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

A Computer Systems Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Computer Systems Engineer (0-2 years)earns $81,572, a Software Systems Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $100,169, a Software Systems Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $116,233, a Software Systems Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $142,225, a Software Systems Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $163,004,

What are the highest paying states for a Computer Systems Engineer?

Computer Systems Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Computer Systems Engineer roles are District of Columbia $89,903, California $89,562, Massachusetts $88,368. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Computer Systems Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Computer Systems Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Computer Systems Architect: $164,362; computer information systems: $131,791; Computer Systems Manager: $131,444; Computer Systems Software Engineer: $124,956; Computer Systems Analyst: $112,109.

Computer Systems Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Computer Systems Engineer make in Delaware?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for a Computer Systems Engineer in Delaware is $82,230 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $99,315
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $75,186 to $91,173
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $68,773

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Computer Systems Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$91,173	$7,598	$1,753	$44
Average	$82,230	$6,852	$1,581	$40
25th Percentile	$75,186	$6,266	$1,446	$36

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Key Factors That Influence Computer Systems Engineer Salaries

A Computer Systems 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 Systems Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Computer Systems 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): $81,572
Early Career (1-2 years): $100,169
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $116,233
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $142,225
Expert (over 8 years): $163,004

Levels	Salary
Computer ... Level Computer Systems Engineer	$81,572
Software ... Level Computer Systems Engineer	$100,169
Software ... Level Computer Systems Engineer	$116,233
Software ... Level Computer Systems Engineer	$142,225
Software ... Level Computer Systems Engineer	$163,004

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

District of Columbia: $89,903.
California: $89,562.
Massachusetts: $88,368.

District of Columbia $89,903 California $89,562 Massachusetts $88,368 Washington $88,044 New Jersey $88,011 Alaska $87,897 Connecticut $86,777 New York $86,322

Hawaii $84,869 Rhode Island $84,187 Maryland $83,724 Minnesota $83,091 Colorado $82,847 Illinois $82,766 Oregon $82,457 Delaware $82,230

New Hampshire $82,087 Virginia $81,767 Pennsylvania $80,833 Nevada $80,362 North Dakota $80,208 Michigan $79,964 Wisconsin $79,875 Vermont $79,696

Texas $79,201 Maine $79,169 Arizona $79,120 Ohio $79,063 Georgia $78,316 Indiana $77,943 Wyoming $77,869 Utah $77,756

Iowa $77,707 Kansas $77,317 Louisiana $77,204 North Carolina $77,163 Missouri $77,147 Florida $76,830 Montana $76,660 Nebraska $76,497

Kentucky $76,408 South Carolina $76,083 Tennessee $75,880 Idaho $75,799 New Mexico $75,206 Oklahoma $75,076 Alabama $74,597 South Dakota $73,793

Arkansas $73,355 West Virginia $73,119 Mississippi $72,413

Top Paying Cities for Computer Systems 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: $85,104
Little Creek: $84,317
Magnolia: $84,666

Lincoln, DE $85,104 Little Creek, DE $84,317 Magnolia, DE $84,666 Milford, DE $85,104 Marydel, DE $84,000 Millsboro, DE $85,104 Millville, DE $85,673 Milton, DE $85,104

Nassau, DE $85,104 Ocean View, DE $85,673 Rehoboth Beach, DE $85,673 Seaford, DE $84,211 Selbyville, DE $85,673 Smyrna, DE $83,903 Viola, DE $84,666 Woodside, DE $84,422

Bear, DE $83,285 Newark, DE $83,318 Claymont, DE $83,383 Delaware City, DE $83,318 Hockessin, DE $83,383 Kirkwood, DE $83,318 Middletown, DE $83,732 Montchanin, DE $83,383

New Castle, DE $83,383 Odessa, DE $83,846 Port Penn, DE $83,091 Rockland, DE $83,383 Saint Georges, DE $83,318 Townsend, DE $83,724 Winterthur, DE $83,383 Lewes, DE $85,104

Wilmington, DE $83,383 Dover, DE $84,276 Dover Afb, DE $84,471 Bethany Beach, DE $85,673 Bethel, DE $84,211 Bridgeville, DE $85,104 Camden Wyoming, DE $84,365 Cheswold, DE $84,081

Clayton, DE $83,870 Dagsboro, DE $85,673 Delmar, DE $84,211 Ellendale, DE $85,104 Felton, DE $85,104 Fenwick Island, DE $85,673 Frankford, DE $85,673 Frederica, DE $85,104

Georgetown, DE $85,104 Greenwood, DE $85,104 Harbeson, DE $85,104 Harrington, DE $85,104 Hartly, DE $83,829 Houston, DE $85,104 Kenton, DE $83,870 Laurel, DE $84,211

Yorklyn, DE $83,383

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

Understanding how a Computer Systems 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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$75,186

Average $82,230/year

$91,173

$6,266

Average $6,852/month

$7,598

$1,446

Average $1,581/week

$1,753

$36

Average $40/hour

$44

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$91,173	$7,598	$1,753	$44
Average	$82,230	$6,852	$1,581	$40
25th Percentile	$75,186	$6,266	$1,446	$36

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