As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Associate Systems Engineer in Philadelphia, PA is $96,422, equivalent to $46 per hour, $1,854 weekly, or $8,035 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 Philadelphia, PA vary widely, spanning from $82,797 to $112,831. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($89,290) and 75th percentile ($105,011), while top earners (90th percentile) make $112,831 per year. This $15,721 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, Philadelphia Associate Systems Engineer often earn 4.8% higher than national averages. However, Philadelphia currently ranks 225 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 $82,797 Philadelphia, PA May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Associate Systems Engineer Salary $89,290 Philadelphia, PA May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Associate Systems Engineer Salary $96,422 Philadelphia, PA May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Associate Systems Engineer Salary $105,011 Philadelphia, PA May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Associate Systems Engineer Salary $112,831 Philadelphia, PA May 01, 2026
25% $89,290 10% $82,797 90% $112,831 75% $105,011 $96,422 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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