Engineering Support Salary in the United States

How much does an Engineering Support make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for an Engineering Support in the United States is $118,114 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $57.

However, an Engineering Support's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $138,733
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $109,046 to $128,907
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $100,790
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Engineering Support Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $128,907 $10,742 $2,479 $62
Average $118,114 $9,843 $2,271 $57
25th Percentile $109,046 $9,087 $2,097 $52
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Key Factors That Influence Engineering Support Salaries

An Engineering Support'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Engineering Support Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Engineering Support'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): $113,251
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $113,929
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $115,286
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $120,495
  • Expert (over 8 years): $123,352
Levels Salary
Entry Level Engineering Support$113,251
Intermediate Level Engineering Support$113,929
Senior Level Engineering Support$115,286
Specialist Level Engineering Support$120,495
Expert Level Engineering Support$123,352
$113,251 0 yr
$113,929 < 2 yrs
$115,286 2-4 yrs
$120,495 5-8 yrs
$123,352 > 8 yrs
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How Do Engineering Support 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 Engineering Supports. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $130,776.
  • California: $130,280.
  • Massachusetts: $128,543.

Top Paying Cities for Engineering Supports

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:

  • San Jose: $148,977
  • San Francisco: $147,513
  • Oakland: $144,241

What Skills Can Increase an Engineering Support's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 7.66% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • Python (Mentioned in 2.51% Job Postings): Applying the concepts and algorithms of Python to design, develop and maintain software applications to comply with business requirements.
  • Kubernetes (Mentioned in 1.73% Job Postings): Applying Kubernetes to automate deployment, scaling, and management of containerized applications.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Analysis 7.66%
Python 2.51%
Kubernetes 1.73%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on an Engineering Support's salary.
  • Kubernetes: Can increase your salary by up to 2%.
  • Agile: Can increase your salary by up to 2%.
  • DevOps: Can increase your salary by up to 2%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Kubernetes
$120,476
2%
Agile
$120,476
2%
DevOps
$120,476
2%
Systems Architecture
$120,476
2%
AWS
$120,476
2%
Risk Management
$120,476
2%
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How Education impacts an Engineering Support's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Engineering Supports enter the field with a No Diploma degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Engineering Support with a No Diploma is between $110,741 and $116,673).

Engineering Support Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Engineering Support
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.9%
High School 22.2%
Associates 5.6%
Bachelors 55.6%
Masters 14.8%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Engineering Support Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Engineering Support'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 January 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Engineering Support

Salaries for an Engineering Support can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $118,914 in 2023 to around $119,342 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Engineering Support salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Engineering Support Over Time

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$118,914
2024
$120,562
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2024 $120,562
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