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 $106,532 for beginners, reaching about $114,467 at mid-level, and approach $118,307 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 Nevada

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

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for an Entry Level Computer Engineer in Nevada is $107,903 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $52.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $133,483
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $93,800 to $121,293
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $80,959

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Entry Level Computer Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$121,293	$10,108	$2,333	$58
Average	$107,903	$8,992	$2,075	$52
25th Percentile	$93,800	$7,817	$1,804	$45

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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): $106,532
Early Career (1-2 years): $108,882
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $114,467
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $117,880
Expert (over 8 years): $118,307

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Entry Level Computer Engineer	$106,532
Intermediate Level Entry Level Computer Engineer	$108,882
Senior Level Entry Level Computer Engineer	$114,467
Specialist Level Entry Level Computer Engineer	$117,880
Expert Level Entry Level Computer Engineer	$118,307

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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:

The Lakes: $105,941
Alamo: $109,022
Henderson: $105,962

The Lakes, NV $105,941 Alamo, NV $109,022 Henderson, NV $105,962 Beatty, NV $109,147 Blue Diamond, NV $106,086 Boulder City, NV $106,220 Bunkerville, NV $108,447 Caliente, NV $108,676

Dyer, NV $109,052 Goldfield, NV $109,002 Hiko, NV $108,787 Indian Springs, NV $107,428 Jean, NV $106,908 Amargosa Valley, NV $109,121 Logandale, NV $108,339 Manhattan, NV $109,192

Mercury, NV $108,809 Mesquite, NV $109,076 Moapa, NV $107,482 Laughlin, NV $108,641 North Las Vegas, NV $105,941 Coyote Springs, NV $108,230 Cal Nev Ari, NV $108,180 Overton, NV $107,182

Pahrump, NV $108,375 Panaca, NV $108,563 Pioche, NV $108,579 Round Mountain, NV $109,045 Searchlight, NV $107,674 Silverpeak, NV $109,384 Tonopah, NV $109,040 Sloan, NV $106,002

Las Vegas, NV $105,941 Nellis Afb, NV $105,941 Ely, NV $109,015 Austin, NV $108,950 Baker, NV $108,548 Duckwater, NV $109,100 Eureka, NV $109,012 Lund, NV $109,005

Mc Gill, NV $109,162 Ruth, NV $109,402 Crystal Bay, NV $110,447 Dayton, NV $109,065 Denio, NV $108,749 Empire, NV $109,025 Fallon, NV $109,214 Fernley, NV $109,292

Gabbs, NV $109,047 Gardnerville, NV $109,312 Genoa, NV $109,121 Gerlach, NV $109,073 Glenbrook, NV $109,228 Golconda, NV $108,994 Hawthorne, NV $109,224 Imlay, NV $109,067

Lovelock, NV $109,212 Luning, NV $109,243 Mc Dermitt, NV $108,690 Mina, NV $109,024 Minden, NV $109,035 Nixon, NV $109,065 Orovada, NV $108,833 Paradise Valley, NV $108,970

Schurz, NV $109,113 Silver City, NV $108,873 Silver Springs, NV $109,261 Smith, NV $109,195 Sparks, NV $109,245 Sun Valley, NV $109,250 Valmy, NV $109,199 Verdi, NV $109,422

Virginia City, NV $108,933 Wadsworth, NV $109,203 Wellington, NV $109,209 Winnemucca, NV $109,127 Yerington, NV $109,172 Zephyr Cove, NV $109,339 Stateline, NV $109,384 Incline Village, NV $109,544

Reno, NV $109,244 Carson City, NV $108,764 Washoe Valley, NV $108,848 Elko, NV $109,250 Spring Creek, NV $109,253 Battle Mountain, NV $109,102 Crescent Valley, NV $109,062 Carlin, NV $109,184

Deeth, NV $109,022 Halleck, NV $109,022 Jackpot, NV $108,132 Jarbidge, NV $108,373 Lamoille, NV $109,086 Montello, NV $108,370 Mountain City, NV $108,681 Owyhee, NV $108,389

Ruby Valley, NV $108,979 Tuscarora, NV $108,898 Wells, NV $108,889 West Wendover, NV $108,985

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.

Last Updated on May 01, 2026

$93,800

Average $107,903/year

$121,293

$7,817

Average $8,992/month

$10,108

$1,804

Average $2,075/week

$2,333

$45

Average $52/hour

$58

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$121,293	$10,108	$2,333	$58
Average	$107,903	$8,992	$2,075	$52
25th Percentile	$93,800	$7,817	$1,804	$45

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