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

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Network Operations Engineer?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Network Operations Engineer roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

How does experience change A Network Operations Engineer's salary?

A Network Operations Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Network Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $78,283, a Network Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $93,395, a Network Operations Engineer (4-7 years)earns $112,980, a Network Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $132,775, a Network Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $152,021,

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

Network Operations Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Network Operations Engineer roles are District of Columbia $124,217, California $123,746, Massachusetts $122,096. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Network Operations Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Network Operations Director: $187,167; Network Operations Analyst: $167,624; Network Operations Senior Manager: $158,626; Network Operations Lead: $138,287; Network Operations Manager: $134,448.

Network Operations Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Network Operations Engineer make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Network Operations Engineer in Delaware is $113,615 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $55.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $130,114
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $105,574 to $122,251
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $98,253

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Network Operations Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$122,251	$10,188	$2,351	$59
Average	$113,615	$9,468	$2,185	$55
25th Percentile	$105,574	$8,798	$2,030	$51

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Key Factors That Influence Network Operations Engineer Salaries

A Network Operations 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 Operations Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Network Operations 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): $78,283
Early Career (1-2 years): $93,395
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $112,980
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $132,775
Expert (over 8 years): $152,021

Levels	Salary
Network E... Level Network Operations Engineer	$78,283
Network E... Level Network Operations Engineer	$93,395
Network O... Level Network Operations Engineer	$112,980
Network E... Level Network Operations Engineer	$132,775
Network E... Level Network Operations Engineer	$152,021

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

District of Columbia: $124,217.
California: $123,746.
Massachusetts: $122,096.

District of Columbia $124,217 California $123,746 Massachusetts $122,096 Washington $121,648 New Jersey $121,603 Alaska $121,446 Connecticut $119,897 New York $119,269

Hawaii $117,261 Rhode Island $116,319 Maryland $115,679 Minnesota $114,804 Colorado $114,467 Illinois $114,355 Oregon $113,929 Delaware $113,615

New Hampshire $113,417 Virginia $112,975 Pennsylvania $111,685 Nevada $111,034 North Dakota $110,821 Michigan $110,485 Wisconsin $110,361 Vermont $110,114

Texas $109,430 Maine $109,385 Arizona $109,318 Ohio $109,239 Georgia $108,207 Indiana $107,691 Wyoming $107,590 Utah $107,433

Iowa $107,366 Kansas $106,827 Louisiana $106,670 North Carolina $106,614 Missouri $106,592 Florida $106,154 Montana $105,919 Nebraska $105,694

Kentucky $105,571 South Carolina $105,122 Tennessee $104,842 Idaho $104,729 New Mexico $103,910 Oklahoma $103,731 Alabama $103,069 South Dakota $101,958

Arkansas $101,352 West Virginia $101,027 Mississippi $100,051

Top Paying Cities for Network Operations 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: $113,103
Little Creek: $113,931
Magnolia: $113,767

Lincoln, DE $113,103 Little Creek, DE $113,931 Magnolia, DE $113,767 Milford, DE $113,390 Marydel, DE $113,577 Millsboro, DE $112,629 Millville, DE $112,803 Milton, DE $112,998

Nassau, DE $113,080 Ocean View, DE $112,783 Rehoboth Beach, DE $113,000 Seaford, DE $113,064 Selbyville, DE $112,596 Smyrna, DE $114,010 Viola, DE $113,485 Woodside, DE $113,790

Bear, DE $113,527 Newark, DE $113,485 Claymont, DE $113,717 Delaware City, DE $113,598 Hockessin, DE $113,475 Kirkwood, DE $113,577 Middletown, DE $113,620 Montchanin, DE $113,500

New Castle, DE $113,517 Odessa, DE $113,677 Port Penn, DE $113,753 Rockland, DE $113,512 Saint Georges, DE $113,585 Townsend, DE $113,760 Winterthur, DE $113,525 Lewes, DE $113,042

Wilmington, DE $113,480 Dover, DE $113,931 Dover Afb, DE $113,331 Bethany Beach, DE $112,665 Bethel, DE $112,781 Bridgeville, DE $113,047 Camden Wyoming, DE $113,610 Cheswold, DE $113,894

Clayton, DE $113,898 Dagsboro, DE $112,586 Delmar, DE $112,405 Ellendale, DE $112,746 Felton, DE $113,381 Fenwick Island, DE $112,611 Frankford, DE $112,414 Frederica, DE $113,494

Georgetown, DE $112,543 Greenwood, DE $113,065 Harbeson, DE $112,663 Harrington, DE $113,238 Hartly, DE $113,590 Houston, DE $113,076 Kenton, DE $113,903 Laurel, DE $112,476

Yorklyn, DE $113,508

Network Operations Engineer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Network Operations Engineer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 130% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Network Operations Engineer positions in Transportation or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Network Operations Engineer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Network Operations Engineer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$170,422	$82.0	50%
Internet	$159,061	$76.0	40%
Pharmaceuticals	$153,380	$74.0	35%
Financial Services	$147,699	$71.0	30%
Biotechnology	$142,019	$68.0	25%

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

Understanding how a Network Operations 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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$105,574

Average $113,615/year

$122,251

$8,798

Average $9,468/month

$10,188

$2,030

Average $2,185/week

$2,351

$51

Average $55/hour

$59

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$122,251	$10,188	$2,351	$59
Average	$113,615	$9,468	$2,185	$55
25th Percentile	$105,574	$8,798	$2,030	$51

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