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

A Linux Systems Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Software Systems Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $83,063, a Software Systems Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $102,000, a Linux Systems Engineer (4-7 years)earns $118,357, a Software Systems Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $144,824, a Software Systems Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $165,983,

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

Linux Systems Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Linux Systems Engineer roles are District of Columbia $128,656, California $128,167, Massachusetts $126,459. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Linux Systems Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Linux Engineer: $137,397; Linux System Engineer: $113,843; Linux Support Engineer: $96,093; Senior Linux Systems Administrator: $95,545; Senior Linux Engineer: $94,879.

Linux Systems Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Linux Systems Engineer make in Delaware?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for a Linux Systems Engineer in Delaware is $117,675 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $57.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $136,792
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $107,844 to $127,681
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $98,894

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Linux Systems Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$127,681	$10,640	$2,455	$61
Average	$117,675	$9,806	$2,263	$57
25th Percentile	$107,844	$8,987	$2,074	$52

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Key Factors That Influence Linux Systems Engineer Salaries

A Linux 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 Experience Level Affects Linux Systems Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Linux Systems 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): $83,063
Early Career (1-2 years): $102,000
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $118,357
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $144,824
Expert (over 8 years): $165,983

Levels	Salary
Software ... Level Linux Systems Engineer	$83,063
Software ... Level Linux Systems Engineer	$102,000
Linux Sys... Level Linux Systems Engineer	$118,357
Software ... Level Linux Systems Engineer	$144,824
Software ... Level Linux Systems Engineer	$165,983

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

District of Columbia: $128,656.
California: $128,167.
Massachusetts: $126,459.

District of Columbia $128,656 California $128,167 Massachusetts $126,459 Washington $125,995 New Jersey $125,948 Alaska $125,785 Connecticut $124,182 New York $123,531

Hawaii $121,451 Rhode Island $120,475 Maryland $119,813 Minnesota $118,906 Colorado $118,558 Illinois $118,442 Oregon $118,000 Delaware $117,675

New Hampshire $117,470 Virginia $117,012 Pennsylvania $115,676 Nevada $115,002 North Dakota $114,781 Michigan $114,433 Wisconsin $114,305 Vermont $114,049

Texas $113,341 Maine $113,294 Arizona $113,224 Ohio $113,143 Georgia $112,074 Indiana $111,539 Wyoming $111,435 Utah $111,272

Iowa $111,202 Kansas $110,645 Louisiana $110,482 North Carolina $110,424 Missouri $110,401 Florida $109,947 Montana $109,703 Nebraska $109,471

Kentucky $109,343 South Carolina $108,878 Tennessee $108,588 Idaho $108,472 New Mexico $107,624 Oklahoma $107,438 Alabama $106,752 South Dakota $105,602

Arkansas $104,974 West Virginia $104,637 Mississippi $103,626

Top Paying Cities for Linux 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: $121,788
Little Creek: $120,661
Magnolia: $121,161

Lincoln, DE $121,788 Little Creek, DE $120,661 Magnolia, DE $121,161 Milford, DE $121,788 Marydel, DE $120,208 Millsboro, DE $121,788 Millville, DE $122,602 Milton, DE $121,788

Nassau, DE $121,788 Ocean View, DE $122,602 Rehoboth Beach, DE $122,602 Seaford, DE $120,510 Selbyville, DE $122,602 Smyrna, DE $120,068 Viola, DE $121,161 Woodside, DE $120,812

Bear, DE $119,185 Newark, DE $119,232 Claymont, DE $119,325 Delaware City, DE $119,232 Hockessin, DE $119,325 Kirkwood, DE $119,232 Middletown, DE $119,824 Montchanin, DE $119,325

New Castle, DE $119,325 Odessa, DE $119,987 Port Penn, DE $118,906 Rockland, DE $119,325 Saint Georges, DE $119,232 Townsend, DE $119,813 Winterthur, DE $119,325 Lewes, DE $121,788

Wilmington, DE $119,325 Dover, DE $120,603 Dover Afb, DE $120,882 Bethany Beach, DE $122,602 Bethel, DE $120,510 Bridgeville, DE $121,788 Camden Wyoming, DE $120,731 Cheswold, DE $120,324

Clayton, DE $120,022 Dagsboro, DE $122,602 Delmar, DE $120,510 Ellendale, DE $121,788 Felton, DE $121,788 Fenwick Island, DE $122,602 Frankford, DE $122,602 Frederica, DE $121,788

Georgetown, DE $121,788 Greenwood, DE $121,788 Harbeson, DE $121,788 Harrington, DE $121,788 Hartly, DE $119,964 Houston, DE $121,788 Kenton, DE $120,022 Laurel, DE $120,510

Yorklyn, DE $119,325

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

Understanding how a Linux 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.

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$107,844

Average $117,675/year

$127,681

$8,987

Average $9,806/month

$10,640

$2,074

Average $2,263/week

$2,455

$52

Average $57/hour

$61

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$127,681	$10,640	$2,455	$61
Average	$117,675	$9,806	$2,263	$57
25th Percentile	$107,844	$8,987	$2,074	$52

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