Information Technology Engineer Salary in the United States

How much does an Information Technology Engineer make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Information Technology Engineer in the United States is $109,784 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $53.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $129,255
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $99,783 to $119,976
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $90,678
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Information Technology Engineer Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $119,976 $9,998 $2,307 $58
Average $109,784 $9,149 $2,111 $53
25th Percentile $99,783 $8,315 $1,919 $48
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Key Factors That Influence Information Technology Engineer Salaries

An Information Technology 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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Information Technology Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Information Technology 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): $74,829
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $93,222
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $111,868
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $128,129
  • Expert (over 8 years): $149,326
Levels Salary
Network A... Level Information Technology Engineer$74,829
Network A... Level Information Technology Engineer$93,222
Informati... Level Information Technology Engineer$111,868
Network A... Level Information Technology Engineer$128,129
Network A... Level Information Technology Engineer$149,326
$74,829 0 yr
$93,222 < 2 yrs
$111,868 2-4 yrs
$128,129 5-8 yrs
$149,326 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Information Technology 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:

  • San Jose: $138,471
  • San Francisco: $136,954
  • Oakland: $134,068

What Skills Can Increase an Information Technology Engineer's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Troubleshooting (Mentioned in 6.65% Job Postings): Troubleshooting is a form of problem solving, often applied to repair failed products or processes on a machine or a system. It is a logical, systematic search for the source of a problem in order to solve it, and make the product or process operational again. Troubleshooting is needed to identify the symptoms. Determining the most likely cause is a process of elimination—eliminating potential causes of a problem. Finally, troubleshooting requires confirmation that the solution restores the product or process to its working state. In general, troubleshooting is the identification or diagnosis of "trouble" in the management flow of a system caused by a failure of some kind. The problem is initially described as symptoms of malfunction, and troubleshooting is the process of determining and remedying the causes of these symptoms. A system can be described in terms of its expected, desired or intended behavior (usually, for artificial systems, its purpose). Events or inputs to the system are expected to generate specific results or outputs. (For example, selecting the "print" option from various computer applications is intended to result in a hardcopy emerging from some specific device). Any unexpected or undesirable behavior is a symptom. Troubleshooting is the process of isolating the specific cause or causes of the symptom. Frequently the symptom is a failure of the product or process to produce any results. (Nothing was printed, for example). Corrective action can then be taken to prevent further failures of a similar kind.
  • VMware (Mentioned in 3.01% Job Postings): Applying the VMware software to develop multiple virtual computer systems within a single server.
  • Computer Engineering (Mentioned in 2.13% Job Postings): Computer engineering is a branch of electrical engineering that integrates several fields of computer science and electronic engineering required to develop computer hardware and software.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Troubleshooting 6.65%
VMware 3.01%
Computer Engineering 2.13%
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 an Information Technology Engineer's salary.
  • Collaboration: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
  • Azure: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
  • Insight: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Collaboration
$113,078
3%
Azure
$113,078
3%
Insight
$113,078
3%
Leadership
$113,078
3%
Business Acumen
$113,078
3%
Analysis
$111,980
2%
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Information Technology Engineer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Information Technology Engineer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 70% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Information Technology Engineer positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Information Technology Engineer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Information Technology Engineer

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals$153,698$74.040%
Internet$148,208$71.035%
Financial Services$142,719$69.030%
Energy & Utilities$137,230$66.025%
Aerospace & Defense$131,741$63.020%

How Education impacts an Information Technology Engineer's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Information Technology Engineers enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Information Technology Engineer with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $104,784 and $110,383).

Information Technology Engineer Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Information Technology Engineer
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.8%
High School 25.4%
Associates 20.7%
Bachelors 44.9%
Masters 7.8%
Doctorate 0.4%
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Information Technology Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Information Technology 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 August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Information Technology Engineer

Salaries for an Information Technology Engineer can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $107,470 in 2023 to around $105,301 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Information Technology Engineer salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Information Technology Engineer Over Time

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  • Abercrombie and Fitch Co.

    Columbus, OH

    Abercrombie and Fitch Co. | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

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FAQ about Information Technology Engineer

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Information Technology Engineer?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Information Technology Engineer roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

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