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

A Computer Network Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Computer Network Engineer (0-2 years)earns $81,114, a Network Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $96,772, a Network Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $117,063, a Network Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $137,566, a Network Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $157,511,

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

Computer Network Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Computer Network Engineer roles are District of Columbia $89,504, California $89,164, Massachusetts $87,976. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Computer Network Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Network Engineer VI: $191,651; Network Engineer V: $153,162; Senior Network Engineer: $113,890; Network Engineer III: $113,831; Computer Network Analyst: $108,159.

Computer Network Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Computer Network Engineer make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Computer Network Engineer in Delaware is $81,865 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $101,372
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $75,880 to $92,076
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $70,431

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Computer Network Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$92,076	$7,673	$1,771	$44
Average	$81,865	$6,822	$1,574	$39
25th Percentile	$75,880	$6,323	$1,459	$36

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Key Factors That Influence Computer Network Engineer Salaries

A Computer Network 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 Computer Network Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Computer Network 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): $81,114
Early Career (1-2 years): $96,772
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $117,063
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $137,566
Expert (over 8 years): $157,511

Levels	Salary
Computer ... Level Computer Network Engineer	$81,114
Network E... Level Computer Network Engineer	$96,772
Network E... Level Computer Network Engineer	$117,063
Network E... Level Computer Network Engineer	$137,566
Network E... Level Computer Network Engineer	$157,511

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

District of Columbia: $89,504.
California: $89,164.
Massachusetts: $87,976.

District of Columbia $89,504 California $89,164 Massachusetts $87,976 Washington $87,653 New Jersey $87,620 Alaska $87,507 Connecticut $86,391 New York $85,939

Hawaii $84,492 Rhode Island $83,813 Maryland $83,352 Minnesota $82,721 Colorado $82,479 Illinois $82,398 Oregon $82,091 Delaware $81,865

New Hampshire $81,722 Virginia $81,404 Pennsylvania $80,474 Nevada $80,005 North Dakota $79,852 Michigan $79,609 Wisconsin $79,520 Vermont $79,342

Texas $78,849 Maine $78,817 Arizona $78,768 Ohio $78,712 Georgia $77,968 Indiana $77,596 Wyoming $77,524 Utah $77,410

Iowa $77,362 Kansas $76,974 Louisiana $76,861 North Carolina $76,820 Missouri $76,804 Florida $76,489 Montana $76,319 Nebraska $76,157

Kentucky $76,068 South Carolina $75,745 Tennessee $75,543 Idaho $75,462 New Mexico $74,872 Oklahoma $74,743 Alabama $74,266 South Dakota $73,465

Arkansas $73,029 West Virginia $72,795 Mississippi $72,091

Top Paying Cities for Computer Network 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: $84,726
Little Creek: $83,942
Magnolia: $84,290

Lincoln, DE $84,726 Little Creek, DE $83,942 Magnolia, DE $84,290 Milford, DE $84,726 Marydel, DE $83,627 Millsboro, DE $84,726 Millville, DE $85,292 Milton, DE $84,726

Nassau, DE $84,726 Ocean View, DE $85,292 Rehoboth Beach, DE $85,292 Seaford, DE $83,837 Selbyville, DE $85,292 Smyrna, DE $83,530 Viola, DE $84,290 Woodside, DE $84,047

Bear, DE $82,915 Newark, DE $82,948 Claymont, DE $83,012 Delaware City, DE $82,948 Hockessin, DE $83,012 Kirkwood, DE $82,948 Middletown, DE $83,360 Montchanin, DE $83,012

New Castle, DE $83,012 Odessa, DE $83,473 Port Penn, DE $82,721 Rockland, DE $83,012 Saint Georges, DE $82,948 Townsend, DE $83,352 Winterthur, DE $83,012 Lewes, DE $84,726

Wilmington, DE $83,012 Dover, DE $83,902 Dover Afb, DE $84,096 Bethany Beach, DE $85,292 Bethel, DE $83,837 Bridgeville, DE $84,726 Camden Wyoming, DE $83,991 Cheswold, DE $83,708

Clayton, DE $83,497 Dagsboro, DE $85,292 Delmar, DE $83,837 Ellendale, DE $84,726 Felton, DE $84,726 Fenwick Island, DE $85,292 Frankford, DE $85,292 Frederica, DE $84,726

Georgetown, DE $84,726 Greenwood, DE $84,726 Harbeson, DE $84,726 Harrington, DE $84,726 Hartly, DE $83,457 Houston, DE $84,726 Kenton, DE $83,497 Laurel, DE $83,837

Yorklyn, DE $83,012

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

Understanding how a Computer Network 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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$75,880

Average $81,865/year

$92,076

$6,323

Average $6,822/month

$7,673

$1,459

Average $1,574/week

$1,771

$36

Average $39/hour

$44

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$92,076	$7,673	$1,771	$44
Average	$81,865	$6,822	$1,574	$39
25th Percentile	$75,880	$6,323	$1,459	$36

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