What are the main factors that influence a Cisco Software 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 Cisco Software Engineer's salary?

A Cisco Software Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Package Designer II (2-4 years)earns $75,046, a Package Designer III (4-7 years)earns $96,000, a Cisco Software Engineer (7+ years)earns $117,178, a Package Design Manager (7+ years)earns $130,978, a Package Design Senior Manager (7+ years)earns $164,691,

What are the highest paying states for a Cisco Software Engineer?

Cisco Software Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Cisco Software Engineer roles are District of Columbia $127,291, California $126,809, Massachusetts $125,119. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Cisco Software Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Cisco Software Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Software Engineer III: $128,698; Cisco Engineer: $117,688; Software Engineer II: $105,086; Cisco Systems Engineer: $85,201; Cisco Meraki Network Support Engineer: $83,685.

Cisco Software Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Cisco Software Engineer make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Cisco Software Engineer in Delaware is $116,427 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $56.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $135,060
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $105,615 to $126,180
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $95,772

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Cisco Software Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$126,180	$10,515	$2,427	$61
Average	$116,427	$9,702	$2,239	$56
25th Percentile	$105,615	$8,801	$2,031	$51

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Key Factors That Influence Cisco Software Engineer Salaries

A Cisco Software 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 Cisco Software Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Cisco Software 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): $75,046
Early Career (1-2 years): $96,000
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $117,178
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $130,978
Expert (over 8 years): $164,691

Levels	Salary
Package D... Level Cisco Software Engineer	$75,046
Package D... Level Cisco Software Engineer	$96,000
Cisco Sof... Level Cisco Software Engineer	$117,178
Package D... Level Cisco Software Engineer	$130,978
Package D... Level Cisco Software Engineer	$164,691

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

District of Columbia: $127,291.
California: $126,809.
Massachusetts: $125,119.

District of Columbia $127,291 California $126,809 Massachusetts $125,119 Washington $124,659 New Jersey $124,613 Alaska $124,452 Connecticut $122,865 New York $122,221

Hawaii $120,164 Rhode Island $119,198 Maryland $118,542 Minnesota $117,646 Colorado $117,301 Illinois $117,186 Oregon $116,749 Delaware $116,427

New Hampshire $116,225 Virginia $115,772 Pennsylvania $114,450 Nevada $113,783 North Dakota $113,564 Michigan $113,220 Wisconsin $113,093 Vermont $112,840

Texas $112,139 Maine $112,093 Arizona $112,024 Ohio $111,943 Georgia $110,886 Indiana $110,357 Wyoming $110,253 Utah $110,092

Iowa $110,023 Kansas $109,472 Louisiana $109,311 North Carolina $109,253 Missouri $109,230 Florida $108,782 Montana $108,540 Nebraska $108,310

Kentucky $108,184 South Carolina $107,724 Tennessee $107,437 Idaho $107,322 New Mexico $106,482 Oklahoma $106,298 Alabama $105,620 South Dakota $104,482

Arkansas $103,861 West Virginia $103,528 Mississippi $102,528

Top Paying Cities for Cisco Software 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: $120,497
Little Creek: $119,382
Magnolia: $119,876

Lincoln, DE $120,497 Little Creek, DE $119,382 Magnolia, DE $119,876 Milford, DE $120,497 Marydel, DE $118,933 Millsboro, DE $120,497 Millville, DE $121,302 Milton, DE $120,497

Nassau, DE $120,497 Ocean View, DE $121,302 Rehoboth Beach, DE $121,302 Seaford, DE $119,232 Selbyville, DE $121,302 Smyrna, DE $118,795 Viola, DE $119,876 Woodside, DE $119,531

Bear, DE $117,922 Newark, DE $117,968 Claymont, DE $118,060 Delaware City, DE $117,968 Hockessin, DE $118,060 Kirkwood, DE $117,968 Middletown, DE $118,554 Montchanin, DE $118,060

New Castle, DE $118,060 Odessa, DE $118,715 Port Penn, DE $117,646 Rockland, DE $118,060 Saint Georges, DE $117,968 Townsend, DE $118,542 Winterthur, DE $118,060 Lewes, DE $120,497

Wilmington, DE $118,060 Dover, DE $119,324 Dover Afb, DE $119,600 Bethany Beach, DE $121,302 Bethel, DE $119,232 Bridgeville, DE $120,497 Camden Wyoming, DE $119,451 Cheswold, DE $119,048

Clayton, DE $118,749 Dagsboro, DE $121,302 Delmar, DE $119,232 Ellendale, DE $120,497 Felton, DE $120,497 Fenwick Island, DE $121,302 Frankford, DE $121,302 Frederica, DE $120,497

Georgetown, DE $120,497 Greenwood, DE $120,497 Harbeson, DE $120,497 Harrington, DE $120,497 Hartly, DE $118,692 Houston, DE $120,497 Kenton, DE $118,749 Laurel, DE $119,232

Yorklyn, DE $118,060

Cisco Software Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Cisco Software 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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$105,615

Average $116,427/year

$126,180

$8,801

Average $9,702/month

$10,515

$2,031

Average $2,239/week

$2,427

$51

Average $56/hour

$61

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$126,180	$10,515	$2,427	$61
Average	$116,427	$9,702	$2,239	$56
25th Percentile	$105,615	$8,801	$2,031	$51

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