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 $83,664, an Electronics Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $101,412, an Electronics Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $123,075, an Electronics Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $146,545, an Electronics Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $172,494,

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 $92,104, California $91,755, Massachusetts $90,532. 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: $144,893; Computer Software Engineer: $130,562; Computer Engineer Intern: $123,714; Computer Vision Engineer: $118,315; Computer Graphics Engineer: $111,603.

Computer Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Computer Engineer make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Computer Engineer in Delaware is $84,243 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): $99,297
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $76,569 to $92,123
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $69,582

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Computer Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$92,123	$7,677	$1,772	$44
Average	$84,243	$7,020	$1,620	$41
25th Percentile	$76,569	$6,381	$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): $83,664
Early Career (1-2 years): $101,412
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $123,075
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $146,545
Expert (over 8 years): $172,494

Levels	Salary
Computer ... Level Computer Engineer	$83,664
Electroni... Level Computer Engineer	$101,412
Electroni... Level Computer Engineer	$123,075
Electroni... Level Computer Engineer	$146,545
Electroni... Level Computer Engineer	$172,494

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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: $92,104.
California: $91,755.
Massachusetts: $90,532.

District of Columbia $92,104 California $91,755 Massachusetts $90,532 Washington $90,199 New Jersey $90,166 Alaska $90,049 Connecticut $88,901 New York $88,436

Hawaii $86,947 Rhode Island $86,248 Maryland $85,774 Minnesota $85,125 Colorado $84,875 Illinois $84,792 Oregon $84,476 Delaware $84,243

New Hampshire $84,097 Virginia $83,769 Pennsylvania $82,812 Nevada $82,330 North Dakota $82,172 Michigan $81,922 Wisconsin $81,831 Vermont $81,648

Texas $81,140 Maine $81,107 Arizona $81,057 Ohio $80,999 Georgia $80,233 Indiana $79,851 Wyoming $79,776 Utah $79,659

Iowa $79,609 Kansas $79,210 Louisiana $79,094 North Carolina $79,052 Missouri $79,035 Florida $78,711 Montana $78,536 Nebraska $78,370

Kentucky $78,278 South Carolina $77,946 Tennessee $77,738 Idaho $77,655 New Mexico $77,047 Oklahoma $76,914 Alabama $76,423 South Dakota $75,600

Arkansas $75,151 West Virginia $74,909 Mississippi $74,186

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: $83,864
Little Creek: $84,478
Magnolia: $84,356

Lincoln, DE $83,864 Little Creek, DE $84,478 Magnolia, DE $84,356 Milford, DE $84,077 Marydel, DE $84,215 Millsboro, DE $83,512 Millville, DE $83,641 Milton, DE $83,785

Nassau, DE $83,846 Ocean View, DE $83,627 Rehoboth Beach, DE $83,787 Seaford, DE $83,835 Selbyville, DE $83,488 Smyrna, DE $84,536 Viola, DE $84,146 Woodside, DE $84,373

Bear, DE $84,178 Newark, DE $84,146 Claymont, DE $84,319 Delaware City, DE $84,230 Hockessin, DE $84,139 Kirkwood, DE $84,215 Middletown, DE $84,247 Montchanin, DE $84,158

New Castle, DE $84,171 Odessa, DE $84,289 Port Penn, DE $84,345 Rockland, DE $84,166 Saint Georges, DE $84,221 Townsend, DE $84,350 Winterthur, DE $84,176 Lewes, DE $83,818

Wilmington, DE $84,143 Dover, DE $84,478 Dover Afb, DE $84,033 Bethany Beach, DE $83,538 Bethel, DE $83,625 Bridgeville, DE $83,822 Camden Wyoming, DE $84,240 Cheswold, DE $84,450

Clayton, DE $84,453 Dagsboro, DE $83,480 Delmar, DE $83,346 Ellendale, DE $83,599 Felton, DE $84,070 Fenwick Island, DE $83,498 Frankford, DE $83,353 Frederica, DE $84,153

Georgetown, DE $83,449 Greenwood, DE $83,835 Harbeson, DE $83,538 Harrington, DE $83,963 Hartly, DE $84,225 Houston, DE $83,844 Kenton, DE $84,457 Laurel, DE $83,399

Yorklyn, DE $84,164

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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$76,569

Average $84,243/year

$92,123

$6,381

Average $7,020/month

$7,677

$1,472

Average $1,620/week

$1,772

$37

Average $41/hour

$44

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$92,123	$7,677	$1,772	$44
Average	$84,243	$7,020	$1,620	$41
25th Percentile	$76,569	$6,381	$1,472	$37

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