What are the main factors that influence an Entry Level Computer Engineer's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change An Entry Level Computer Engineer's salary?

An Entry Level Computer Engineer's salary grows with experience: starting around $109,007 for beginners, reaching about $117,127 at mid-level, and approach $121,056 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Entry Level Computer Engineer?

Entry Level Computer Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Entry Level Computer Engineer roles are District of Columbia $120,714, California $120,256, Massachusetts $118,653. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Entry Level Computer Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Entry Level Computer Engineer level roles vary by specialization: engineer entry level: $88,556; Entry Level Project Engineer: $86,201; Entry Level Computer Programmer: $84,268; Entry Level Aerospace Engineer: $79,702; Entry Level Security Engineer: $78,649.

Entry Level Computer Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does an Entry Level Computer Engineer make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for an Entry Level Computer Engineer in Delaware is $110,411 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $53.

However, an Entry Level Computer Engineer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $136,585
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $95,980 to $124,111
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $82,841

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Entry Level Computer Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$124,111	$10,343	$2,387	$60
Average	$110,411	$9,201	$2,123	$53
25th Percentile	$95,980	$7,998	$1,846	$46

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Key Factors That Influence Entry Level Computer Engineer Salaries

An Entry Level Computer Engineer'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 Entry Level Computer Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Entry Level Computer Engineer'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): $109,007
Early Career (1-2 years): $111,413
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $117,127
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $120,620
Expert (over 8 years): $121,056

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Entry Level Computer Engineer	$109,007
Intermediate Level Entry Level Computer Engineer	$111,413
Senior Level Entry Level Computer Engineer	$117,127
Specialist Level Entry Level Computer Engineer	$120,620
Expert Level Entry Level Computer Engineer	$121,056

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How Do Entry Level Computer Engineer 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 Entry Level Computer Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $120,714.
California: $120,256.
Massachusetts: $118,653.

District of Columbia $120,714 California $120,256 Massachusetts $118,653 Washington $118,217 New Jersey $118,173 Alaska $118,021 Connecticut $116,516 New York $115,906

Hawaii $113,954 Rhode Island $113,038 Maryland $112,417 Minnesota $111,566 Colorado $111,239 Illinois $111,130 Oregon $110,716 Delaware $110,411

New Hampshire $110,219 Virginia $109,789 Pennsylvania $108,535 Nevada $107,903 North Dakota $107,696 Michigan $107,369 Wisconsin $107,249 Vermont $107,009

Texas $106,344 Maine $106,300 Arizona $106,235 Ohio $106,159 Georgia $105,156 Indiana $104,654 Wyoming $104,556 Utah $104,403

Iowa $104,338 Kansas $103,815 Louisiana $103,662 North Carolina $103,607 Missouri $103,586 Florida $103,160 Montana $102,931 Nebraska $102,713

Kentucky $102,593 South Carolina $102,157 Tennessee $101,885 Idaho $101,776 New Mexico $100,980 Oklahoma $100,805 Alabama $100,162 South Dakota $99,083

Arkansas $98,494 West Virginia $98,178 Mississippi $97,229

Top Paying Cities for Entry Level Computer Engineers

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: $109,913
Little Creek: $110,718
Magnolia: $110,559

Lincoln, DE $109,913 Little Creek, DE $110,718 Magnolia, DE $110,559 Milford, DE $110,193 Marydel, DE $110,374 Millsboro, DE $109,452 Millville, DE $109,621 Milton, DE $109,811

Nassau, DE $109,891 Ocean View, DE $109,603 Rehoboth Beach, DE $109,813 Seaford, DE $109,875 Selbyville, DE $109,421 Smyrna, DE $110,794 Viola, DE $110,284 Woodside, DE $110,581

Bear, DE $110,326 Newark, DE $110,284 Claymont, DE $110,510 Delaware City, DE $110,394 Hockessin, DE $110,274 Kirkwood, DE $110,374 Middletown, DE $110,416 Montchanin, DE $110,299

New Castle, DE $110,316 Odessa, DE $110,471 Port Penn, DE $110,545 Rockland, DE $110,310 Saint Georges, DE $110,381 Townsend, DE $110,551 Winterthur, DE $110,323 Lewes, DE $109,854

Wilmington, DE $110,280 Dover, DE $110,718 Dover Afb, DE $110,135 Bethany Beach, DE $109,487 Bethel, DE $109,601 Bridgeville, DE $109,859 Camden Wyoming, DE $110,406 Cheswold, DE $110,682

Clayton, DE $110,685 Dagsboro, DE $109,411 Delmar, DE $109,235 Ellendale, DE $109,567 Felton, DE $110,184 Fenwick Island, DE $109,435 Frankford, DE $109,244 Frederica, DE $110,293

Georgetown, DE $109,369 Greenwood, DE $109,876 Harbeson, DE $109,486 Harrington, DE $110,044 Hartly, DE $110,387 Houston, DE $109,887 Kenton, DE $110,691 Laurel, DE $109,304

Yorklyn, DE $110,307

Entry Level Computer Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Entry Level Computer Engineer'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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$95,980

Average $110,411/year

$124,111

$7,998

Average $9,201/month

$10,343

$1,846

Average $2,123/week

$2,387

$46

Average $53/hour

$60

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$124,111	$10,343	$2,387	$60
Average	$110,411	$9,201	$2,123	$53
25th Percentile	$95,980	$7,998	$1,846	$46

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