What are the main factors that influence a System Development 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 System Development Engineer's salary?

A System Development Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Software Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $87,673, a Software Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $112,823, a System Development Engineer (4-7 years)earns $138,174, a Software Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $159,868, a Software Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $183,766,

What are the highest paying states for a System Development Engineer?

System Development Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for System Development Engineer roles are District of Columbia $147,296, California $146,738, Massachusetts $144,782. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of System Development Engineer roles make?

Salaries for System Development Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Lead System Engineer: $183,762; System Development Manager: $169,346; System Engineer: $118,291; Information System Engineer: $115,997; System Solutions Engineer: $113,479.

System Development Engineer Salary in Hawaii

How much does a System Development Engineer make in Hawaii?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a System Development Engineer in Hawaii is $139,048 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $67.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $161,776
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $128,103 to $150,945
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $118,138

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System Development Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$150,945	$12,579	$2,903	$73
Average	$139,048	$11,587	$2,674	$67
25th Percentile	$128,103	$10,675	$2,464	$62

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Key Factors That Influence System Development Engineer Salaries

A System Development 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 System Development Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a System Development 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): $87,673
Early Career (1-2 years): $112,823
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $138,174
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $159,868
Expert (over 8 years): $183,766

Levels	Salary
Software ... Level System Development Engineer	$87,673
Software ... Level System Development Engineer	$112,823
System De... Level System Development Engineer	$138,174
Software ... Level System Development Engineer	$159,868
Software ... Level System Development Engineer	$183,766

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

District of Columbia: $147,296.
California: $146,738.
Massachusetts: $144,782.

District of Columbia $147,296 California $146,738 Massachusetts $144,782 Washington $144,250 New Jersey $144,197 Alaska $144,010 Connecticut $142,175 New York $141,430

Hawaii $139,048 Rhode Island $137,931 Maryland $137,172 Minnesota $136,135 Colorado $135,736 Illinois $135,603 Oregon $135,097 Delaware $134,725

New Hampshire $134,490 Virginia $133,966 Pennsylvania $132,436 Nevada $131,665 North Dakota $131,412 Michigan $131,013 Wisconsin $130,867 Vermont $130,574

Texas $129,762 Maine $129,709 Arizona $129,629 Ohio $129,536 Georgia $128,312 Indiana $127,700 Wyoming $127,581 Utah $127,394

Iowa $127,314 Kansas $126,676 Louisiana $126,490 North Carolina $126,423 Missouri $126,397 Florida $125,878 Montana $125,598 Nebraska $125,332

Kentucky $125,186 South Carolina $124,654 Tennessee $124,321 Idaho $124,188 New Mexico $123,217 Oklahoma $123,004 Alabama $122,219 South Dakota $120,902

Arkansas $120,184 West Virginia $119,798 Mississippi $118,641

Top Paying Cities for System Development 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:

Aiea: $138,343
Anahola: $137,412
Captain Cook: $137,412

Aiea, HI $138,343 Anahola, HI $137,412 Captain Cook, HI $137,412 Eleele, HI $137,412 Ewa Beach, HI $138,343 Kapolei, HI $138,037 Haiku, HI $137,412 Hakalau, HI $137,412

Haleiwa, HI $137,412 Hana, HI $137,412 Hanalei, HI $137,412 Hanamaulu, HI $137,412 Hanapepe, HI $137,412 Hauula, HI $137,718 Hawaii National Park, HI $137,412 Hawi, HI $137,412

Hilo, HI $137,412 Princeville, HI $137,412 Holualoa, HI $137,412 Honaunau, HI $137,412 Honokaa, HI $137,412 Honomu, HI $137,412 Hoolehua, HI $137,412 Kaaawa, HI $137,971

Kahuku, HI $137,412 Kahului, HI $137,412 Kailua, HI $138,343 Ocean View, HI $137,412 Waikoloa, HI $137,412 Keauhou, HI $137,412 Kailua Kona, HI $137,412 Kalaheo, HI $137,412

Kalaupapa, HI $137,412 Kamuela, HI $137,412 Kaneohe, HI $138,343 Kapaa, HI $137,412 Kaumakani, HI $137,412 Kaunakakai, HI $137,412 Keaau, HI $137,412 Kealakekua, HI $137,412

Kealia, HI $137,412 Kekaha, HI $137,412 Kihei, HI $137,412 Kilauea, HI $137,412 Kapaau, HI $137,412 Koloa, HI $137,412 Kualapuu, HI $137,412 Kunia, HI $137,904

Kurtistown, HI $137,412 Lahaina, HI $137,412 Laie, HI $137,532 Lanai City, HI $137,412 Laupahoehoe, HI $137,412 Lawai, HI $137,412 Lihue, HI $137,412 Makawao, HI $137,412

Makaweli, HI $137,412 Maunaloa, HI $137,412 Mountain View, HI $137,412 Naalehu, HI $137,412 Ninole, HI $137,412 Ookala, HI $137,412 Paauilo, HI $137,412 Pahala, HI $137,412

Pahoa, HI $137,412 Paia, HI $137,412 Papaaloa, HI $137,412 Papaikou, HI $137,412 Pearl City, HI $138,343 Pepeekeo, HI $137,412 Puunene, HI $137,412 Volcano, HI $137,412

Wahiawa, HI $137,904 Pukalani, HI $137,412 Mililani, HI $138,090 Kula, HI $137,412 Waialua, HI $137,412 Waianae, HI $137,532 Wailuku, HI $137,412 Waimanalo, HI $138,343

Waimea, HI $137,412 Waipahu, HI $138,277 Honolulu, HI $138,343 J B P H H, HI $138,343 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $137,971 Schofield Barracks, HI $137,851 Fort Shafter, HI $138,343 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $138,343

Camp H M Smith, HI $138,343 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $138,277 Wake Island, HI $138,343

System Development Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a System Development 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 April 01, 2026

$128,103

Average $139,048/year

$150,945

$10,675

Average $11,587/month

$12,579

$2,464

Average $2,674/week

$2,903

$62

Average $67/hour

$73

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$150,945	$12,579	$2,903	$73
Average	$139,048	$11,587	$2,674	$67
25th Percentile	$128,103	$10,675	$2,464	$62

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