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

What industry pays the highest salary for Communication Systems Engineer?

The Insurance industry offers the highest average compensation for Communication Systems Engineer roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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 $75,878, a Case Manager - Behavioral Health Services, Sr. (4-7 years)earns $86,251, a Communication Systems Engineer (7+ years)earns $89,561,

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 $99,456, California $99,079, Massachusetts $97,758. 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: $118,931.

Communication Systems Engineer Salary in Nevada

How much does a Communication Systems Engineer make in Nevada?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Communication Systems Engineer in Nevada is $88,901 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $43.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $107,312
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $79,401 to $98,538
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $70,752

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Communication Systems Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$98,538	$8,212	$1,895	$47
Average	$88,901	$7,408	$1,710	$43
25th Percentile	$79,401	$6,617	$1,527	$38

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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: $99,456.
California: $99,079.
Massachusetts: $97,758.

District of Columbia $99,456 California $99,079 Massachusetts $97,758 Washington $97,399 New Jersey $97,363 Alaska $97,237 Connecticut $95,998 New York $95,495

Hawaii $93,887 Rhode Island $93,132 Maryland $92,620 Minnesota $91,920 Colorado $91,650 Illinois $91,560 Oregon $91,219 Delaware $90,967

New Hampshire $90,809 Virginia $90,455 Pennsylvania $89,422 Nevada $88,901 North Dakota $88,731 Michigan $88,461 Wisconsin $88,363 Vermont $88,165

Texas $87,617 Maine $87,581 Arizona $87,527 Ohio $87,464 Georgia $86,638 Indiana $86,225 Wyoming $86,144 Utah $86,018

Iowa $85,964 Kansas $85,533 Louisiana $85,407 North Carolina $85,362 Missouri $85,344 Florida $84,994 Montana $84,805 Nebraska $84,626

Kentucky $84,527 South Carolina $84,168 Tennessee $83,943 Idaho $83,853 New Mexico $83,197 Oklahoma $83,054 Alabama $82,524 South Dakota $81,635

Arkansas $81,149 West Virginia $80,889 Mississippi $80,107

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:

The Lakes: $87,285
Alamo: $89,823
Henderson: $87,303

The Lakes, NV $87,285 Alamo, NV $89,823 Henderson, NV $87,303 Beatty, NV $89,926 Blue Diamond, NV $87,404 Boulder City, NV $87,515 Bunkerville, NV $89,350 Caliente, NV $89,538

Dyer, NV $89,848 Goldfield, NV $89,807 Hiko, NV $89,630 Indian Springs, NV $88,510 Jean, NV $88,081 Amargosa Valley, NV $89,905 Logandale, NV $89,261 Manhattan, NV $89,963

Mercury, NV $89,648 Mesquite, NV $89,868 Moapa, NV $88,555 Laughlin, NV $89,510 North Las Vegas, NV $87,285 Coyote Springs, NV $89,171 Cal Nev Ari, NV $89,130 Overton, NV $88,308

Pahrump, NV $89,290 Panaca, NV $89,445 Pioche, NV $89,458 Round Mountain, NV $89,842 Searchlight, NV $88,713 Silverpeak, NV $90,121 Tonopah, NV $89,838 Sloan, NV $87,335

Las Vegas, NV $87,285 Nellis Afb, NV $87,285 Ely, NV $89,818 Austin, NV $89,764 Baker, NV $89,433 Duckwater, NV $89,888 Eureka, NV $89,815 Lund, NV $89,810

Mc Gill, NV $89,939 Ruth, NV $90,137 Crystal Bay, NV $90,997 Dayton, NV $89,859 Denio, NV $89,599 Empire, NV $89,826 Fallon, NV $89,981 Fernley, NV $90,046

Gabbs, NV $89,844 Gardnerville, NV $90,062 Genoa, NV $89,905 Gerlach, NV $89,865 Glenbrook, NV $89,993 Golconda, NV $89,801 Hawthorne, NV $89,990 Imlay, NV $89,861

Lovelock, NV $89,980 Luning, NV $90,005 Mc Dermitt, NV $89,550 Mina, NV $89,825 Minden, NV $89,834 Nixon, NV $89,859 Orovada, NV $89,668 Paradise Valley, NV $89,781

Schurz, NV $89,899 Silver City, NV $89,701 Silver Springs, NV $90,021 Smith, NV $89,966 Sparks, NV $90,007 Sun Valley, NV $90,011 Valmy, NV $89,970 Verdi, NV $90,153

Virginia City, NV $89,750 Wadsworth, NV $89,972 Wellington, NV $89,978 Winnemucca, NV $89,910 Yerington, NV $89,947 Zephyr Cove, NV $90,085 Stateline, NV $90,121 Incline Village, NV $90,253

Reno, NV $90,006 Carson City, NV $89,611 Washoe Valley, NV $89,680 Elko, NV $90,011 Spring Creek, NV $90,014 Battle Mountain, NV $89,890 Crescent Valley, NV $89,856 Carlin, NV $89,957

Deeth, NV $89,823 Halleck, NV $89,823 Jackpot, NV $89,090 Jarbidge, NV $89,289 Lamoille, NV $89,876 Montello, NV $89,286 Mountain City, NV $89,543 Owyhee, NV $89,302

Ruby Valley, NV $89,788 Tuscarora, NV $89,722 Wells, NV $89,714 West Wendover, NV $89,793

Communication Systems Engineer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Communication Systems Engineer roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Insurance, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Communication Systems Engineer positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Communication Systems Engineer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Communication Systems Engineer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Insurance	$106,682	$51.0	20%

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 July 01, 2026

$79,401

Average $88,901/year

$98,538

$6,617

Average $7,408/month

$8,212

$1,527

Average $1,710/week

$1,895

$38

Average $43/hour

$47

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$98,538	$8,212	$1,895	$47
Average	$88,901	$7,408	$1,710	$43
25th Percentile	$79,401	$6,617	$1,527	$38

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