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

A Lead Network Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Network Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $115,706, a Network Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $135,973, a Lead Network Engineer (7-10 years)earns $155,686, a Network Engineer VI (10-12 years)earns $194,805, a Network Engineering Supervisor (12+ years)earns $122,701,

What are the highest paying states for a Lead Network Engineer?

Lead Network Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Lead Network Engineer roles are District of Columbia $171,067, California $170,418, Massachusetts $168,147. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Lead Network Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Lead Network Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Network Engineer VI: $191,653; Lead Network Architect: $159,836; Network Operations Lead: $138,283; Network Team Lead: $137,482; Telecommunications Network Engineer IV: $137,390.

Lead Network Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Lead Network Engineer make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Lead Network Engineer in Delaware is $156,466 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $75.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $176,725
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $145,139 to $167,070
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $134,826

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Lead Network Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$167,070	$13,923	$3,213	$80
Average	$156,466	$13,039	$3,009	$75
25th Percentile	$145,139	$12,095	$2,791	$70

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Key Factors That Influence Lead Network Engineer Salaries

A Lead Network 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 Lead Network Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Lead Network 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): $115,706
Early Career (1-2 years): $135,973
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $155,686
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $194,805
Expert (over 8 years): $122,701

Levels	Salary
Network E... Level Lead Network Engineer	$115,706
Network E... Level Lead Network Engineer	$135,973
Lead Netw... Level Lead Network Engineer	$155,686
Network E... Level Lead Network Engineer	$194,805
Network E... Level Lead Network Engineer	$122,701

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

District of Columbia: $171,067.
California: $170,418.
Massachusetts: $168,147.

District of Columbia $171,067 California $170,418 Massachusetts $168,147 Washington $167,529 New Jersey $167,467 Alaska $167,251 Connecticut $165,118 New York $164,253

Hawaii $161,488 Rhode Island $160,190 Maryland $159,309 Minnesota $158,104 Colorado $157,640 Illinois $157,486 Oregon $156,899 Delaware $156,466

New Hampshire $156,194 Virginia $155,586 Pennsylvania $153,809 Nevada $152,913 North Dakota $152,619 Michigan $152,156 Wisconsin $151,986 Vermont $151,646

Texas $150,703 Maine $150,641 Arizona $150,549 Ohio $150,441 Georgia $149,019 Indiana $148,308 Wyoming $148,169 Utah $147,953

Iowa $147,860 Kansas $147,119 Louisiana $146,902 North Carolina $146,825 Missouri $146,794 Florida $146,192 Montana $145,867 Nebraska $145,558

Kentucky $145,388 South Carolina $144,770 Tennessee $144,384 Idaho $144,229 New Mexico $143,102 Oklahoma $142,854 Alabama $141,943 South Dakota $140,413

Arkansas $139,579 West Virginia $139,131 Mississippi $137,787

Top Paying Cities for Lead Network 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: $155,762
Little Creek: $156,902
Magnolia: $156,676

Lincoln, DE $155,762 Little Creek, DE $156,902 Magnolia, DE $156,676 Milford, DE $156,157 Marydel, DE $156,414 Millsboro, DE $155,108 Millville, DE $155,348 Milton, DE $155,616

Nassau, DE $155,729 Ocean View, DE $155,321 Rehoboth Beach, DE $155,620 Seaford, DE $155,708 Selbyville, DE $155,063 Smyrna, DE $157,010 Viola, DE $156,287 Woodside, DE $156,707

Bear, DE $156,346 Newark, DE $156,287 Claymont, DE $156,607 Delaware City, DE $156,443 Hockessin, DE $156,273 Kirkwood, DE $156,414 Middletown, DE $156,474 Montchanin, DE $156,309

New Castle, DE $156,332 Odessa, DE $156,551 Port Penn, DE $156,656 Rockland, DE $156,324 Saint Georges, DE $156,424 Townsend, DE $156,666 Winterthur, DE $156,343 Lewes, DE $155,677

Wilmington, DE $156,281 Dover, DE $156,902 Dover Afb, DE $156,075 Bethany Beach, DE $155,158 Bethel, DE $155,318 Bridgeville, DE $155,684 Camden Wyoming, DE $156,460 Cheswold, DE $156,851

Clayton, DE $156,856 Dagsboro, DE $155,049 Delmar, DE $154,801 Ellendale, DE $155,270 Felton, DE $156,145 Fenwick Island, DE $155,083 Frankford, DE $154,813 Frederica, DE $156,299

Georgetown, DE $154,991 Greenwood, DE $155,709 Harbeson, DE $155,156 Harrington, DE $155,947 Hartly, DE $156,432 Houston, DE $155,725 Kenton, DE $156,863 Laurel, DE $154,898

Yorklyn, DE $156,319

Lead Network Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Lead Network 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 May 01, 2026

$145,139

Average $156,466/year

$167,070

$12,095

Average $13,039/month

$13,923

$2,791

Average $3,009/week

$3,213

$70

Average $75/hour

$80

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$167,070	$13,923	$3,213	$80
Average	$156,466	$13,039	$3,009	$75
25th Percentile	$145,139	$12,095	$2,791	$70

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