Hourly Wage for Software Application Integration Engineer I Salary in the United States

What is the hourly salary range of Software Application Integration Engineer I?

As of September 01, 2026, the average hourly rate for a Software Application Integration Engineer I in the United States is $38, which translates to an annual salary of about $78,900.

However, the hourly wage can vary significantly based on several factors. Here’s a detailed look at the typical pay range per hour:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $42 per hour
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $34 to $40 per hour
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $31 per hour

10% $31

50% (Median) $38

90% $42

Software Application Integration Engineer I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$83,700	$6,975	$1,610	$40
Average	$78,900	$6,575	$1,517	$38
25th Percentile	$71,000	$5,917	$1,365	$34

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Key Factors That Influence Software Application Integration Engineer I Salaries

A Software Application Integration Engineer I'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Software Application Integration Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Software Application Integration Engineer I'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:

Software Application Integration Engineer I (0-2 years): $78,872
Software Application Integration Engineer II (2-4 years): $89,136
Software Application Integration Engineer III (4-7 years): $108,608
Integration Solutions Engineer IV (7+ years): $139,130
Integration Solutions Engineer V (7-10 years): $172,063

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Software Application Integration Engineer I	0-2 years	$78,872
Software Application Integration Engineer II	2-4 years	$89,136
Software Application Integration Engineer III	4-7 years	$108,608
Integration Solutions Engineer IV	7+ years	$139,130
Integration Solutions Engineer V	7-10 years	$172,063

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How Do Software Application Integration Engineer I 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 Software Application Integration Engineer Is. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $87,400.
California: $87,000.
Massachusetts: $85,900.

District of Columbia $87,400 California $87,000 Massachusetts $85,900 Washington $85,600 New Jersey $85,500 Alaska $85,400 Connecticut $84,300 New York $83,900

Hawaii $82,500 Rhode Island $81,800 Maryland $81,400 Minnesota $80,800 Colorado $80,500 Illinois $80,400 Oregon $80,100 Delaware $79,900

New Hampshire $79,800 Virginia $79,500 Pennsylvania $78,600 Nevada $78,100 North Dakota $78,000 Michigan $77,700 Wisconsin $77,600 Vermont $77,500

Maine $77,000 Texas $77,000 Arizona $76,900 Ohio $76,800 Georgia $76,100 Indiana $75,800 Wyoming $75,700 Utah $75,600

Iowa $75,500 Kansas $75,200 Missouri $75,000 Louisiana $75,000 North Carolina $75,000 Florida $74,700 Montana $74,500 Nebraska $74,400

Kentucky $74,300 South Carolina $74,000 Tennessee $73,800 Idaho $73,700 New Mexico $73,100 Oklahoma $73,000 Alabama $72,500 South Dakota $71,700

Arkansas $71,300 West Virginia $71,100 Mississippi $70,400

Top Paying Cities for Software Application Integration Engineer Is

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:

San Jose: $99,500
San Francisco: $98,400
Oakland: $96,400

San Jose, CA $99,500

San Francisco, CA $98,400

Oakland, CA $96,400

New York, NY $90,900

Paramus, NJ $89,800

Queens Village, NY $89,800

Passaic, NJ $89,700

Bergenfield, NJ $89,700

Huntington, NY $89,500

Stamford, CT $89,500

Newark, NJ $88,900

Bridgeport, CT $88,700

Vallejo, CA $88,600

New Brunswick, NJ $88,500

Petaluma, CA $88,500

Middlesex, NJ $88,300

Somerset, NJ $88,300

Santa Cruz, CA $88,200

Boston, MA $87,700

Monterey, CA $87,400

Seattle, WA $87,200

Santa Rosa, CA $87,200

Los Angeles, CA $87,200

Juneau, AK $87,000

Washington, DC $86,900

Orange, CA $86,600

Santa Ana, CA $86,400

Anchorage, AK $86,300

Anaheim, CA $86,300

Long Beach, CA $86,300

Santa Maria, CA $86,000

Everett, WA $86,000

Danbury, CT $85,800

Bremerton, WA $85,600

Tacoma, WA $85,400

New Suffolk, NY $85,400

Sacramento, CA $85,300

Trenton, NJ $85,200

San Diego, CA $85,200

Santa Barbara, CA $85,200

Brockton, MA $85,100

Fairbanks, AK $84,900

Lompoc, CA $84,700

Lowell, MA $84,600

Ventura, CA $84,600

Nashua, NH $84,600

Stockton, CA $84,600

Modesto, CA $84,000

Poughkeepsie, NY $83,800

Olympia, WA $83,700

Kennewick, WA $83,700

New Haven, CT $83,600

Lawrence, MA $83,400

Hartford, CT $83,300

Riverside, CA $83,300

New Bedford, MA $83,200

Richland, WA $83,200

Bakersfield, CA $83,100

San Bernardino, CA $83,000

New Britain, CT $83,000

Atlantic City, NJ $83,000

New London, CT $83,000

Norwich, CT $83,000

Portsmouth, NH $83,000

Boulder, CO $82,800

Portland, OR $82,700

Worcester, MA $82,700

Minneapolis, MN $82,400

Philadelphia, PA $82,300

Honolulu, HI $82,100

Saint Paul, MN $82,000

Vineland, NJ $82,000

Providence, RI $81,800

Chicago, IL $81,600

Bellingham, WA $81,500

Springfield, MA $81,400

Baltimore, MD $81,400

Chico, CA $81,200

Pittsfield, MA $81,000

Manchester, NH $80,800

Spokane, WA $80,500

Denver, CO $80,500

Albany, NY $80,100

Troy, NY $80,100

Nassau, NY $80,000

Schenectady, NY $79,900

Wilmington, DE $79,800

Burlington, VT $79,700

Salem, OR $79,700

Portland, ME $79,400

Yakima, WA $79,400

Rochester, MN $79,100

Reno, NV $79,100

Fresno, CA $79,100

Milwaukee, WI $79,000

Allentown, PA $78,900

Ann Arbor, MI $78,900

Detroit, MI $78,900

Colorado Springs, CO $78,800

Syracuse, NY $78,700

Carson City, NV $78,700

Houston, TX $78,600

Eugene, OR $78,600

Gary, IN $78,500

Bismarck, ND $78,400

Galveston, TX $78,400

Springfield, OR $78,400

Medford, OR $78,200

Fort Collins, CO $78,200

Concord, NH $78,200

Austin, TX $78,100

Mesa, AZ $78,000

Reading, PA $78,000

Phoenix, AZ $78,000

Dallas, TX $77,900

Saint Cloud, MN $77,900

Madison, WI $77,800

Utica, NY $77,500

Rochester, NY $77,400

Des Moines, IA $77,400

Raleigh, NC $77,400

Atlanta, GA $77,300

Battle Creek, MI $77,300

Salt Lake City, UT $77,200

Lancaster, PA $77,100

Harrisburg, PA $77,000

Boca Raton, FL $76,900

Columbus, OH $76,900

Fort Worth, TX $76,900

Kansas City, MO $76,900

Kansas City, KS $76,900

Champaign, IL $76,900

Cleveland, OH $76,800

Pittsburgh, PA $76,800

Richmond, VA $76,800

Indianapolis, IN $76,800

Cincinnati, OH $76,700

Las Vegas, NV $76,700

Petersburg, VA $76,600

Huntsville, AL $76,500

Lansing, MI $76,400

Lebanon, PA $76,400

Pueblo, CO $76,400

Appleton, WI $76,400

Saint Louis, MO $76,300

Charlotte, NC $76,300

Racine, WI $76,300

Dayton, OH $76,300

Buffalo, NY $76,300

York, PA $76,200

Elkhart, IN $76,200

Gastonia, NC $76,200

Billings, MT $76,200

Beaumont, TX $76,200

Binghamton, NY $76,100

Toledo, OH $76,100

Rock Hill, SC $76,100

Lorain, OH $76,100

Benton Harbor, MI $76,100

Rockford, IL $76,000

Springfield, IL $76,000

Elyria, OH $76,000

Fargo, ND $76,000

Flagstaff, AZ $75,900

Fort Lauderdale, FL $75,900

Grand Forks, ND $75,800

Cheyenne, WY $75,800

Duluth, MN $75,800

Miami, FL $75,800

Bangor, ME $75,600

Cedar Rapids, IA $75,500

Durham, NC $75,500

Louisville, KY $75,500

Grand Rapids, MI $75,500

Hialeah, FL $75,500

Casper, WY $75,300

Akron, OH $75,200

Virginia Beach, VA $75,200

New Orleans, LA $75,200

Scranton, PA $75,200

Peoria, IL $75,100

Sarasota, FL $75,100

Nashville, TN $75,000

Omaha, NE $75,000

Green Bay, WI $75,000

Baton Rouge, LA $75,000

Tucson, AZ $74,900

Jamestown, NY $74,900

Davenport, IA $74,900

Charleston, SC $74,900

Saint Petersburg, FL $74,800

Tampa, FL $74,800

Evansville, IN $74,800

Port Arthur, TX $74,800

Bradenton, FL $74,700

Santa Fe, NM $74,600

Clearwater, FL $74,400

Orlando, FL $74,400

La Crosse, WI $74,300

Canton, OH $74,300

Albuquerque, NM $74,200

Newport News, VA $74,200

High Point, NC $74,200

Ogden, UT $74,100

Corpus Christi, TX $74,100

Jacksonville, FL $74,000

Saginaw, MI $74,000

Laramie, WY $74,000

Norfolk, VA $74,000

Rock Island, IL $74,000

Salisbury, NC $73,900

Boise, ID $73,900

Moline, IL $73,900

Fort Myers, FL $73,900

Memphis, TN $73,900

Tulsa, OK $73,800

Waterloo, IA $73,800

Spartanburg, SC $73,700

Lincoln, NE $73,600

Fort Wayne, IN $73,600

Provo, UT $73,600

Cedar Falls, IA $73,500

San Antonio, TX $73,500

Greensboro, NC $73,500

South Bend, IN $73,500

Savannah, GA $73,400

Winston Salem, NC $73,300

Birmingham, AL $73,300

Muskegon, MI $73,300

Lake Charles, LA $73,100

Anderson, IN $73,100

Lexington, KY $73,100

Augusta, GA $73,000

Greenville, SC $73,000

Lima, OH $73,000

Wichita, KS $73,000

Tuscaloosa, AL $73,000

Springfield, OH $72,900

Columbia, SC $72,900

Asheville, NC $72,800

Bloomington, IN $72,700

Knoxville, TN $72,400

Shreveport, LA $72,400

Wilmington, NC $72,300

Roanoke, VA $72,300

Topeka, KS $72,200

Frankfort, KY $72,200

Melbourne, FL $72,100

Longview, TX $72,100

Chillicothe, OH $72,100

Oklahoma City, OK $72,100

Sioux Falls, SD $71,900

Mobile, AL $71,900

Terre Haute, IN $71,900

Altoona, PA $71,800

Amarillo, TX $71,800

Killeen, TX $71,800

Chattanooga, TN $71,700

Fayetteville, AR $71,700

Sioux City, IA $71,600

Idaho Falls, ID $71,600

Lynchburg, VA $71,500

Gainesville, FL $71,400

Portsmouth, OH $71,400

Little Rock, AR $71,400

Temple, TX $71,300

Pensacola, FL $71,300

Clarksville, TN $71,300

Daytona Beach, FL $71,300

Youngstown, OH $71,300

Lafayette, LA $71,300

Hopkinsville, KY $71,000

Erie, PA $71,000

Florence, SC $71,000

Charleston, WV $70,900

Great Falls, MT $70,800

Waco, TX $70,700

Fayetteville, NC $70,700

Tallahassee, FL $70,700

Macon, GA $70,700

Helena, MT $70,600

Pine Bluff, AR $70,600

Vincennes, IN $70,500

Lubbock, TX $70,500

Alamogordo, NM $70,400

Twin Falls, ID $70,300

Rapid City, SD $70,300

Greenville, MS $70,200

Jackson, MS $70,200

Huntington, WV $70,200

Parkersburg, WV $70,100

Montgomery, AL $70,100

Wichita Falls, TX $70,000

Springfield, MO $70,000

Biloxi, MS $70,000

Monroe, LA $69,900

Columbus, GA $69,800

Sumter, SC $69,800

Johnstown, PA $69,800

Pascagoula, MS $69,600

Abilene, TX $69,600

Kingsport, TN $69,400

Albany, GA $69,400

Gulfport, MS $69,400

Alexandria, LA $69,100

Fort Smith, AR $68,900

El Paso, TX $68,700

Las Cruces, NM $68,400

Harlingen, TX $68,200

Pocatello, ID $68,200

Florence, AL $68,100

Brownsville, TX $68,000

Mcallen, TX $67,900

Dothan, AL $67,800

Columbus, MS $67,300

Altus, OK $66,900

Lawton, OK $66,800

Pierre, SD $66,500

What Skills Can Increase a Software Application Integration Engineer I's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

Analysis (Mentioned in 4.97% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
Computer Science (Mentioned in 2.71% Job Postings): Computer science is the study of computation, automation, and information. Computer science spans theoretical disciplines (such as algorithms, theory of computation, information theory, and automation) to practical disciplines.
Middleware (Mentioned in 2% Job Postings): Middleware is computer software that provides services to software applications beyond those available from the operating system. It can be described as "software glue". Middleware makes it easier for software developers to implement communication and input/output, so they can focus on the specific purpose of their application. It gained popularity in the 1980s as a solution to the problem of how to link newer applications to older legacy systems, although the term had been in use since 1968.

Skills	Demand Percentage
Analysis	4.97%
Computer Science	2.71%
Middleware	2%

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What skills can make your compensation higher?

Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Software Application Integration Engineer I's salary.

Consulting: Can increase your salary by up to 11%.
Systems Engineering: Can increase your salary by up to 11%.
Innovation: Can increase your salary by up to 9%.

Skill	Salary	Salary % Increase
Consulting	$87,579	11%
Systems Engineering	$87,579	11%
Innovation	$86,001	9%

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Software Application Integration Engineer I Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Software Application Integration Engineer I salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $88,174. While startup companies pay approximate $74,586.

Software Application Integration Engineer I Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$74,586
Growth Stage	51~500	$78,882
Established	501~5000	$85,143
Enterprise	5000+	$88,174

Software Application Integration Engineer I Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Software Application Integration Engineer I roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Software Application Integration Engineer positions in Retail & Wholesale or MFG Nondurable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Software Application Integration Engineer I as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Software Application Integration Engineer I

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$102,570	$49.0	30%
Biotechnology	$102,570	$49.0	30%
Financial Services	$102,570	$49.0	30%
Pharmaceuticals	$102,570	$49.0	30%
Software & Networking	$102,570	$49.0	30%

How Education impacts a Software Application Integration Engineer I's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Software Application Integration Engineer Is enter the field with a Associate's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Software Application Integration Engineer I with a Associate's Degree is between $70,228 and $73,721).

Software Application Integration Engineer I Salaries by Degree Level

$75,100
$74,400
$73,700
$73,000
$72,400
$71,700
$71,000
$70,300

Typical Education for Software Application Integration Engineer I
Degree Level	% of user with this level of education
No Diploma	5.9%
High School	23.5%
Associates	23.5%
Bachelors	41.2%
Masters	29.4%
Doctorate	0.0%

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Software Application Integration Engineer I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Software Application Integration Engineer I'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.

$71,000

Average $78,900/year

$83,700

$5,917

Average $6,575/month

$6,975

$1,365

Average $1,517/week

$1,610

$34

Average $38/hour

$40

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$83,700	$6,975	$1,610	$40
Average	$78,900	$6,575	$1,517	$38
25th Percentile	$71,000	$5,917	$1,365	$34

Salary Trends for Software Application Integration Engineer I

Salaries for a Software Application Integration Engineer I can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $83,686 in 2023 to around $83,697 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Software Application Integration Engineer I salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Software Application Integration Engineer I Over Time

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2024	$84,338
2025	$83,697
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Most common benefits for Software Application Integration Engineer I

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Common company salaries for Software Application Integration Engineer I

Here are companies hiring for Software Application Integration Engineer I and their salaries, click below for more details.

C $128,509/per year

C R Bard Inc Biotechnology the United States

H $124,697/per year

Henry Schein Canada Biotechnology the United States

N $123,899/per year

Nordex Inc Biotechnology the United States

N $120,416/per year

Nipro Corp Biotechnology the United States

E $115,870/per year

Enovis Biotechnology the United States

A $114,553/per year

Advanced Research Projects Agency - Energy Biotechnology the United States

M $112,110/per year

MiniMed Inc Biotechnology the United States

L $111,500/per year

Labcorp Drug Development Biotechnology the United States

L $110,229/per year

Life Technologies Corp Biotechnology the United States

Z $106,224/per year

Zimmer Biomet Biotechnology the United States

P $103,077/per year

Promontory Therapeutics Biotechnology the United States

S $102,181/per year

Steris PLC Biotechnology the United States

G $97,274/per year

Gavin Conferences Pty Ltd Biotechnology the United States

E $94,764/per year

Endeavor BioMedicines Biotechnology the United States

R $94,402/per year

Replay Holdings LLC Biotechnology the United States

P $94,235/per year

Pleno Inc Biotechnology the United States

S $93,666/per year

Simulaids Inc Biotechnology the United States

N $88,880/per year

NOIRLab/CAS Biotechnology the United States

O $86,468/per year

Onward Technology Biotechnology the United States

L $84,895/per year

LED Medical Diagnostics Inc Biotechnology the United States

E $84,682/per year

Eyeco Ltd Biotechnology the United States

P $84,523/per year

Paerosol Biotechnology the United States

I $83,525/per year

IONIQ Sciences Inc Biotechnology the United States

S $82,815/per year

Stateside PPE Biotechnology the United States

D $82,041/per year

Digi Bio Biotechnology the United States

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FAQ about Software Application Integration Engineer I

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Software Application Integration Engineer I?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Software Application Integration Engineer I roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

2. Are integration engineers in demand?

Integration Engineers are indeed in demand, playing a crucial role in modern tech companies. They combine technical expertise with strategic insight, leading to significant career advancement opportunities. With salaries ranging from $68,900 to $77,400, this position not only offers a competitive income but also a pathway to professional growth in the tech industry.

3. Can an engineer make $500,000?

Can a software application integration engineer make $500,000? Yes, but it's important to note that the typical salary range for this role is between $68,900 and $77,400. While some engineers may achieve higher earnings through experience, specialized skills, or leadership positions, reaching $500,000 is not common for most in this field.

4. What engineers make $300,000 a year?

While many engineering roles can command high salaries, positions like Senior Engineering Director or VP of Systems Engineering often exceed $300,000 annually. However, a Software Application Integration Engineer typically earns between $68,900 and $77,400, with a mid-salary of $74,400, which is significantly lower than the $300,000 mark.

5. Which engineering has the highest salary?

The salary for a Software Application Integration Engineer ranges from $68,900 to $77,400, with a mid-point salary of $74,400. While various engineering fields offer competitive salaries, the highest-paying roles often include Petroleum Engineers, who specialize in oil and gas extraction, among others.

6. What is the salary of integration engineer?

The salary for a Software Application Integration Engineer typically ranges from $68,900 to $77,400, with a mid-point average of $74,400. This reflects the general compensation structure for this role, indicating that most professionals in this field earn within this range.

7. What is the salary of integration engineer in IBM?

The salary of a Software Application Integration Engineer at IBM in the United States typically ranges from $68,900 to $77,400, with a mid-point salary of around $74,400. This reflects the competitive compensation for this role within the industry.

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