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

How does experience change A Systems Engineering's salary?

A Systems Engineering's salary grows with experience: a Systems Engineering (1-3 years)earns $65,792, a Systems Support Assistant, Sr. (3-5 years)earns $78,719, a Systems Administration Supervisor (5+ years)earns $116,120, a Systems Administration Senior Supervisor (5+ years)earns $125,689, a Systems Administration Manager (5+ years)earns $149,940,

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 $68,729, California $68,468, Massachusetts $67,555. 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: $127,920; Mechanical Systems Engineering: $93,385; Space Systems Engineering: $93,192; Energy Systems Engineering: $91,785.

Systems Engineering Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Systems Engineering make in Rhode Island?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Systems Engineering in Rhode Island is $64,359 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $31.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $81,424
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $57,478 to $73,291
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $51,214

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Systems Engineering Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$73,291	$6,108	$1,409	$35
Average	$64,359	$5,363	$1,238	$31
25th Percentile	$57,478	$4,790	$1,105	$28

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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): $65,792
Early Career (1-2 years): $78,719
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $116,120
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $125,689
Expert (over 8 years): $149,940

Levels	Salary
Systems E... Level Systems Engineering	$65,792
Systems S... Level Systems Engineering	$78,719
Systems A... Level Systems Engineering	$116,120
Systems A... Level Systems Engineering	$125,689
Systems A... Level Systems Engineering	$149,940

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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: $68,729.
California: $68,468.
Massachusetts: $67,555.

District of Columbia $68,729 California $68,468 Massachusetts $67,555 Washington $67,307 New Jersey $67,282 Alaska $67,195 Connecticut $66,339 New York $65,991

Hawaii $64,880 Rhode Island $64,359 Maryland $64,005 Minnesota $63,521 Colorado $63,334 Illinois $63,272 Oregon $63,036 Delaware $62,863

New Hampshire $62,753 Virginia $62,509 Pennsylvania $61,795 Nevada $61,435 North Dakota $61,317 Michigan $61,131 Wisconsin $61,062 Vermont $60,926

Texas $60,547 Maine $60,522 Arizona $60,485 Ohio $60,442 Georgia $59,871 Indiana $59,585 Wyoming $59,529 Utah $59,442

Iowa $59,405 Kansas $59,107 Louisiana $59,020 North Carolina $58,989 Missouri $58,977 Florida $58,735 Montana $58,604 Nebraska $58,480

Kentucky $58,412 South Carolina $58,164 Tennessee $58,008 Idaho $57,946 New Mexico $57,493 Oklahoma $57,394 Alabama $57,028 South Dakota $56,413

Arkansas $56,078 West Virginia $55,898 Mississippi $55,358

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:

Adamsville: $65,414
Albion: $64,327
Ashaway: $65,662

Adamsville, RI $65,414 Albion, RI $64,327 Ashaway, RI $65,662 Barrington, RI $64,327 Block Island, RI $65,321 Bradford, RI $65,619 Bristol, RI $64,265 Carolina, RI $65,085

Charlestown, RI $65,153 Chepachet, RI $64,203 Clayville, RI $64,265 Coventry, RI $64,203 West Greenwich, RI $64,160 East Greenwich, RI $64,247 Exeter, RI $65,619 Fiskeville, RI $64,327

Forestdale, RI $64,265 Foster, RI $64,160 Glendale, RI $64,160 Greene, RI $64,880 Greenville, RI $64,327 Harmony, RI $64,309 Harrisville, RI $64,203 Hope, RI $64,327

Hope Valley, RI $65,662 Hopkinton, RI $65,681 Jamestown, RI $65,023 Kenyon, RI $65,600 Little Compton, RI $65,389 Manville, RI $64,327 Mapleville, RI $64,160 Newport, RI $65,035

Middletown, RI $65,308 North Kingstown, RI $64,141 North Scituate, RI $64,309 Oakland, RI $64,222 Pascoag, RI $64,185 Pawtucket, RI $64,327 Central Falls, RI $64,327 Cumberland, RI $64,327

Lincoln, RI $64,327 Portsmouth, RI $64,774 Prudence Island, RI $64,203 Rockville, RI $65,681 Saunderstown, RI $65,060 Shannock, RI $65,581 Slatersville, RI $64,265 Slocum, RI $65,060

Tiverton, RI $65,432 Wakefield, RI $64,992 Kingston, RI $65,004 Narragansett, RI $65,017 Peace Dale, RI $64,992 Warren, RI $64,309 Warwick, RI $64,327 Westerly, RI $65,699

West Kingston, RI $65,041 West Warwick, RI $64,327 Wood River Junction, RI $65,619 Woonsocket, RI $64,265 North Smithfield, RI $64,309 Wyoming, RI $65,600 Providence, RI $64,327 Cranston, RI $64,327

North Providence, RI $64,327 East Providence, RI $64,327 Riverside, RI $64,327 Rumford, RI $64,327 Smithfield, RI $64,327 Johnston, RI $64,327

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.

Last Updated on April 01, 2026

$57,478

Average $64,359/year

$73,291

$4,790

Average $5,363/month

$6,108

$1,105

Average $1,238/week

$1,409

$28

Average $31/hour

$35

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$73,291	$6,108	$1,409	$35
Average	$64,359	$5,363	$1,238	$31
25th Percentile	$57,478	$4,790	$1,105	$28

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