Computer Engineer Salary in Columbia, South Carolina

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How much does a Computer Engineer make in Columbia, SC? The average Computer Engineer salary in Columbia, SC is $79,255 as of May 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $71,790 and $87,337. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Computer Engineer with Security Clearance
BAE Systems - QUANTICO , VA
Job Description BAE Systems is offering an exciting opportunity to support an important and dynamic Department of Justice customer as a Computer Engineer (CE) s
- Today
Computer Engineer with Security Clearance
Department of the Air Force - EIELSON AFB , AK
Duties * ****Duties and responsibilities vary and may increase according to grade level**** * Provide computer system management support. Help coordinate the pl
- 1 day ago
Computer Engineer with Security Clearance
Department of Defense - EIELSON AFB , AK
Duties * ****Duties and responsibilities vary and may increase according to grade level**** * Provide computer system management support. Help coordinate the pl
- 1 day ago
Computer Engineer with Security Clearance
Precise Systems - TUCSON , AZ
As a solutions-based company, Precise Systems is focused on innovation in support of the warfighters and aligning our expertise to deliver the highest quality o
- 1 day ago
Computer Engineer with Security Clearance
The GBS Group - PHILADELPHIA , PA
Job Description Overview The GBS Group, an engineering and technical consulting firm, is seeking a Computer Engineer at our Philadelphia, PA location. The GBS G
- 1 day ago
Computer Engineer with Security Clearance
SBG Technology Solutions, Inc. - CHARLESTON , SC
SBG, a DSS, Inc. company, specializing in engineering, information technology, cyber-security, intelligence, and training, is looking for a hard-working results
- 3 days ago

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Computer Engineer in Columbia, SC. The base salary for Computer Engineer ranges from $71,790 to $87,337 with the average base salary of $79,255. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $72,973 to $89,850 with the average total cash compensation of $80,961.

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About Columbia, South Carolina    One of Columbia's more prominent geographical features is its fall line, the boundary between the upland Piedmont region and the Atlantic Coastal Plai....More

Columbia, South Carolina  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

Computer Engineer Salary in popular cities: Charleston, North Charleston, Mount Pleasant

Skills associated with Computer Engineer: Design

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