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

A Computer Engineer's salary grows with experience: an Computer Engineer (0-2 years)earns $83,666, an Electronics Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $101,414, an Electronics Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $123,076, an Electronics Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $146,546, an Electronics Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $172,502,

What are the highest paying states for a Computer Engineer?

Computer Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Computer Engineer roles are District of Columbia $92,110, California $91,760, Massachusetts $90,537. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Computer Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Computer Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Senior Computer Engineer: $144,903; Computer Software Engineer: $130,569; Computer Vision Engineer: $118,315; Computer Security Engineer: $105,629; Computer Science Engineer: $102,647.

Computer Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Computer Engineer make in Delaware?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Computer Engineer in Delaware is $84,248 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $41.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $99,377
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $76,565 to $92,167
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $69,570

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Computer Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$92,167	$7,681	$1,772	$44
Average	$84,248	$7,021	$1,620	$41
25th Percentile	$76,565	$6,380	$1,472	$37

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Key Factors That Influence Computer Engineer Salaries

A Computer 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 Computer Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Computer 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): $83,666
Early Career (1-2 years): $101,414
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $123,076
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $146,546
Expert (over 8 years): $172,502

Levels	Salary
Computer ... Level Computer Engineer	$83,666
Electroni... Level Computer Engineer	$101,414
Electroni... Level Computer Engineer	$123,076
Electroni... Level Computer Engineer	$146,546
Electroni... Level Computer Engineer	$172,502

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

District of Columbia: $92,110.
California: $91,760.
Massachusetts: $90,537.

District of Columbia $92,110 California $91,760 Massachusetts $90,537 Washington $90,204 New Jersey $90,171 Alaska $90,055 Connecticut $88,907 New York $88,441

Hawaii $86,952 Rhode Island $86,253 Maryland $85,779 Minnesota $85,130 Colorado $84,880 Illinois $84,797 Oregon $84,481 Delaware $84,248

New Hampshire $84,102 Virginia $83,774 Pennsylvania $82,817 Nevada $82,335 North Dakota $82,176 Michigan $81,927 Wisconsin $81,835 Vermont $81,652

Texas $81,145 Maine $81,112 Arizona $81,062 Ohio $81,003 Georgia $80,238 Indiana $79,855 Wyoming $79,781 Utah $79,664

Iowa $79,614 Kansas $79,215 Louisiana $79,098 North Carolina $79,057 Missouri $79,040 Florida $78,716 Montana $78,541 Nebraska $78,375

Kentucky $78,283 South Carolina $77,950 Tennessee $77,742 Idaho $77,659 New Mexico $77,052 Oklahoma $76,919 Alabama $76,428 South Dakota $75,604

Arkansas $75,155 West Virginia $74,914 Mississippi $74,190

Top Paying Cities for Computer 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: $87,193
Little Creek: $86,386
Magnolia: $86,744

Lincoln, DE $87,193 Little Creek, DE $86,386 Magnolia, DE $86,744 Milford, DE $87,193 Marydel, DE $86,062 Millsboro, DE $87,193 Millville, DE $87,775 Milton, DE $87,193

Nassau, DE $87,193 Ocean View, DE $87,775 Rehoboth Beach, DE $87,775 Seaford, DE $86,278 Selbyville, DE $87,775 Smyrna, DE $85,962 Viola, DE $86,744 Woodside, DE $86,494

Bear, DE $85,329 Newark, DE $85,363 Claymont, DE $85,429 Delaware City, DE $85,363 Hockessin, DE $85,429 Kirkwood, DE $85,363 Middletown, DE $85,787 Montchanin, DE $85,429

New Castle, DE $85,429 Odessa, DE $85,903 Port Penn, DE $85,130 Rockland, DE $85,429 Saint Georges, DE $85,363 Townsend, DE $85,779 Winterthur, DE $85,429 Lewes, DE $87,193

Wilmington, DE $85,429 Dover, DE $86,344 Dover Afb, DE $86,544 Bethany Beach, DE $87,775 Bethel, DE $86,278 Bridgeville, DE $87,193 Camden Wyoming, DE $86,436 Cheswold, DE $86,145

Clayton, DE $85,928 Dagsboro, DE $87,775 Delmar, DE $86,278 Ellendale, DE $87,193 Felton, DE $87,193 Fenwick Island, DE $87,775 Frankford, DE $87,775 Frederica, DE $87,193

Georgetown, DE $87,193 Greenwood, DE $87,193 Harbeson, DE $87,193 Harrington, DE $87,193 Hartly, DE $85,887 Houston, DE $87,193 Kenton, DE $85,928 Laurel, DE $86,278

Yorklyn, DE $85,429

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

Understanding how a Computer 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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$76,565

Average $84,248/year

$92,167

$6,380

Average $7,021/month

$7,681

$1,472

Average $1,620/week

$1,772

$37

Average $41/hour

$44

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$92,167	$7,681	$1,772	$44
Average	$84,248	$7,021	$1,620	$41
25th Percentile	$76,565	$6,380	$1,472	$37

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