What are the main factors that influence a Systems Engineering's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Systems Engineering?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Systems Engineering roles, with salaries approximately 22% above the market median.

How does experience change A Systems Engineering's salary?

A Systems Engineering's salary grows with experience: a Systems Engineering (1-3 years)earns $64,295, a Systems Support Assistant, Sr. (3-5 years)earns $76,937, a Systems Administration Supervisor (5+ years)earns $113,475, a Systems Administration Senior Supervisor (5+ years)earns $122,806, a Systems Administration Manager (5+ years)earns $146,544,

What are the highest paying states for a Systems Engineering?

Systems Engineering salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Systems Engineering roles are District of Columbia $68,772, California $68,511, Massachusetts $67,598. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Systems Engineering roles make?

Salaries for Systems Engineering level roles vary by specialization: Director Of Systems Engineering: $195,242; Control Systems Engineering: $127,962; Mechanical Systems Engineering: $93,364; Space Systems Engineering: $93,171; Energy Systems Engineering: $91,764.

Systems Engineering Salary in Delaware

How much does a Systems Engineering make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Systems Engineering in Delaware is $62,902 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $30.

However, a Systems Engineering's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $79,586
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $56,217 to $71,635
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $50,131

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Systems Engineering Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$71,635	$5,970	$1,378	$34
Average	$62,902	$5,242	$1,210	$30
25th Percentile	$56,217	$4,685	$1,081	$27

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Key Factors That Influence Systems Engineering Salaries

A Systems Engineering'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 Systems Engineering Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Systems Engineering'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): $64,295
Early Career (1-2 years): $76,937
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $113,475
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $122,806
Expert (over 8 years): $146,544

Levels	Salary
Systems E... Level Systems Engineering	$64,295
Systems S... Level Systems Engineering	$76,937
Systems A... Level Systems Engineering	$113,475
Systems A... Level Systems Engineering	$122,806
Systems A... Level Systems Engineering	$146,544

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How Do Systems Engineering 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 Systems Engineerings. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $68,772.
California: $68,511.
Massachusetts: $67,598.

District of Columbia $68,772 California $68,511 Massachusetts $67,598 Washington $67,349 New Jersey $67,324 Alaska $67,237 Connecticut $66,380 New York $66,032

Hawaii $64,921 Rhode Island $64,399 Maryland $64,045 Minnesota $63,560 Colorado $63,374 Illinois $63,312 Oregon $63,076 Delaware $62,902

New Hampshire $62,793 Virginia $62,548 Pennsylvania $61,834 Nevada $61,473 North Dakota $61,355 Michigan $61,169 Wisconsin $61,101 Vermont $60,964

Texas $60,585 Maine $60,560 Arizona $60,523 Ohio $60,480 Georgia $59,908 Indiana $59,622 Wyoming $59,566 Utah $59,480

Iowa $59,442 Kansas $59,144 Louisiana $59,057 North Carolina $59,026 Missouri $59,014 Florida $58,771 Montana $58,641 Nebraska $58,517

Kentucky $58,448 South Carolina $58,200 Tennessee $58,045 Idaho $57,983 New Mexico $57,529 Oklahoma $57,430 Alabama $57,063 South Dakota $56,448

Arkansas $56,113 West Virginia $55,933 Mississippi $55,392

Top Paying Cities for Systems Engineerings

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: $62,619
Little Creek: $63,077
Magnolia: $62,986

Lincoln, DE $62,619 Little Creek, DE $63,077 Magnolia, DE $62,986 Milford, DE $62,778 Marydel, DE $62,881 Millsboro, DE $62,356 Millville, DE $62,452 Milton, DE $62,560

Nassau, DE $62,606 Ocean View, DE $62,442 Rehoboth Beach, DE $62,562 Seaford, DE $62,597 Selbyville, DE $62,338 Smyrna, DE $63,121 Viola, DE $62,830 Woodside, DE $62,999

Bear, DE $62,853 Newark, DE $62,830 Claymont, DE $62,958 Delaware City, DE $62,893 Hockessin, DE $62,824 Kirkwood, DE $62,881 Middletown, DE $62,905 Montchanin, DE $62,839

New Castle, DE $62,848 Odessa, DE $62,936 Port Penn, DE $62,978 Rockland, DE $62,845 Saint Georges, DE $62,885 Townsend, DE $62,982 Winterthur, DE $62,852 Lewes, DE $62,585

Wilmington, DE $62,827 Dover, DE $63,077 Dover Afb, DE $62,745 Bethany Beach, DE $62,376 Bethel, DE $62,440 Bridgeville, DE $62,588 Camden Wyoming, DE $62,899 Cheswold, DE $63,057

Clayton, DE $63,058 Dagsboro, DE $62,332 Delmar, DE $62,232 Ellendale, DE $62,421 Felton, DE $62,773 Fenwick Island, DE $62,346 Frankford, DE $62,237 Frederica, DE $62,835

Georgetown, DE $62,309 Greenwood, DE $62,598 Harbeson, DE $62,375 Harrington, DE $62,693 Hartly, DE $62,888 Houston, DE $62,604 Kenton, DE $63,062 Laurel, DE $62,271

Yorklyn, DE $62,843

Systems Engineering Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Systems Engineering roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 22% above the average. In contrast, Systems Engineering positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Systems Engineering as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Systems Engineering

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$76,740	$37.0	22%
Internet	$74,224	$36.0	18%
Energy & Utilities	$70,450	$34.0	12%
Telecom	$69,821	$34.0	11%
Financial Services	$69,192	$33.0	10%

Systems Engineering Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Systems Engineering'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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$56,217

Average $62,902/year

$71,635

$4,685

Average $5,242/month

$5,970

$1,081

Average $1,210/week

$1,378

$27

Average $30/hour

$34

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$71,635	$5,970	$1,378	$34
Average	$62,902	$5,242	$1,210	$30
25th Percentile	$56,217	$4,685	$1,081	$27

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