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 $79,875, a Network Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $95,293, a Network Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $115,275, a Network Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $135,461, a Network Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $155,102,

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 $87,328, California $86,997, Massachusetts $85,837. 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: $191,649; Network Engineer: $95,284; Network Engineer II: $94,098; DevOps Engineer I: $83,468; 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 March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Network Engineer I in Delaware is $79,875 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): $98,688
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $74,196 to $89,722
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $69,027

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Network Engineer I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$89,722	$7,477	$1,725	$43
Average	$79,875	$6,656	$1,536	$38
25th Percentile	$74,196	$6,183	$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): $79,875
Network Engineer II (2-4 years): $95,293
Network Engineer III (4-7 years): $115,275
Network Engineer IV (7+ years): $135,461
Network Engineer V (7-10 years): $155,102

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Network Engineer I	0-2 years	$79,875
Network Engineer II	2-4 years	$95,293
Network Engineer III	4-7 years	$115,275
Network Engineer IV	7+ years	$135,461
Network Engineer V	7-10 years	$155,102

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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: $87,328.
California: $86,997.
Massachusetts: $85,837.

District of Columbia $87,328 California $86,997 Massachusetts $85,837 Washington $85,522 New Jersey $85,490 Alaska $85,380 Connecticut $84,292 New York $83,850

Hawaii $82,438 Rhode Island $81,776 Maryland $81,326 Minnesota $80,711 Colorado $80,474 Illinois $80,395 Oregon $80,096 Delaware $79,875

New Hampshire $79,736 Virginia $79,425 Pennsylvania $78,518 Nevada $78,061 North Dakota $77,911 Michigan $77,674 Wisconsin $77,587 Vermont $77,414

Texas $76,933 Maine $76,901 Arizona $76,854 Ohio $76,799 Georgia $76,073 Indiana $75,710 Wyoming $75,639 Utah $75,529

Iowa $75,481 Kansas $75,103 Louisiana $74,992 North Carolina $74,953 Missouri $74,937 Florida $74,630 Montana $74,464 Nebraska $74,306

Kentucky $74,219 South Carolina $73,904 Tennessee $73,707 Idaho $73,628 New Mexico $73,052 Oklahoma $72,926 Alabama $72,461 South Dakota $71,680

Arkansas $71,254 West Virginia $71,025 Mississippi $70,339

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: $82,667
Little Creek: $81,902
Magnolia: $82,241

Lincoln, DE $82,667 Little Creek, DE $81,902 Magnolia, DE $82,241 Milford, DE $82,667 Marydel, DE $81,594 Millsboro, DE $82,667 Millville, DE $83,219 Milton, DE $82,667

Nassau, DE $82,667 Ocean View, DE $83,219 Rehoboth Beach, DE $83,219 Seaford, DE $81,799 Selbyville, DE $83,219 Smyrna, DE $81,499 Viola, DE $82,241 Woodside, DE $82,004

Bear, DE $80,900 Newark, DE $80,932 Claymont, DE $80,995 Delaware City, DE $80,932 Hockessin, DE $80,995 Kirkwood, DE $80,932 Middletown, DE $81,334 Montchanin, DE $80,995

New Castle, DE $80,995 Odessa, DE $81,444 Port Penn, DE $80,711 Rockland, DE $80,995 Saint Georges, DE $80,932 Townsend, DE $81,326 Winterthur, DE $80,995 Lewes, DE $82,667

Wilmington, DE $80,995 Dover, DE $81,862 Dover Afb, DE $82,052 Bethany Beach, DE $83,219 Bethel, DE $81,799 Bridgeville, DE $82,667 Camden Wyoming, DE $81,949 Cheswold, DE $81,673

Clayton, DE $81,468 Dagsboro, DE $83,219 Delmar, DE $81,799 Ellendale, DE $82,667 Felton, DE $82,667 Fenwick Island, DE $83,219 Frankford, DE $83,219 Frederica, DE $82,667

Georgetown, DE $82,667 Greenwood, DE $82,667 Harbeson, DE $82,667 Harrington, DE $82,667 Hartly, DE $81,428 Houston, DE $82,667 Kenton, DE $81,468 Laurel, DE $81,799

Yorklyn, DE $80,995

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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$74,196

Average $79,875/year

$89,722

$6,183

Average $6,656/month

$7,477

$1,427

Average $1,536/week

$1,725

$36

Average $38/hour

$43

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$89,722	$7,477	$1,725	$43
Average	$79,875	$6,656	$1,536	$38
25th Percentile	$74,196	$6,183	$1,427	$36

Network Engineer I Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Network Engineer I, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Network Engineer II role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $95,293 - a projected growth of 19% over your current level.

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