/week

$1,443

$30

Average $35/hour

$36

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$75,043	$6,254	$1,443	$36
Average	$72,134	$6,011	$1,387	$35
25th Percentile	$63,166	$5,264	$1,215	$30

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