What are the main factors that influence a Windows Engineer'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 Windows Engineer?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Windows Engineer roles, with salaries approximately 18% above the market median.

How does experience change A Windows Engineer's salary?

A Windows Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Software Systems Developer I (0-2 years)earns $80,793, a Windows Engineer (2-4 years)earns $111,023, a Software Systems Developer III (4-7 years)earns $130,267, a Software Systems Developer IV (7+ years)earns $144,886, a Software Systems Developer V (7-10 years)earns $167,944,

What are the highest paying states for a Windows Engineer?

Windows Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Windows Engineer roles are District of Columbia $119,018, California $118,567, Massachusetts $116,987. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Windows Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Windows Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Senior Windows Systems Engineer: $163,006; Windows System Engineer: $118,018; Windows Administrator: $116,418; Windows Systems Engineer: $115,714; Windows Phone Developer: $103,568.

Windows Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Windows Engineer make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Windows Engineer in Delaware is $108,860 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $52.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $125,700
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $98,478 to $117,675
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $89,026

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Windows Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$117,675	$9,806	$2,263	$57
Average	$108,860	$9,072	$2,093	$52
25th Percentile	$98,478	$8,207	$1,894	$47

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Key Factors That Influence Windows Engineer Salaries

A Windows 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 Windows Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Windows 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): $80,793
Early Career (1-2 years): $111,023
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $130,267
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $144,886
Expert (over 8 years): $167,944

Levels	Salary
Software ... Level Windows Engineer	$80,793
Windows E... Level Windows Engineer	$111,023
Software ... Level Windows Engineer	$130,267
Software ... Level Windows Engineer	$144,886
Software ... Level Windows Engineer	$167,944

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How Do Windows 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 Windows Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $119,018.
California: $118,567.
Massachusetts: $116,987.

District of Columbia $119,018 California $118,567 Massachusetts $116,987 Washington $116,557 New Jersey $116,514 Alaska $116,363 Connecticut $114,880 New York $114,278

Hawaii $112,354 Rhode Island $111,451 Maryland $110,838 Minnesota $110,000 Colorado $109,677 Illinois $109,570 Oregon $109,161 Delaware $108,860

New Hampshire $108,671 Virginia $108,247 Pennsylvania $107,011 Nevada $106,388 North Dakota $106,184 Michigan $105,861 Wisconsin $105,743 Vermont $105,506

Texas $104,851 Maine $104,808 Arizona $104,743 Ohio $104,668 Georgia $103,679 Indiana $103,184 Wyoming $103,088 Utah $102,937

Iowa $102,873 Kansas $102,357 Louisiana $102,206 North Carolina $102,152 Missouri $102,131 Florida $101,712 Montana $101,486 Nebraska $101,271

Kentucky $101,153 South Carolina $100,723 Tennessee $100,454 Idaho $100,347 New Mexico $99,562 Oklahoma $99,390 Alabama $98,756 South Dakota $97,691

Arkansas $97,111 West Virginia $96,799 Mississippi $95,864

Top Paying Cities for Windows 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:

Lincoln: $108,370
Little Creek: $109,163
Magnolia: $109,006

Lincoln, DE $108,370 Little Creek, DE $109,163 Magnolia, DE $109,006 Milford, DE $108,645 Marydel, DE $108,824 Millsboro, DE $107,915 Millville, DE $108,082 Milton, DE $108,269

Nassau, DE $108,347 Ocean View, DE $108,064 Rehoboth Beach, DE $108,271 Seaford, DE $108,332 Selbyville, DE $107,884 Smyrna, DE $109,239 Viola, DE $108,735 Woodside, DE $109,028

Bear, DE $108,776 Newark, DE $108,735 Claymont, DE $108,958 Delaware City, DE $108,844 Hockessin, DE $108,726 Kirkwood, DE $108,824 Middletown, DE $108,866 Montchanin, DE $108,751

New Castle, DE $108,767 Odessa, DE $108,919 Port Penn, DE $108,992 Rockland, DE $108,761 Saint Georges, DE $108,831 Townsend, DE $108,999 Winterthur, DE $108,774 Lewes, DE $108,311

Wilmington, DE $108,731 Dover, DE $109,163 Dover Afb, DE $108,588 Bethany Beach, DE $107,950 Bethel, DE $108,061 Bridgeville, DE $108,316 Camden Wyoming, DE $108,856 Cheswold, DE $109,128

Clayton, DE $109,131 Dagsboro, DE $107,874 Delmar, DE $107,701 Ellendale, DE $108,028 Felton, DE $108,637 Fenwick Island, DE $107,898 Frankford, DE $107,710 Frederica, DE $108,744

Georgetown, DE $107,834 Greenwood, DE $108,333 Harbeson, DE $107,949 Harrington, DE $108,499 Hartly, DE $108,837 Houston, DE $108,344 Kenton, DE $109,136 Laurel, DE $107,769

Yorklyn, DE $108,758

Windows Engineer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Windows Engineer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 38% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 18% above the average. In contrast, Windows Engineer positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Windows Engineer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Windows Engineer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$128,455	$62.0	18%
Financial Services	$125,189	$60.0	15%
Internet	$121,923	$59.0	12%
Pharmaceuticals	$121,923	$59.0	12%
Energy & Utilities	$119,746	$58.0	10%

Windows Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Windows 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.

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$98,478

Average $108,860/year

$117,675

$8,207

Average $9,072/month

$9,806

$1,894

Average $2,093/week

$2,263

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Average $52/hour

$57

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$117,675	$9,806	$2,263	$57
Average	$108,860	$9,072	$2,093	$52
25th Percentile	$98,478	$8,207	$1,894	$47

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