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

A Cisco Systems Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Cisco Systems Engineer (0-2 years)earns $88,344, a Software Systems Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $108,482, a Software Systems Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $125,861, a Software Systems Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $154,033, a Software Systems Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $176,511,

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

Cisco Systems Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Cisco Systems Engineer roles are District of Columbia $94,339, California $93,981, Massachusetts $92,729. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Cisco Systems Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Cisco Consultant: $121,083; Systems Engineer: $118,932; Cisco Engineer: $117,690; Cisco Software Engineer: $114,984; Associate Systems Engineer: $92,429.

Cisco Systems Engineer Salary in Hawaii

How much does a Cisco Systems Engineer make in Hawaii?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Cisco Systems Engineer in Hawaii is $89,056 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $43.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $107,573
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $81,427 to $98,749
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $74,482

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Cisco Systems Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$98,749	$8,229	$1,899	$47
Average	$89,056	$7,421	$1,713	$43
25th Percentile	$81,427	$6,786	$1,566	$39

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Key Factors That Influence Cisco Systems Engineer Salaries

A Cisco 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 Cisco Systems Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Cisco 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): $88,344
Early Career (1-2 years): $108,482
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $125,861
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $154,033
Expert (over 8 years): $176,511

Levels	Salary
Cisco Sys... Level Cisco Systems Engineer	$88,344
Software ... Level Cisco Systems Engineer	$108,482
Software ... Level Cisco Systems Engineer	$125,861
Software ... Level Cisco Systems Engineer	$154,033
Software ... Level Cisco Systems Engineer	$176,511

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

District of Columbia: $94,339.
California: $93,981.
Massachusetts: $92,729.

District of Columbia $94,339 California $93,981 Massachusetts $92,729 Washington $92,388 New Jersey $92,354 Alaska $92,235 Connecticut $91,059 New York $90,582

Hawaii $89,056 Rhode Island $88,341 Maryland $87,855 Minnesota $87,190 Colorado $86,935 Illinois $86,850 Oregon $86,526 Delaware $86,287

New Hampshire $86,137 Virginia $85,802 Pennsylvania $84,822 Nevada $84,328 North Dakota $84,166 Michigan $83,910 Wisconsin $83,816 Vermont $83,629

Texas $83,109 Maine $83,075 Arizona $83,024 Ohio $82,964 Georgia $82,180 Indiana $81,788 Wyoming $81,712 Utah $81,592

Iowa $81,541 Kansas $81,132 Louisiana $81,013 North Carolina $80,971 Missouri $80,953 Florida $80,621 Montana $80,442 Nebraska $80,272

Kentucky $80,178 South Carolina $79,837 Tennessee $79,624 Idaho $79,539 New Mexico $78,917 Oklahoma $78,781 Alabama $78,278 South Dakota $77,434

Arkansas $76,974 West Virginia $76,727 Mississippi $75,986

Top Paying Cities for Cisco 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:

Aiea: $88,574
Anahola: $87,413
Captain Cook: $87,325

Aiea, HI $88,574 Anahola, HI $87,413 Captain Cook, HI $87,325 Eleele, HI $87,590 Ewa Beach, HI $88,496 Kapolei, HI $88,425 Haiku, HI $87,478 Hakalau, HI $87,282

Haleiwa, HI $88,255 Hana, HI $87,269 Hanalei, HI $87,299 Hanamaulu, HI $87,476 Hanapepe, HI $87,586 Hauula, HI $88,389 Hawaii National Park, HI $87,383 Hawi, HI $87,528

Hilo, HI $87,467 Princeville, HI $87,458 Holualoa, HI $87,360 Honaunau, HI $87,209 Honokaa, HI $87,322 Honomu, HI $87,459 Hoolehua, HI $87,209 Kaaawa, HI $88,418

Kahuku, HI $88,229 Kahului, HI $87,680 Kailua, HI $88,546 Ocean View, HI $87,432 Waikoloa, HI $87,424 Keauhou, HI $87,360 Kailua Kona, HI $87,466 Kalaheo, HI $87,485

Kalaupapa, HI $87,129 Kamuela, HI $87,366 Kaneohe, HI $88,527 Kapaa, HI $87,581 Kaumakani, HI $87,628 Kaunakakai, HI $87,313 Keaau, HI $87,527 Kealakekua, HI $87,481

Kealia, HI $87,511 Kekaha, HI $87,422 Kihei, HI $87,590 Kilauea, HI $87,460 Kapaau, HI $87,393 Koloa, HI $87,498 Kualapuu, HI $87,288 Kunia, HI $88,397

Kurtistown, HI $87,483 Lahaina, HI $87,500 Laie, HI $88,307 Lanai City, HI $87,288 Laupahoehoe, HI $87,507 Lawai, HI $87,628 Lihue, HI $87,476 Makawao, HI $87,545

Makaweli, HI $87,283 Maunaloa, HI $87,077 Mountain View, HI $87,437 Naalehu, HI $87,260 Ninole, HI $87,202 Ookala, HI $87,230 Paauilo, HI $87,336 Pahala, HI $87,284

Pahoa, HI $87,400 Paia, HI $87,504 Papaaloa, HI $87,519 Papaikou, HI $87,338 Pearl City, HI $88,510 Pepeekeo, HI $87,507 Puunene, HI $87,680 Volcano, HI $87,383

Wahiawa, HI $88,359 Pukalani, HI $87,545 Mililani, HI $88,465 Kula, HI $87,364 Waialua, HI $88,207 Waianae, HI $88,289 Wailuku, HI $87,543 Waimanalo, HI $88,529

Waimea, HI $87,620 Waipahu, HI $88,472 Honolulu, HI $88,605 J B P H H, HI $88,590 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $88,406 Schofield Barracks, HI $88,381 Fort Shafter, HI $88,605 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $88,605

Camp H M Smith, HI $88,585 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $88,499 Wake Island, HI $88,605

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

Understanding how a Cisco 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.

Last Updated on May 01, 2026

$81,427

Average $89,056/year

$98,749

$6,786

Average $7,421/month

$8,229

$1,566

Average $1,713/week

$1,899

$39

Average $43/hour

$47

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$98,749	$8,229	$1,899	$47
Average	$89,056	$7,421	$1,713	$43
25th Percentile	$81,427	$6,786	$1,566	$39

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