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

A Communication Systems Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Case Manager - Behavioral Health Services (2-4 years)earns $77,628, a Case Manager - Behavioral Health Services, Sr. (4-7 years)earns $88,245, a Communication Systems Engineer (7+ years)earns $91,642,

What are the highest paying states for a Communication Systems Engineer?

Communication Systems Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Communication Systems Engineer roles are District of Columbia $99,460, California $99,083, Massachusetts $97,762. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Communication Systems Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Communication Systems Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Electronic Systems Engineer VI: $221,500; Electronic Systems Engineer V: $169,263; Electronic Systems Engineer IV: $143,790; Electronic Systems Engineer III: $120,790; Systems Engineer: $118,932.

Communication Systems Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Communication Systems Engineer make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Communication Systems Engineer in Delaware is $90,971 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $44.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $109,930
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $81,319 to $100,895
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $72,531

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Communication Systems Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$100,895	$8,408	$1,940	$49
Average	$90,971	$7,581	$1,749	$44
25th Percentile	$81,319	$6,777	$1,564	$39

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Key Factors That Influence Communication Systems Engineer Salaries

A Communication 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 Do Communication 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 Communication Systems Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $99,460.
California: $99,083.
Massachusetts: $97,762.

District of Columbia $99,460 California $99,083 Massachusetts $97,762 Washington $97,403 New Jersey $97,367 Alaska $97,241 Connecticut $96,002 New York $95,499

Hawaii $93,891 Rhode Island $93,136 Maryland $92,624 Minnesota $91,923 Colorado $91,654 Illinois $91,564 Oregon $91,223 Delaware $90,971

New Hampshire $90,813 Virginia $90,459 Pennsylvania $89,426 Nevada $88,905 North Dakota $88,734 Michigan $88,465 Wisconsin $88,366 Vermont $88,169

Texas $87,621 Maine $87,585 Arizona $87,531 Ohio $87,468 Georgia $86,641 Indiana $86,228 Wyoming $86,147 Utah $86,022

Iowa $85,968 Kansas $85,537 Louisiana $85,411 North Carolina $85,366 Missouri $85,348 Florida $84,998 Montana $84,809 Nebraska $84,629

Kentucky $84,530 South Carolina $84,171 Tennessee $83,947 Idaho $83,857 New Mexico $83,201 Oklahoma $83,057 Alabama $82,527 South Dakota $81,638

Arkansas $81,153 West Virginia $80,892 Mississippi $80,111

Top Paying Cities for Communication 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: $90,562
Little Creek: $91,225
Magnolia: $91,093

Lincoln, DE $90,562 Little Creek, DE $91,225 Magnolia, DE $91,093 Milford, DE $90,792 Marydel, DE $90,941 Millsboro, DE $90,182 Millville, DE $90,321 Milton, DE $90,477

Nassau, DE $90,543 Ocean View, DE $90,306 Rehoboth Beach, DE $90,479 Seaford, DE $90,530 Selbyville, DE $90,156 Smyrna, DE $91,287 Viola, DE $90,867 Woodside, DE $91,111

Bear, DE $90,901 Newark, DE $90,867 Claymont, DE $91,053 Delaware City, DE $90,958 Hockessin, DE $90,859 Kirkwood, DE $90,941 Middletown, DE $90,976 Montchanin, DE $90,880

New Castle, DE $90,893 Odessa, DE $91,021 Port Penn, DE $91,082 Rockland, DE $90,889 Saint Georges, DE $90,947 Townsend, DE $91,087 Winterthur, DE $90,899 Lewes, DE $90,512

Wilmington, DE $90,863 Dover, DE $91,225 Dover Afb, DE $90,744 Bethany Beach, DE $90,210 Bethel, DE $90,304 Bridgeville, DE $90,517 Camden Wyoming, DE $90,968 Cheswold, DE $91,195

Clayton, DE $91,198 Dagsboro, DE $90,148 Delmar, DE $90,003 Ellendale, DE $90,276 Felton, DE $90,784 Fenwick Island, DE $90,167 Frankford, DE $90,010 Frederica, DE $90,874

Georgetown, DE $90,113 Greenwood, DE $90,531 Harbeson, DE $90,209 Harrington, DE $90,669 Hartly, DE $90,951 Houston, DE $90,540 Kenton, DE $91,202 Laurel, DE $90,059

Yorklyn, DE $90,886

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

Understanding how a Communication 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.

Last Updated on June 01, 2026

$81,319

Average $90,971/year

$100,895

$6,777

Average $7,581/month

$8,408

$1,564

Average $1,749/week

$1,940

$39

Average $44/hour

$49

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$100,895	$8,408	$1,940	$49
Average	$90,971	$7,581	$1,749	$44
25th Percentile	$81,319	$6,777	$1,564	$39

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