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Hourly Wage for Telecommunications Engineer II Salary in the United States

How much does a Telecommunications Engineer II make hourly?

As of July 01, 2026, the average hourly rate for a Telecommunications Engineer II in the United States is $43, which translates to an annual salary of about $89,273.

However, the hourly wage can vary significantly based on several factors. Here’s a detailed look at the typical pay range per hour:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $47 per hour
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $39 to $45 per hour
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $35 per hour
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Telecommunications Engineer II Salaries by Percentile

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Salary		 Monthly
Pay		 Weekly
Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $93,218 $7,768 $1,793 $45
Average $89,273 $7,439 $1,717 $43
25th Percentile $80,990 $6,749 $1,558 $39
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Key Factors That Influence Telecommunications Engineer II Salaries

A Telecommunications 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, education, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Telecommunications Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Telecommunications 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:

  • Telecommunications Engineer I (0-2 years): $69,475
  • Telecommunications Engineer II (2-4 years): $89,273
  • Telecommunications Engineer III (4-7 years): $118,302
  • Telecommunications Engineer IV (7+ years): $137,347
  • Telecommunications Engineer V (7-10 years): $154,631
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Telecommunications Engineer I0-2 years$69,475
Telecommunications Engineer II2-4 years$89,273
Telecommunications Engineer III4-7 years$118,302
Telecommunications Engineer IV7+ years$137,347
Telecommunications Engineer V7-10 years$154,631
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Top Paying Cities for Telecommunications 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:

  • San Jose: $112,600
  • San Francisco: $111,367
  • Oakland: $109,020

What Skills Can Increase a Telecommunications Engineer II's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 4.66% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • Installation (Mentioned in 2.46% Job Postings): The action or process of installing someone or something, or of being installed. the act of installing the state of being installed, something that is installed for use.
  • Programming (Mentioned in 1.29% Job Postings): Executing logic to facilitate computing operations and functionality in one or more languages.
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Analysis 4.66%
Installation 2.46%
Programming 1.29%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Telecommunications Engineer II's salary.
  • Systems Engineering: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
  • Insight: Can increase your salary by up to 11%.
  • Linux: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Systems Engineering
 $99,986
12%
Insight
 $99,093
11%
Linux
 $98,200
10%
Python
 $98,200
10%
AWS
 $98,200
10%
Sustainability
 $96,415
8%
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Telecommunications Engineer II Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Telecommunications Engineer II salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $99,851. While startup companies pay approximate $84,444.

Telecommunications Engineer II Salary by Company Size

Company Size Employees Average Salary
Startup1~50$84,444
Growth Stage51~500$89,313
Established501~5000$96,425
Enterprise5000+$99,851

Telecommunications Engineer II Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Telecommunications Engineer II roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 45% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Software & Networking sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Telecommunications Engineer positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Telecommunications Engineer II as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Telecommunications Engineer II

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities$107,128$52.020%
Software & Networking$102,664$49.015%
Telecom$102,664$49.015%
Aerospace & Defense$98,200$47.010%
Chemicals$98,200$47.010%

How Education impacts a Telecommunications Engineer II's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Telecommunications Engineer IIs enter the field with a Associate's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Telecommunications Engineer II with a Associate's Degree is between $93,125 and $98,555).

Telecommunications Engineer II Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Telecommunications Engineer II
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 16.1%
High School 16.1%
Associates 8.9%
Bachelors 41.1%
Masters 33.9%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Telecommunications Engineer II Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Telecommunications 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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$80,990
Average $89,273/year
$93,218
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Average $7,439/month
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Average $1,717/week
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Average $43/hour
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Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $93,218 $7,768 $1,793 $45
Average $89,273 $7,439 $1,717 $43
25th Percentile $80,990 $6,749 $1,558 $39

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Salary Trends for Telecommunications Engineer II

Salaries for a Telecommunications Engineer II can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $96,804 in 2023 to around $94,853 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Telecommunications Engineer II salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Telecommunications Engineer II Over Time

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FAQ about Telecommunications Engineer II

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Telecommunications Engineer II?

The Energy & Utilities industry offers the highest average compensation for Telecommunications Engineer II roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

2. What are the responsibilities of Telecommunications Engineer II?

Designs, develops, implements, maintains, and enhances telecommunication networks, systems and equipment. Analyzes existing networks and equipment and identifies opportunities for improvement. Develops solutions that meet business requirements. May require a bachelor's degree in area of specialty. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience. Gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work.

3. What are the skills of Telecommunications Engineer II

Specify the abilities and skills that a person needs in order to carry out the specified job duties. Each competency has five to ten behavioral assertions that can be observed, each with a corresponding performance level (from one to five) that is required for a particular job.

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Analysis: Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.

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Installation: The action or process of installing someone or something, or of being installed. the act of installing the state of being installed, something that is installed for use.

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Programming: Executing logic to facilitate computing operations and functionality in one or more languages.

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