What are the main factors that influence a Network Engineer I'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 I (0-2 years)earns $79,878, a Network Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $95,297, a Network Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $115,280, a Network Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $135,472, a Network Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $155,112,

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

Network Engineer I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Network Engineer I roles are District of Columbia $87,332, California $87,000, Massachusetts $85,841. 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: Network Engineer VI: $191,653; Network Engineer: $95,288; Network Engineer II: $94,102; DevOps Engineer I: $83,460; Network Maintenance Engineer I: $78,890.

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Network Engineer I Salary in Delaware

How much does a Network Engineer I make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Network Engineer I in Delaware is $79,878 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $38.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $98,764
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $74,182 to $89,764
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $68,997

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Network Engineer I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$89,764	$7,480	$1,726	$43
Average	$79,878	$6,656	$1,536	$38
25th Percentile	$74,182	$6,182	$1,427	$36

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Key Factors That Influence Network Engineer I Salaries

A Network 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 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 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:

Network Engineer I (0-2 years): $79,878
Network Engineer II (2-4 years): $95,297
Network Engineer III (4-7 years): $115,280
Network Engineer IV (7+ years): $135,472
Network Engineer V (7-10 years): $155,112

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Network Engineer I	0-2 years	$79,878
Network Engineer II	2-4 years	$95,297
Network Engineer III	4-7 years	$115,280
Network Engineer IV	7+ years	$135,472
Network Engineer V	7-10 years	$155,112

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

District of Columbia: $87,332.
California: $87,000.
Massachusetts: $85,841.

District of Columbia $87,332 California $87,000 Massachusetts $85,841 Washington $85,525 New Jersey $85,494 Alaska $85,383 Connecticut $84,295 New York $83,853

Hawaii $82,441 Rhode Island $81,779 Maryland $81,329 Minnesota $80,714 Colorado $80,477 Illinois $80,398 Oregon $80,099 Delaware $79,878

New Hampshire $79,739 Virginia $79,428 Pennsylvania $78,521 Nevada $78,064 North Dakota $77,914 Michigan $77,677 Wisconsin $77,590 Vermont $77,417

Texas $76,936 Maine $76,904 Arizona $76,857 Ohio $76,802 Georgia $76,076 Indiana $75,713 Wyoming $75,642 Utah $75,532

Iowa $75,484 Kansas $75,106 Louisiana $74,995 North Carolina $74,956 Missouri $74,940 Florida $74,632 Montana $74,467 Nebraska $74,309

Kentucky $74,222 South Carolina $73,907 Tennessee $73,710 Idaho $73,631 New Mexico $73,055 Oklahoma $72,929 Alabama $72,463 South Dakota $71,683

Arkansas $71,257 West Virginia $71,028 Mississippi $70,342

Top Paying Cities for Network 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:

Lincoln: $79,518
Little Creek: $80,100
Magnolia: $79,985

Lincoln, DE $79,518 Little Creek, DE $80,100 Magnolia, DE $79,985 Milford, DE $79,720 Marydel, DE $79,851 Millsboro, DE $79,184 Millville, DE $79,307 Milton, DE $79,444

Nassau, DE $79,501 Ocean View, DE $79,293 Rehoboth Beach, DE $79,445 Seaford, DE $79,490 Selbyville, DE $79,162 Smyrna, DE $80,155 Viola, DE $79,786 Woodside, DE $80,001

Bear, DE $79,816 Newark, DE $79,786 Claymont, DE $79,950 Delaware City, DE $79,866 Hockessin, DE $79,779 Kirkwood, DE $79,851 Middletown, DE $79,882 Montchanin, DE $79,797

New Castle, DE $79,809 Odessa, DE $79,921 Port Penn, DE $79,975 Rockland, DE $79,805 Saint Georges, DE $79,856 Townsend, DE $79,979 Winterthur, DE $79,815 Lewes, DE $79,475

Wilmington, DE $79,783 Dover, DE $80,100 Dover Afb, DE $79,678 Bethany Beach, DE $79,210 Bethel, DE $79,292 Bridgeville, DE $79,479 Camden Wyoming, DE $79,875 Cheswold, DE $80,074

Clayton, DE $80,076 Dagsboro, DE $79,154 Delmar, DE $79,027 Ellendale, DE $79,267 Felton, DE $79,714 Fenwick Island, DE $79,172 Frankford, DE $79,034 Frederica, DE $79,793

Georgetown, DE $79,124 Greenwood, DE $79,491 Harbeson, DE $79,209 Harrington, DE $79,613 Hartly, DE $79,860 Houston, DE $79,499 Kenton, DE $80,080 Laurel, DE $79,077

Yorklyn, DE $79,803

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

Understanding how a Network 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.

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$74,182

Average $79,878/year

$89,764

$6,182

Average $6,656/month

$7,480

$1,427

Average $1,536/week

$1,726

$36

Average $38/hour

$43

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$89,764	$7,480	$1,726	$43
Average	$79,878	$6,656	$1,536	$38
25th Percentile	$74,182	$6,182	$1,427	$36

Network Engineer I Salary Growth & Career Path

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