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

A Network and Systems Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Network Administrator II (2-4 years)earns $90,328, a Network Administrator III (4-7 years)earns $108,370, a Network and Systems Engineer (7+ years)earns $124,131, a Network Administrator V (7-10 years)earns $144,692, a Client/Server Operations Supervisor (10+ years)earns $110,503,

What are the highest paying states for a Network and Systems Engineer?

Network and Systems Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Network and Systems Engineer roles are District of Columbia $136,532, California $136,014, Massachusetts $134,202. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Network and Systems Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Network and Systems Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Network Engineer VI: $191,649; Network Engineer V: $153,157; Network Engineer - Project Lead: $133,770; Senior Network Engineer: $113,890; Network Maintenance Engineer III: $113,830.

Network and Systems Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Network and Systems Engineer make in Delaware?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Network and Systems Engineer in Delaware is $124,879 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $60.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $144,333
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $113,577 to $135,062
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $103,288

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Network and Systems Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$135,062	$11,255	$2,597	$65
Average	$124,879	$10,407	$2,402	$60
25th Percentile	$113,577	$9,465	$2,184	$55

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Key Factors That Influence Network and Systems Engineer Salaries

A Network and 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 Network and Systems Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Network and 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): $90,328
Early Career (1-2 years): $108,370
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $124,131
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $144,692
Expert (over 8 years): $110,503

Levels	Salary
Network A... Level Network and Systems Engineer	$90,328
Network A... Level Network and Systems Engineer	$108,370
Network a... Level Network and Systems Engineer	$124,131
Network A... Level Network and Systems Engineer	$144,692
Client/Se... Level Network and Systems Engineer	$110,503

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

District of Columbia: $136,532.
California: $136,014.
Massachusetts: $134,202.

District of Columbia $136,532 California $136,014 Massachusetts $134,202 Washington $133,708 New Jersey $133,659 Alaska $133,486 Connecticut $131,785 New York $131,094

Hawaii $128,887 Rhode Island $127,851 Maryland $127,148 Minnesota $126,186 Colorado $125,816 Illinois $125,693 Oregon $125,224 Delaware $124,879

New Hampshire $124,662 Virginia $124,176 Pennsylvania $122,758 Nevada $122,043 North Dakota $121,809 Michigan $121,439 Wisconsin $121,303 Vermont $121,032

Texas $120,280 Maine $120,230 Arizona $120,156 Ohio $120,070 Georgia $118,935 Indiana $118,368 Wyoming $118,257 Utah $118,085

Iowa $118,011 Kansas $117,419 Louisiana $117,246 North Carolina $117,184 Missouri $117,160 Florida $116,679 Montana $116,420 Nebraska $116,173

Kentucky $116,038 South Carolina $115,544 Tennessee $115,236 Idaho $115,113 New Mexico $114,213 Oklahoma $114,015 Alabama $113,288 South Dakota $112,067

Arkansas $111,401 West Virginia $111,043 Mississippi $109,971

Top Paying Cities for Network and 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: $129,244
Little Creek: $128,048
Magnolia: $128,578

Lincoln, DE $129,244 Little Creek, DE $128,048 Magnolia, DE $128,578 Milford, DE $129,244 Marydel, DE $127,567 Millsboro, DE $129,244 Millville, DE $130,108 Milton, DE $129,244

Nassau, DE $129,244 Ocean View, DE $130,108 Rehoboth Beach, DE $130,108 Seaford, DE $127,888 Selbyville, DE $130,108 Smyrna, DE $127,419 Viola, DE $128,578 Woodside, DE $128,209

Bear, DE $126,482 Newark, DE $126,531 Claymont, DE $126,630 Delaware City, DE $126,531 Hockessin, DE $126,630 Kirkwood, DE $126,531 Middletown, DE $127,160 Montchanin, DE $126,630

New Castle, DE $126,630 Odessa, DE $127,333 Port Penn, DE $126,186 Rockland, DE $126,630 Saint Georges, DE $126,531 Townsend, DE $127,148 Winterthur, DE $126,630 Lewes, DE $129,244

Wilmington, DE $126,630 Dover, DE $127,987 Dover Afb, DE $128,283 Bethany Beach, DE $130,108 Bethel, DE $127,888 Bridgeville, DE $129,244 Camden Wyoming, DE $128,122 Cheswold, DE $127,691

Clayton, DE $127,370 Dagsboro, DE $130,108 Delmar, DE $127,888 Ellendale, DE $129,244 Felton, DE $129,244 Fenwick Island, DE $130,108 Frankford, DE $130,108 Frederica, DE $129,244

Georgetown, DE $129,244 Greenwood, DE $129,244 Harbeson, DE $129,244 Harrington, DE $129,244 Hartly, DE $127,308 Houston, DE $129,244 Kenton, DE $127,370 Laurel, DE $127,888

Yorklyn, DE $126,630

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

Understanding how a Network and 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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$113,577

Average $124,879/year

$135,062

$9,465

Average $10,407/month

$11,255

$2,184

Average $2,402/week

$2,597

$55

Average $60/hour

$65

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$135,062	$11,255	$2,597	$65
Average	$124,879	$10,407	$2,402	$60
25th Percentile	$113,577	$9,465	$2,184	$55

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