What are the main factors that influence a Network Engineer II'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 II?

Network Engineer II salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Network Engineer II roles are District of Columbia $104,185, California $103,790, Massachusetts $102,407. 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; DevOps Engineer II: $101,355; Network Engineer: $95,284; Network Architect II: $94,563; Network Implementation Engineer II: $94,100.

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Network Engineer II Salary in Delaware

How much does a Network Engineer II make in Delaware?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Network Engineer II in Delaware is $95,293 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $46.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $101,585
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $90,420 to $98,586
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $85,983

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Network Engineer II Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$98,586	$8,216	$1,896	$47
Average	$95,293	$7,941	$1,833	$46
25th Percentile	$90,420	$7,535	$1,739	$43

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Key Factors That Influence Network Engineer II Salaries

A Network Engineer II'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 II'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 II 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 IIs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $104,185.
California: $103,790.
Massachusetts: $102,407.

District of Columbia $104,185 California $103,790 Massachusetts $102,407 Washington $102,030 New Jersey $101,993 Alaska $101,861 Connecticut $100,563 New York $100,036

Hawaii $98,351 Rhode Island $97,561 Maryland $97,024 Minnesota $96,290 Colorado $96,008 Illinois $95,914 Oregon $95,557 Delaware $95,293

New Hampshire $95,127 Virginia $94,757 Pennsylvania $93,675 Nevada $93,129 North Dakota $92,950 Michigan $92,668 Wisconsin $92,564 Vermont $92,357

Texas $91,783 Maine $91,746 Arizona $91,689 Ohio $91,623 Georgia $90,758 Indiana $90,325 Wyoming $90,240 Utah $90,108

Iowa $90,052 Kansas $89,600 Louisiana $89,468 North Carolina $89,421 Missouri $89,403 Florida $89,036 Montana $88,838 Nebraska $88,650

Kentucky $88,546 South Carolina $88,170 Tennessee $87,935 Idaho $87,840 New Mexico $87,154 Oklahoma $87,003 Alabama $86,448 South Dakota $85,516

Arkansas $85,008 West Virginia $84,735 Mississippi $83,917

Top Paying Cities for Network Engineer IIs

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: $98,624
Little Creek: $97,711
Magnolia: $98,116

Lincoln, DE $98,624 Little Creek, DE $97,711 Magnolia, DE $98,116 Milford, DE $98,624 Marydel, DE $97,344 Millsboro, DE $98,624 Millville, DE $99,283 Milton, DE $98,624

Nassau, DE $98,624 Ocean View, DE $99,283 Rehoboth Beach, DE $99,283 Seaford, DE $97,589 Selbyville, DE $99,283 Smyrna, DE $97,231 Viola, DE $98,116 Woodside, DE $97,834

Bear, DE $96,516 Newark, DE $96,554 Claymont, DE $96,629 Delaware City, DE $96,554 Hockessin, DE $96,629 Kirkwood, DE $96,554 Middletown, DE $97,034 Montchanin, DE $96,629

New Castle, DE $96,629 Odessa, DE $97,166 Port Penn, DE $96,290 Rockland, DE $96,629 Saint Georges, DE $96,554 Townsend, DE $97,024 Winterthur, DE $96,629 Lewes, DE $98,624

Wilmington, DE $96,629 Dover, DE $97,664 Dover Afb, DE $97,890 Bethany Beach, DE $99,283 Bethel, DE $97,589 Bridgeville, DE $98,624 Camden Wyoming, DE $97,768 Cheswold, DE $97,438

Clayton, DE $97,194 Dagsboro, DE $99,283 Delmar, DE $97,589 Ellendale, DE $98,624 Felton, DE $98,624 Fenwick Island, DE $99,283 Frankford, DE $99,283 Frederica, DE $98,624

Georgetown, DE $98,624 Greenwood, DE $98,624 Harbeson, DE $98,624 Harrington, DE $98,624 Hartly, DE $97,147 Houston, DE $98,624 Kenton, DE $97,194 Laurel, DE $97,589

Yorklyn, DE $96,629

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

Understanding how a Network Engineer II'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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$90,420

Average $95,293/year

$98,586

$7,535

Average $7,941/month

$8,216

$1,739

Average $1,833/week

$1,896

$43

Average $46/hour

$47

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$98,586	$8,216	$1,896	$47
Average	$95,293	$7,941	$1,833	$46
25th Percentile	$90,420	$7,535	$1,739	$43

Network Engineer II Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Network Engineer II, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Network Engineer III role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $115,275 - a projected growth of 21% over your current level.

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