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 $83,668, an Electronics Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $101,416, an Electronics Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $123,076, an Electronics Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $146,547, an Electronics Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $172,506,

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 $92,108, California $91,758, Massachusetts $90,536. 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: $144,910; Computer Software Engineer: $130,568; Computer Vision Engineer: $118,316; Computer Security Engineer: $105,629; Computer Science Engineer: $102,650.

Computer Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Computer Engineer make in Delaware?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for a Computer Engineer in Delaware is $84,246 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): $99,283
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $76,573 to $92,117
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $69,587

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Computer Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$92,117	$7,676	$1,771	$44
Average	$84,246	$7,021	$1,620	$41
25th Percentile	$76,573	$6,381	$1,473	$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): $83,668
Early Career (1-2 years): $101,416
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $123,076
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $146,547
Expert (over 8 years): $172,506

Levels	Salary
Computer ... Level Computer Engineer	$83,668
Electroni... Level Computer Engineer	$101,416
Electroni... Level Computer Engineer	$123,076
Electroni... Level Computer Engineer	$146,547
Electroni... Level Computer Engineer	$172,506

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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: $92,108.
California: $91,758.
Massachusetts: $90,536.

District of Columbia $92,108 California $91,758 Massachusetts $90,536 Washington $90,203 New Jersey $90,170 Alaska $90,053 Connecticut $88,905 New York $88,439

Hawaii $86,950 Rhode Island $86,251 Maryland $85,777 Minnesota $85,128 Colorado $84,879 Illinois $84,795 Oregon $84,479 Delaware $84,246

New Hampshire $84,100 Virginia $83,772 Pennsylvania $82,816 Nevada $82,333 North Dakota $82,175 Michigan $81,925 Wisconsin $81,834 Vermont $81,651

Texas $81,143 Maine $81,110 Arizona $81,060 Ohio $81,002 Georgia $80,237 Indiana $79,854 Wyoming $79,779 Utah $79,663

Iowa $79,613 Kansas $79,213 Louisiana $79,097 North Carolina $79,055 Missouri $79,039 Florida $78,714 Montana $78,540 Nebraska $78,373

Kentucky $78,282 South Carolina $77,949 Tennessee $77,741 Idaho $77,658 New Mexico $77,050 Oklahoma $76,917 Alabama $76,427 South Dakota $75,603

Arkansas $75,154 West Virginia $74,913 Mississippi $74,189

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: $87,191
Little Creek: $86,384
Magnolia: $86,742

Lincoln, DE $87,191 Little Creek, DE $86,384 Magnolia, DE $86,742 Milford, DE $87,191 Marydel, DE $86,060 Millsboro, DE $87,191 Millville, DE $87,774 Milton, DE $87,191

Nassau, DE $87,191 Ocean View, DE $87,774 Rehoboth Beach, DE $87,774 Seaford, DE $86,276 Selbyville, DE $87,774 Smyrna, DE $85,960 Viola, DE $86,742 Woodside, DE $86,493

Bear, DE $85,328 Newark, DE $85,361 Claymont, DE $85,428 Delaware City, DE $85,361 Hockessin, DE $85,428 Kirkwood, DE $85,361 Middletown, DE $85,785 Montchanin, DE $85,428

New Castle, DE $85,428 Odessa, DE $85,902 Port Penn, DE $85,128 Rockland, DE $85,428 Saint Georges, DE $85,361 Townsend, DE $85,777 Winterthur, DE $85,428 Lewes, DE $87,191

Wilmington, DE $85,428 Dover, DE $86,343 Dover Afb, DE $86,542 Bethany Beach, DE $87,774 Bethel, DE $86,276 Bridgeville, DE $87,191 Camden Wyoming, DE $86,434 Cheswold, DE $86,143

Clayton, DE $85,927 Dagsboro, DE $87,774 Delmar, DE $86,276 Ellendale, DE $87,191 Felton, DE $87,191 Fenwick Island, DE $87,774 Frankford, DE $87,774 Frederica, DE $87,191

Georgetown, DE $87,191 Greenwood, DE $87,191 Harbeson, DE $87,191 Harrington, DE $87,191 Hartly, DE $85,885 Houston, DE $87,191 Kenton, DE $85,927 Laurel, DE $86,276

Yorklyn, DE $85,428

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.

Last Updated on February 01, 2026

$76,573

Average $84,246/year

$92,117

$6,381

Average $7,021/month

$7,676

$1,473

Average $1,620/week

$1,771

$37

Average $41/hour

$44

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$92,117	$7,676	$1,771	$44
Average	$84,246	$7,021	$1,620	$41
25th Percentile	$76,573	$6,381	$1,473	$37

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