What are the main factors that influence a Lead Support 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 Lead Support Engineer's salary?

A Lead Support Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Software Support Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $71,350, a Software Support Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $85,542, a Lead Support Engineer (4-7 years)earns $116,170, a Software Support Manager (7+ years)earns $130,719,

What are the highest paying states for a Lead Support Engineer?

Lead Support Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Lead Support Engineer roles are District of Columbia $127,913, California $127,427, Massachusetts $125,729. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Lead Support Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Lead Support Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Application Support Lead: $133,052; On-site Support Engineer IV: $125,143; Technical Support Engineer IV: $122,506; Aircraft Support Engineer IV: $120,974; Aerospace Support Engineer IV: $120,890.

Lead Support Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Lead Support Engineer make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Lead Support Engineer in Delaware is $116,995 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $56.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $138,438
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $108,256 to $128,219
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $100,299

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Lead Support Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$128,219	$10,685	$2,466	$62
Average	$116,995	$9,750	$2,250	$56
25th Percentile	$108,256	$9,021	$2,082	$52

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Key Factors That Influence Lead Support Engineer Salaries

A Lead Support 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 Do Lead Support 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 Lead Support Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $127,913.
California: $127,427.
Massachusetts: $125,729.

District of Columbia $127,913 California $127,427 Massachusetts $125,729 Washington $125,267 New Jersey $125,221 Alaska $125,059 Connecticut $123,465 New York $122,818

Hawaii $120,750 Rhode Island $119,779 Maryland $119,121 Minnesota $118,220 Colorado $117,873 Illinois $117,758 Oregon $117,319 Delaware $116,995

New Hampshire $116,792 Virginia $116,337 Pennsylvania $115,008 Nevada $114,338 North Dakota $114,119 Michigan $113,772 Wisconsin $113,645 Vermont $113,391

Texas $112,686 Maine $112,640 Arizona $112,570 Ohio $112,490 Georgia $111,427 Indiana $110,895 Wyoming $110,791 Utah $110,630

Iowa $110,560 Kansas $110,006 Louisiana $109,844 North Carolina $109,786 Missouri $109,763 Florida $109,313 Montana $109,070 Nebraska $108,839

Kentucky $108,712 South Carolina $108,250 Tennessee $107,961 Idaho $107,845 New Mexico $107,002 Oklahoma $106,817 Alabama $106,136 South Dakota $104,992

Arkansas $104,368 West Virginia $104,033 Mississippi $103,028

Top Paying Cities for Lead Support 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: $121,085
Little Creek: $119,964
Magnolia: $120,461

Lincoln, DE $121,085 Little Creek, DE $119,964 Magnolia, DE $120,461 Milford, DE $121,085 Marydel, DE $119,514 Millsboro, DE $121,085 Millville, DE $121,894 Milton, DE $121,085

Nassau, DE $121,085 Ocean View, DE $121,894 Rehoboth Beach, DE $121,894 Seaford, DE $119,814 Selbyville, DE $121,894 Smyrna, DE $119,375 Viola, DE $120,461 Woodside, DE $120,114

Bear, DE $118,497 Newark, DE $118,543 Claymont, DE $118,636 Delaware City, DE $118,543 Hockessin, DE $118,636 Kirkwood, DE $118,543 Middletown, DE $119,132 Montchanin, DE $118,636

New Castle, DE $118,636 Odessa, DE $119,294 Port Penn, DE $118,220 Rockland, DE $118,636 Saint Georges, DE $118,543 Townsend, DE $119,121 Winterthur, DE $118,636 Lewes, DE $121,085

Wilmington, DE $118,636 Dover, DE $119,907 Dover Afb, DE $120,184 Bethany Beach, DE $121,894 Bethel, DE $119,814 Bridgeville, DE $121,085 Camden Wyoming, DE $120,034 Cheswold, DE $119,629

Clayton, DE $119,329 Dagsboro, DE $121,894 Delmar, DE $119,814 Ellendale, DE $121,085 Felton, DE $121,085 Fenwick Island, DE $121,894 Frankford, DE $121,894 Frederica, DE $121,085

Georgetown, DE $121,085 Greenwood, DE $121,085 Harbeson, DE $121,085 Harrington, DE $121,085 Hartly, DE $119,271 Houston, DE $121,085 Kenton, DE $119,329 Laurel, DE $119,814

Yorklyn, DE $118,636

Lead Support Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Lead Support 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 April 01, 2026

$108,256

Average $116,995/year

$128,219

$9,021

Average $9,750/month

$10,685

$2,082

Average $2,250/week

$2,466

$52

Average $56/hour

$62

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$128,219	$10,685	$2,466	$62
Average	$116,995	$9,750	$2,250	$56
25th Percentile	$108,256	$9,021	$2,082	$52

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