What are the main factors that influence a Microsoft Support 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 Microsoft Support Engineer's salary?

A Microsoft Support Engineer's salary grows with experience: starting around $70,097 for beginners, reaching about $75,448 at mid-level, and approach $84,354 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Microsoft Support Engineer?

Microsoft Support Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Microsoft Support Engineer roles are District of Columbia $80,485, California $80,180, Massachusetts $79,111. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Microsoft Support Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Microsoft Support Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Software Engineer Microsoft: $124,117; Microsoft Exchange Engineer: $105,613; Microsoft Software Engineer II: $102,204; Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer: $90,332; Microsoft Network Engineer: $84,796.

Microsoft Support Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Microsoft Support Engineer make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Microsoft Support Engineer in Delaware is $73,616 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $35.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $95,195
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $65,938 to $84,911
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $58,949

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Microsoft Support Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$84,911	$7,076	$1,633	$41
Average	$73,616	$6,135	$1,416	$35
25th Percentile	$65,938	$5,495	$1,268	$32

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Key Factors That Influence Microsoft Support Engineer Salaries

A Microsoft Support 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 Microsoft Support Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Microsoft Support 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): $70,097
Early Career (1-2 years): $70,630
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $75,448
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $83,798
Expert (over 8 years): $84,354

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Microsoft Support Engineer	$70,097
Intermediate Level Microsoft Support Engineer	$70,630
Senior Level Microsoft Support Engineer	$75,448
Specialist Level Microsoft Support Engineer	$83,798
Expert Level Microsoft Support Engineer	$84,354

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

District of Columbia: $80,485.
California: $80,180.
Massachusetts: $79,111.

District of Columbia $80,485 California $80,180 Massachusetts $79,111 Washington $78,821 New Jersey $78,792 Alaska $78,690 Connecticut $77,687 New York $77,280

Hawaii $75,978 Rhode Island $75,368 Maryland $74,953 Minnesota $74,386 Colorado $74,168 Illinois $74,096 Oregon $73,819 Delaware $73,616

New Hampshire $73,488 Virginia $73,201 Pennsylvania $72,365 Nevada $71,944 North Dakota $71,806 Michigan $71,588 Wisconsin $71,508 Vermont $71,348

Texas $70,904 Maine $70,875 Arizona $70,832 Ohio $70,781 Georgia $70,112 Indiana $69,778 Wyoming $69,712 Utah $69,610

Iowa $69,567 Kansas $69,218 Louisiana $69,116 North Carolina $69,080 Missouri $69,065 Florida $68,782 Montana $68,629 Nebraska $68,484

Kentucky $68,404 South Carolina $68,113 Tennessee $67,931 Idaho $67,859 New Mexico $67,328 Oklahoma $67,212 Alabama $66,783 South Dakota $66,063

Arkansas $65,670 West Virginia $65,460 Mississippi $64,827

Top Paying Cities for Microsoft Support 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: $76,189
Little Creek: $75,484
Magnolia: $75,797

Lincoln, DE $76,189 Little Creek, DE $75,484 Magnolia, DE $75,797 Milford, DE $76,189 Marydel, DE $75,200 Millsboro, DE $76,189 Millville, DE $76,698 Milton, DE $76,189

Nassau, DE $76,189 Ocean View, DE $76,698 Rehoboth Beach, DE $76,698 Seaford, DE $75,389 Selbyville, DE $76,698 Smyrna, DE $75,113 Viola, DE $75,797 Woodside, DE $75,578

Bear, DE $74,561 Newark, DE $74,590 Claymont, DE $74,648 Delaware City, DE $74,590 Hockessin, DE $74,648 Kirkwood, DE $74,590 Middletown, DE $74,961 Montchanin, DE $74,648

New Castle, DE $74,648 Odessa, DE $75,062 Port Penn, DE $74,386 Rockland, DE $74,648 Saint Georges, DE $74,590 Townsend, DE $74,953 Winterthur, DE $74,648 Lewes, DE $76,189

Wilmington, DE $74,648 Dover, DE $75,448 Dover Afb, DE $75,622 Bethany Beach, DE $76,698 Bethel, DE $75,389 Bridgeville, DE $76,189 Camden Wyoming, DE $75,528 Cheswold, DE $75,273

Clayton, DE $75,084 Dagsboro, DE $76,698 Delmar, DE $75,389 Ellendale, DE $76,189 Felton, DE $76,189 Fenwick Island, DE $76,698 Frankford, DE $76,698 Frederica, DE $76,189

Georgetown, DE $76,189 Greenwood, DE $76,189 Harbeson, DE $76,189 Harrington, DE $76,189 Hartly, DE $75,048 Houston, DE $76,189 Kenton, DE $75,084 Laurel, DE $75,389

Yorklyn, DE $74,648

Microsoft Support Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Microsoft Support 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 April 01, 2026

$65,938

Average $73,616/year

$84,911

$5,495

Average $6,135/month

$7,076

$1,268

Average $1,416/week

$1,633

$32

Average $35/hour

$41

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$84,911	$7,076	$1,633	$41
Average	$73,616	$6,135	$1,416	$35
25th Percentile	$65,938	$5,495	$1,268	$32

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