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

A Computer System Validation Engineer's salary grows with experience: starting around $111,049 for beginners, reaching about $112,844 at mid-level, and approach $120,023 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Computer System Validation Engineer?

Computer System Validation Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Computer System Validation Engineer roles are District of Columbia $124,683, California $124,210, Massachusetts $122,555. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Computer System Validation Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Computer System Validation Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Computer System Validation Specialist: $147,460; Computer Systems Validation Specialist: $142,521; Specialist Validation Engineer: $138,500; Senior Validation Engineer: $114,500; Computer System Analyst: $111,413.

Computer System Validation Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Computer System Validation Engineer make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Computer System Validation Engineer in Delaware is $114,041 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $55.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $130,883
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $105,425 to $122,857
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $97,581

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Computer System Validation Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$122,857	$10,238	$2,363	$59
Average	$114,041	$9,503	$2,193	$55
25th Percentile	$105,425	$8,785	$2,027	$51

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Key Factors That Influence Computer System Validation Engineer Salaries

A Computer System Validation 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 Computer System Validation Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Computer System Validation 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): $111,049
Early Career (1-2 years): $111,647
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $112,844
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $117,473
Expert (over 8 years): $120,023

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Computer System Validation Engineer	$111,049
Intermediate Level Computer System Validation Engineer	$111,647
Senior Level Computer System Validation Engineer	$112,844
Specialist Level Computer System Validation Engineer	$117,473
Expert Level Computer System Validation Engineer	$120,023

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

District of Columbia: $124,683.
California: $124,210.
Massachusetts: $122,555.

District of Columbia $124,683 California $124,210 Massachusetts $122,555 Washington $122,104 New Jersey $122,059 Alaska $121,901 Connecticut $120,347 New York $119,717

Hawaii $117,701 Rhode Island $116,755 Maryland $116,113 Minnesota $115,235 Colorado $114,897 Illinois $114,784 Oregon $114,356 Delaware $114,041

New Hampshire $113,843 Virginia $113,399 Pennsylvania $112,104 Nevada $111,451 North Dakota $111,237 Michigan $110,899 Wisconsin $110,775 Vermont $110,528

Texas $109,841 Maine $109,796 Arizona $109,728 Ohio $109,649 Georgia $108,613 Indiana $108,095 Wyoming $107,994 Utah $107,836

Iowa $107,769 Kansas $107,228 Louisiana $107,071 North Carolina $107,014 Missouri $106,992 Florida $106,553 Montana $106,316 Nebraska $106,091

Kentucky $105,967 South Carolina $105,517 Tennessee $105,235 Idaho $105,122 New Mexico $104,300 Oklahoma $104,120 Alabama $103,456 South Dakota $102,341

Arkansas $101,733 West Virginia $101,406 Mississippi $100,426

Top Paying Cities for Computer System Validation 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: $118,028
Little Creek: $116,935
Magnolia: $117,419

Lincoln, DE $118,028 Little Creek, DE $116,935 Magnolia, DE $117,419 Milford, DE $118,028 Marydel, DE $116,496 Millsboro, DE $118,028 Millville, DE $118,816 Milton, DE $118,028

Nassau, DE $118,028 Ocean View, DE $118,816 Rehoboth Beach, DE $118,816 Seaford, DE $116,789 Selbyville, DE $118,816 Smyrna, DE $116,361 Viola, DE $117,419 Woodside, DE $117,082

Bear, DE $115,505 Newark, DE $115,550 Claymont, DE $115,640 Delaware City, DE $115,550 Hockessin, DE $115,640 Kirkwood, DE $115,550 Middletown, DE $116,124 Montchanin, DE $115,640

New Castle, DE $115,640 Odessa, DE $116,282 Port Penn, DE $115,235 Rockland, DE $115,640 Saint Georges, DE $115,550 Townsend, DE $116,113 Winterthur, DE $115,640 Lewes, DE $118,028

Wilmington, DE $115,640 Dover, DE $116,879 Dover Afb, DE $117,149 Bethany Beach, DE $118,816 Bethel, DE $116,789 Bridgeville, DE $118,028 Camden Wyoming, DE $117,003 Cheswold, DE $116,609

Clayton, DE $116,316 Dagsboro, DE $118,816 Delmar, DE $116,789 Ellendale, DE $118,028 Felton, DE $118,028 Fenwick Island, DE $118,816 Frankford, DE $118,816 Frederica, DE $118,028

Georgetown, DE $118,028 Greenwood, DE $118,028 Harbeson, DE $118,028 Harrington, DE $118,028 Hartly, DE $116,260 Houston, DE $118,028 Kenton, DE $116,316 Laurel, DE $116,789

Yorklyn, DE $115,640

Computer System Validation Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Computer System Validation 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 January 01, 2026

$105,425

Average $114,041/year

$122,857

$8,785

Average $9,503/month

$10,238

$2,027

Average $2,193/week

$2,363

$51

Average $55/hour

$59

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$122,857	$10,238	$2,363	$59
Average	$114,041	$9,503	$2,193	$55
25th Percentile	$105,425	$8,785	$2,027	$51

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