What are the main factors that influence a Network Engineering Manager'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 Engineering Manager's salary?

A Network Engineering Manager's salary grows with experience: starting around $137,284 for beginners, reaching about $139,250 at mid-level, and approach $143,431 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Network Engineering Manager?

Network Engineering Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Network Engineering Manager roles are District of Columbia $155,467, California $154,878, Massachusetts $152,814. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Network Engineering Manager roles make?

Salaries for Network Engineering Manager level roles vary by specialization: Network Engineering Director: $197,687; Director Of Network Engineering: $170,061; Network Implementation Senior Manager: $167,700; Network Systems Senior Manager: $167,690; Network Engineering Senior Manager: $167,685.

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Network Engineering Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Network Engineering Manager make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Network Engineering Manager in Delaware is $142,198 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $68.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $164,734
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $129,029 to $153,994
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $117,039

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Network Engineering Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$153,994	$12,833	$2,961	$74
Average	$142,198	$11,850	$2,735	$68
25th Percentile	$129,029	$10,752	$2,481	$62

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Key Factors That Influence Network Engineering Manager Salaries

A Network Engineering Manager'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 Engineering Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Network Engineering Manager'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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $137,284
Early Career (1-2 years): $137,874
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $139,250
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $140,822
Expert (over 8 years): $143,431

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Network Engineering Manager	$137,284
Intermediate Level Network Engineering Manager	$137,874
Senior Level Network Engineering Manager	$139,250
Specialist Level Network Engineering Manager	$140,822
Expert Level Network Engineering Manager	$143,431

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How Do Network Engineering Manager 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 Engineering Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $155,467.
California: $154,878.
Massachusetts: $152,814.

District of Columbia $155,467 California $154,878 Massachusetts $152,814 Washington $152,252 New Jersey $152,196 Alaska $151,999 Connecticut $150,062 New York $149,275

Hawaii $146,762 Rhode Island $145,582 Maryland $144,782 Minnesota $143,687 Colorado $143,265 Illinois $143,125 Oregon $142,591 Delaware $142,198

New Hampshire $141,951 Virginia $141,398 Pennsylvania $139,783 Nevada $138,969 North Dakota $138,702 Michigan $138,281 Wisconsin $138,126 Vermont $137,817

Texas $136,961 Maine $136,905 Arizona $136,820 Ohio $136,722 Georgia $135,430 Indiana $134,784 Wyoming $134,658 Utah $134,461

Iowa $134,377 Kansas $133,703 Louisiana $133,507 North Carolina $133,436 Missouri $133,408 Florida $132,861 Montana $132,566 Nebraska $132,285

Kentucky $132,131 South Carolina $131,569 Tennessee $131,218 Idaho $131,077 New Mexico $130,052 Oklahoma $129,828 Alabama $128,999 South Dakota $127,609

Arkansas $126,851 West Virginia $126,444 Mississippi $125,222

Top Paying Cities for Network Engineering Managers

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: $147,169
Little Creek: $145,807
Magnolia: $146,411

Lincoln, DE $147,169 Little Creek, DE $145,807 Magnolia, DE $146,411 Milford, DE $147,169 Marydel, DE $145,259 Millsboro, DE $147,169 Millville, DE $148,152 Milton, DE $147,169

Nassau, DE $147,169 Ocean View, DE $148,152 Rehoboth Beach, DE $148,152 Seaford, DE $145,624 Selbyville, DE $148,152 Smyrna, DE $145,091 Viola, DE $146,411 Woodside, DE $145,989

Bear, DE $144,024 Newark, DE $144,080 Claymont, DE $144,192 Delaware City, DE $144,080 Hockessin, DE $144,192 Kirkwood, DE $144,080 Middletown, DE $144,796 Montchanin, DE $144,192

New Castle, DE $144,192 Odessa, DE $144,993 Port Penn, DE $143,687 Rockland, DE $144,192 Saint Georges, DE $144,080 Townsend, DE $144,782 Winterthur, DE $144,192 Lewes, DE $147,169

Wilmington, DE $144,192 Dover, DE $145,737 Dover Afb, DE $146,074 Bethany Beach, DE $148,152 Bethel, DE $145,624 Bridgeville, DE $147,169 Camden Wyoming, DE $145,891 Cheswold, DE $145,400

Clayton, DE $145,035 Dagsboro, DE $148,152 Delmar, DE $145,624 Ellendale, DE $147,169 Felton, DE $147,169 Fenwick Island, DE $148,152 Frankford, DE $148,152 Frederica, DE $147,169

Georgetown, DE $147,169 Greenwood, DE $147,169 Harbeson, DE $147,169 Harrington, DE $147,169 Hartly, DE $144,964 Houston, DE $147,169 Kenton, DE $145,035 Laurel, DE $145,624

Yorklyn, DE $144,192

Network Engineering Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Network Engineering Manager'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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$129,029

Average $142,198/year

$153,994

$10,752

Average $11,850/month

$12,833

$2,481

Average $2,735/week

$2,961

$62

Average $68/hour

$74

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$153,994	$12,833	$2,961	$74
Average	$142,198	$11,850	$2,735	$68
25th Percentile	$129,029	$10,752	$2,481	$62

Network Engineering Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Network Engineering Manager, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Network Engineering Senior Manager role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $169,815 - a projected growth of 19% over your current level.

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