What are the main factors that influence a System Reliability Engineer's salary?

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

How does experience change A System Reliability Engineer's salary?

A System Reliability Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Creative Supervisor (3-5 years)earns $103,501, a Creative Manager (5+ years)earns $136,978, a System Reliability Engineer (5+ years)earns $160,712,

What are the highest paying states for a System Reliability Engineer?

System Reliability Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for System Reliability Engineer roles are District of Columbia $156,451, California $155,857, Massachusetts $153,780. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of System Reliability Engineer roles make?

Salaries for System Reliability Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Lead Reliability Engineer: $161,700; Specialist Reliability Engineer: $137,043; Manufacturing System Engineer IV: $112,773; Senior Reliability Engineer: $112,563; Manufacturing System Engineer III: $103,695.

System Reliability Engineer Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a System Reliability Engineer make in District of Columbia?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for a System Reliability Engineer in District of Columbia is $156,451 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $75.

However, a System Reliability Engineer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $185,844
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $135,998 to $171,836
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $117,378

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System Reliability Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$171,836	$14,320	$3,305	$83
Average	$156,451	$13,038	$3,009	$75
25th Percentile	$135,998	$11,333	$2,615	$65

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Key Factors That Influence System Reliability Engineer Salaries

A System Reliability 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 Do System Reliability 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 System Reliability Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $156,451.
California: $155,857.
Massachusetts: $153,780.

District of Columbia $156,451 California $155,857 Massachusetts $153,780 Washington $153,215 New Jersey $153,158 Alaska $152,960 Connecticut $151,011 New York $150,219

Hawaii $147,690 Rhode Island $146,503 Maryland $145,698 Minnesota $144,595 Colorado $144,171 Illinois $144,030 Oregon $143,493 Delaware $143,098

New Hampshire $142,849 Virginia $142,292 Pennsylvania $140,667 Nevada $139,848 North Dakota $139,579 Michigan $139,155 Wisconsin $139,000 Vermont $138,689

Texas $137,827 Maine $137,770 Arizona $137,686 Ohio $137,587 Georgia $136,287 Indiana $135,637 Wyoming $135,510 Utah $135,312

Iowa $135,227 Kansas $134,549 Louisiana $134,351 North Carolina $134,280 Missouri $134,252 Florida $133,701 Montana $133,404 Nebraska $133,122

Kentucky $132,966 South Carolina $132,401 Tennessee $132,048 Idaho $131,906 New Mexico $130,875 Oklahoma $130,649 Alabama $129,815 South Dakota $128,416

Arkansas $127,653 West Virginia $127,243 Mississippi $126,014

Top Paying Cities for System Reliability 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:

Parcel Return Service: $156,451
Washington: $156,451
Naval Anacost Annex: $156,451

Parcel Return Service, DC $156,451 Washington, DC $156,451 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $156,451 Washington Navy Yard, DC $156,451

System Reliability Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a System Reliability 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 February 01, 2026

$135,998

Average $156,451/year

$171,836

$11,333

Average $13,038/month

$14,320

$2,615

Average $3,009/week

$3,305

$65

Average $75/hour

$83

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$171,836	$14,320	$3,305	$83
Average	$156,451	$13,038	$3,009	$75
25th Percentile	$135,998	$11,333	$2,615	$65

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