As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Associate Systems Engineer in Buffalo, NY is $89,392, equivalent to $43 per hour, $1,719 weekly, or $7,449 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Associate Systems Engineer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Associate Systems Engineer in Buffalo, NY vary widely, spanning from $76,725 to $104,583. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($82,762) and 75th percentile ($97,343), while top earners (90th percentile) make $104,583 per year. This $14,581 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Active Directory, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Buffalo Associate Systems Engineer often earn 9.0% lower than national averages. However, Buffalo currently ranks 478 statewide for Associate Systems Engineer job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Associate Systems Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Associate Systems Engineer Salary $76,725 Buffalo, NY June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Associate Systems Engineer Salary $82,762 Buffalo, NY June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Associate Systems Engineer Salary $89,392 Buffalo, NY June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Associate Systems Engineer Salary $97,343 Buffalo, NY June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Associate Systems Engineer Salary $104,583 Buffalo, NY June 01, 2026
25% $82,762 10% $76,725 90% $104,583 75% $97,343 $89,392 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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