What are the main factors that influence a Network Engineering - Specialist's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Network Engineering - Specialist?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Network Engineering - Specialist roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

How does experience change A Network Engineering - Specialist's salary?

A Network Engineering - Specialist's salary grows with experience: an Intermediate Network Engineer (2-4 years)earns $104,194, a Network Implementation Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $126,044, a Network Engineering - Specialist (7+ years)earns $148,128, a Network Implementation Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $169,599, a Network Implementation Engineer VI (10-12 years)earns $212,204,

What are the highest paying states for a Network Engineering - Specialist?

Network Engineering - Specialist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Network Engineering - Specialist roles are District of Columbia $148,190, California $147,590, Massachusetts $145,590. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Network Engineering - Specialist roles make?

Salaries for Network Engineering - Specialist level roles vary by specialization: Network Engineering Director: $197,725; Director Of Network Engineering: $170,067; Network Engineering Senior Manager: $167,696; Manager, Network Security and Engineering: $141,490; Network Engineering Manager: $140,434.

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Network Engineering - Specialist Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Network Engineering - Specialist make in District of Columbia?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Network Engineering - Specialist in District of Columbia is $148,190 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $71.

However, a Network Engineering - Specialist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $170,351
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $134,190 to $159,790
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $121,444

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Network Engineering - Specialist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$159,790	$13,316	$3,073	$77
Average	$148,190	$12,349	$2,850	$71
25th Percentile	$134,190	$11,183	$2,581	$65

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Key Factors That Influence Network Engineering - Specialist Salaries

A Network Engineering - Specialist'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 Engineering - Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Network Engineering - Specialist'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:

Intermediate Network Engineer (2-4 years): $104,194
Network Implementation Engineer III (4-7 years): $126,044
Network Engineering - Specialist (7+ years): $148,128
Network Implementation Engineer V (7-10 years): $169,599
Network Implementation Engineer VI (10-12 years): $212,204

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Intermediate Network Engineer	2-4 years	$104,194
Network Implementation Engineer III	4-7 years	$126,044
Network Engineering - Specialist	7+ years	$148,128
Network Implementation Engineer V	7-10 years	$169,599
Network Implementation Engineer VI	10-12 years	$212,204

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How Do Network Engineering - Specialist 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 Engineering - Specialists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $148,190.
California: $147,590.
Massachusetts: $145,590.

District of Columbia $148,190 California $147,590 Massachusetts $145,590 Washington $145,090 New Jersey $145,090 Alaska $144,890 Connecticut $142,990 New York $142,290

Hawaii $139,890 Rhode Island $138,790 Maryland $137,990 Minnesota $136,990 Colorado $136,590 Illinois $136,390 Oregon $135,890 Delaware $135,490

New Hampshire $135,290 Virginia $134,790 Pennsylvania $133,190 Nevada $132,490 North Dakota $132,190 Michigan $131,790 Wisconsin $131,690 Vermont $131,390

Maine $130,490 Texas $130,490 Arizona $130,390 Ohio $130,290 Georgia $129,090 Indiana $128,490 Wyoming $128,390 Utah $128,190

Iowa $128,090 Kansas $127,390 Louisiana $127,290 Missouri $127,190 North Carolina $127,190 Florida $126,590 Montana $126,390 Nebraska $126,090

Kentucky $125,890 South Carolina $125,390 Tennessee $125,090 Idaho $124,890 New Mexico $123,990 Oklahoma $123,690 Alabama $122,990 South Dakota $121,590

Arkansas $120,890 West Virginia $120,490 Mississippi $119,390

Top Paying Cities for Network Engineering - Specialists

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:

Parcel Return Service: $147,390
Washington: $147,390
Naval Anacost Annex: $147,390

Parcel Return Service, DC $147,390 Washington, DC $147,390 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $147,390 Washington Navy Yard, DC $147,390

Network Engineering - Specialist Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Network Engineering - Specialist salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $165,749. While startup companies pay approximate $140,174.

Network Engineering - Specialist Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$140,174
Growth Stage	51~500	$148,256
Established	501~5000	$160,063
Enterprise	5000+	$165,749

Network Engineering - Specialist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Network Engineering - Specialist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 49% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Network Engineering - Specialist positions in Transportation or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Network Engineering - Specialist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Network Engineering - Specialist

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$185,238	$89.0	25%
Energy & Utilities	$163,009	$78.0	10%
Financial Services	$163,009	$78.0	10%
Software & Networking	$163,009	$78.0	10%
Insurance	$160,045	$77.0	8%

Network Engineering - Specialist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Network Engineering - Specialist'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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$134,190

Average $148,190/year

$159,790

$11,183

Average $12,349/month

$13,316

$2,581

Average $2,850/week

$3,073

$65

Average $71/hour

$77

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$159,790	$13,316	$3,073	$77
Average	$148,190	$12,349	$2,850	$71
25th Percentile	$134,190	$11,183	$2,581	$65

Network Engineering - Specialist Salary Growth & Career Path

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