What are the main factors that influence a Network Engineer IV'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 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, a Network Engineer VI (10-12 years)earns $194,087,

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

Network Engineer IV salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Network Engineer IV roles are District of Columbia $148,113, California $147,552, Massachusetts $145,585. 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; DevOps Engineer IV: $151,839; Network Architect IV: $140,523; Telecommunications Network Engineer IV: $137,390; Telecommunications Engineer IV: $137,311.

Click or scroll to view upper level job

Network Engineer IV Salary in Delaware

How much does a Network Engineer IV make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Network Engineer IV in Delaware is $135,472 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $65.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $155,835
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $122,701 to $146,131
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $111,073

Compensation Planning

Develop a Job Description

Pay Equity

2025 Compensation Trend

AI-Powered HR

AI-Powered Talent

Salary Salary + Bonus Benefits

View as table

Network Engineer IV Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$146,131	$12,178	$2,810	$70
Average	$135,472	$11,289	$2,605	$65
25th Percentile	$122,701	$10,225	$2,360	$59

You may get higher pay by adjusting the following factors:

Change Search Criteria

Check out Network Engineer IV Job Openings in Delaware

Engineer IV

State of Delaware - Department of Labor - Wilmington, DE

Agentic Growth Engineer

Energy4Life - SALT LAKE CITY, UT

ID1 Photolithography Process Engineer

Micron - IDAHO CITY, ID

Semiconductor Process Engineer

Micron - IDAHO CITY, ID

Search More Network Engineer IV Jobs in Delaware

Key Factors That Influence Network Engineer IV Salaries

A Network Engineer IV'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 IV'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 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
Network Engineer VI (10-12 years): $194,087

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
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
Network Engineer VI	10-12 years	$194,087

View as Graph

What Am I Worth?

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

District of Columbia: $148,113.
California: $147,552.
Massachusetts: $145,585.

District of Columbia $148,113 California $147,552 Massachusetts $145,585 Washington $145,050 New Jersey $144,997 Alaska $144,809 Connecticut $142,963 New York $142,214

Hawaii $139,820 Rhode Island $138,696 Maryland $137,933 Minnesota $136,890 Colorado $136,489 Illinois $136,355 Oregon $135,846 Delaware $135,472

New Hampshire $135,236 Virginia $134,709 Pennsylvania $133,171 Nevada $132,395 North Dakota $132,141 Michigan $131,740 Wisconsin $131,593 Vermont $131,298

Texas $130,482 Maine $130,429 Arizona $130,348 Ohio $130,255 Georgia $129,024 Indiana $128,409 Wyoming $128,288 Utah $128,101

Iowa $128,021 Kansas $127,379 Louisiana $127,191 North Carolina $127,124 Missouri $127,098 Florida $126,576 Montana $126,295 Nebraska $126,028

Kentucky $125,880 South Carolina $125,345 Tennessee $125,011 Idaho $124,877 New Mexico $123,901 Oklahoma $123,687 Alabama $122,897 South Dakota $121,573

Arkansas $120,851 West Virginia $120,463 Mississippi $119,299

Top Paying Cities for Network Engineer IVs

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: $134,862
Little Creek: $135,849
Magnolia: $135,654

Lincoln, DE $134,862 Little Creek, DE $135,849 Magnolia, DE $135,654 Milford, DE $135,204 Marydel, DE $135,426 Millsboro, DE $134,296 Millville, DE $134,503 Milton, DE $134,736

Nassau, DE $134,834 Ocean View, DE $134,481 Rehoboth Beach, DE $134,739 Seaford, DE $134,815 Selbyville, DE $134,257 Smyrna, DE $135,943 Viola, DE $135,317 Woodside, DE $135,681

Bear, DE $135,368 Newark, DE $135,317 Claymont, DE $135,594 Delaware City, DE $135,452 Hockessin, DE $135,305 Kirkwood, DE $135,426 Middletown, DE $135,479 Montchanin, DE $135,335

New Castle, DE $135,356 Odessa, DE $135,545 Port Penn, DE $135,636 Rockland, DE $135,349 Saint Georges, DE $135,436 Townsend, DE $135,644 Winterthur, DE $135,365 Lewes, DE $134,788

Wilmington, DE $135,311 Dover, DE $135,849 Dover Afb, DE $135,133 Bethany Beach, DE $134,339 Bethel, DE $134,478 Bridgeville, DE $134,795 Camden Wyoming, DE $135,467 Cheswold, DE $135,805

Clayton, DE $135,809 Dagsboro, DE $134,245 Delmar, DE $134,030 Ellendale, DE $134,437 Felton, DE $135,194 Fenwick Island, DE $134,275 Frankford, DE $134,041 Frederica, DE $135,327

Georgetown, DE $134,194 Greenwood, DE $134,816 Harbeson, DE $134,338 Harrington, DE $135,022 Hartly, DE $135,442 Houston, DE $134,830 Kenton, DE $135,816 Laurel, DE $134,114

Yorklyn, DE $135,345

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

Understanding how a Network Engineer IV'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.

Last Updated on May 01, 2026

$122,701

Average $135,472/year

$146,131

$10,225

Average $11,289/month

$12,178

$2,360

Average $2,605/week

$2,810

$59

Average $65/hour

$70

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$146,131	$12,178	$2,810	$70
Average	$135,472	$11,289	$2,605	$65
25th Percentile	$122,701	$10,225	$2,360	$59

Network Engineer IV Salary Growth & Career Path

Network Engineer IV

Network Engineer V

Network Engineering Senior Manager

For a Network Engineer IV, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Network Engineer V role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $155,112 - a projected growth of 14% over your current level.

Salaries of jobs related to Network Engineer IV

Find Your Next Network Engineer IV Job

Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Network Engineer IV job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.

For Employees

Get a Salary Increase

Analyze the market and your qualifications to negotiate your salary with confidence.

Search Job Openings

Search thousands of open positions to find your next opportunity.

For Employers

Adjust Employee Salary

Individualize employee pay based on unique job requirements and personal qualifications.

Price My Industry Jobs

Get the latest market price for benchmark jobs and jobs in your industry.

Cost of Living In Delaware

Cost of Living in Delaware is

1.3% Higher

than the National Average

Use Salary.com's Cost of Living Calculator to find out what income you need to maintain your standard of living in a different city and how much more or less money you need to budget for basic expenses.

Explore Cost of Living Calculator

Empower Your Team

Salary.com experts will help you thrive your workplaces.

Find Salary.com Comp Consulting

See Salary Trends in 2025

Salary.com provides salary survey data for thousands of industry Jobs.

Price Your Company Jobs and Make Pay Fair

Where Does Our Salary Data Come From?

Salary.com salary estimates, histograms, trends, and comparisons are derived from both employer job postings and third-party data sources. We also provide multiple percentiles of salary information for your reference, click here to know Why the Salary Midpoint Formula Is Crucial to Getting Pay Equity Right. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Are you an HR manager or compensation specialist?

Salary.com's CompAnalyst platform offers:

Detailed skills and competency reports for specific positions
Job and employee pricing reports
Compensation data tools, salary structures, surveys and benchmarks.

Learn about

Click or scroll to view lower level job