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

A Network Systems Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Network Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $79,135, a Network Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $94,411, a Network Systems Engineer (4-7 years)earns $114,208, a Network Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $134,212, a Network Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $153,670,

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

Network Systems Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Network Systems Engineer roles are District of Columbia $124,192, California $123,721, Massachusetts $122,072. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Network Systems Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Network Engineer VI: $191,653; Network Engineer V: $153,167; Network Engineer - Project Lead: $133,780; Network and Systems Engineer: $123,317; Senior Network Engineer: $113,890.

Network Systems Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Network Systems Engineer make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Network Systems Engineer in Delaware is $113,593 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $55.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $128,993
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $104,741 to $121,654
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $96,681

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Network Systems Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$121,654	$10,138	$2,339	$58
Average	$113,593	$9,466	$2,184	$55
25th Percentile	$104,741	$8,728	$2,014	$50

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Key Factors That Influence Network Systems Engineer Salaries

A Network 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 Network Systems Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Network 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): $79,135
Early Career (1-2 years): $94,411
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $114,208
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $134,212
Expert (over 8 years): $153,670

Levels	Salary
Network E... Level Network Systems Engineer	$79,135
Network E... Level Network Systems Engineer	$94,411
Network S... Level Network Systems Engineer	$114,208
Network E... Level Network Systems Engineer	$134,212
Network E... Level Network Systems Engineer	$153,670

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

District of Columbia: $124,192.
California: $123,721.
Massachusetts: $122,072.

District of Columbia $124,192 California $123,721 Massachusetts $122,072 Washington $121,624 New Jersey $121,579 Alaska $121,422 Connecticut $119,874 New York $119,246

Hawaii $117,238 Rhode Island $116,296 Maryland $115,656 Minnesota $114,782 Colorado $114,445 Illinois $114,333 Oregon $113,907 Delaware $113,593

New Hampshire $113,395 Virginia $112,953 Pennsylvania $111,663 Nevada $111,013 North Dakota $110,800 Michigan $110,463 Wisconsin $110,340 Vermont $110,093

Texas $109,409 Maine $109,364 Arizona $109,296 Ohio $109,218 Georgia $108,186 Indiana $107,670 Wyoming $107,569 Utah $107,412

Iowa $107,345 Kansas $106,806 Louisiana $106,649 North Carolina $106,593 Missouri $106,571 Florida $106,133 Montana $105,898 Nebraska $105,673

Kentucky $105,550 South Carolina $105,101 Tennessee $104,821 Idaho $104,709 New Mexico $103,890 Oklahoma $103,711 Alabama $103,049 South Dakota $101,938

Arkansas $101,333 West Virginia $101,007 Mississippi $100,031

Top Paying Cities for Network 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: $113,081
Little Creek: $113,909
Magnolia: $113,745

Lincoln, DE $113,081 Little Creek, DE $113,909 Magnolia, DE $113,745 Milford, DE $113,368 Marydel, DE $113,554 Millsboro, DE $112,607 Millville, DE $112,780 Milton, DE $112,976

Nassau, DE $113,057 Ocean View, DE $112,761 Rehoboth Beach, DE $112,978 Seaford, DE $113,042 Selbyville, DE $112,574 Smyrna, DE $113,987 Viola, DE $113,462 Woodside, DE $113,768

Bear, DE $113,505 Newark, DE $113,462 Claymont, DE $113,695 Delaware City, DE $113,576 Hockessin, DE $113,452 Kirkwood, DE $113,554 Middletown, DE $113,598 Montchanin, DE $113,478

New Castle, DE $113,495 Odessa, DE $113,654 Port Penn, DE $113,731 Rockland, DE $113,489 Saint Georges, DE $113,562 Townsend, DE $113,737 Winterthur, DE $113,503 Lewes, DE $113,019

Wilmington, DE $113,458 Dover, DE $113,909 Dover Afb, DE $113,309 Bethany Beach, DE $112,642 Bethel, DE $112,759 Bridgeville, DE $113,025 Camden Wyoming, DE $113,588 Cheswold, DE $113,872

Clayton, DE $113,875 Dagsboro, DE $112,564 Delmar, DE $112,383 Ellendale, DE $112,724 Felton, DE $113,359 Fenwick Island, DE $112,589 Frankford, DE $112,392 Frederica, DE $113,471

Georgetown, DE $112,521 Greenwood, DE $113,043 Harbeson, DE $112,641 Harrington, DE $113,216 Hartly, DE $113,568 Houston, DE $113,054 Kenton, DE $113,881 Laurel, DE $112,454

Yorklyn, DE $113,486

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

Understanding how a Network 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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$104,741

Average $113,593/year

$121,654

$8,728

Average $9,466/month

$10,138

$2,014

Average $2,184/week

$2,339

$50

Average $55/hour

$58

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$121,654	$10,138	$2,339	$58
Average	$113,593	$9,466	$2,184	$55
25th Percentile	$104,741	$8,728	$2,014	$50

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