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

A Linux Support Engineer's salary grows with experience: starting around $93,929 for beginners, reaching about $96,009 at mid-level, and approach $99,258 for experts.

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

Linux Support Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Linux Support Engineer roles are District of Columbia $106,385, California $105,982, Massachusetts $104,569. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Linux Support Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Linux Engineer: $137,380; Linux Systems Engineer: $116,197; Linux System Engineer: $113,838; Senior Linux Engineer: $94,871; Senior Linux Systems Engineer: $93,571.

Linux Support Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Linux Support Engineer make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Linux Support Engineer in Delaware is $97,305 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $47.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $105,762
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $88,521 to $101,732
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $80,524

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Linux Support Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$101,732	$8,478	$1,956	$49
Average	$97,305	$8,109	$1,871	$47
25th Percentile	$88,521	$7,377	$1,702	$43

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Key Factors That Influence Linux Support Engineer Salaries

A Linux 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 Experience Level Affects Linux Support Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Linux Support 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): $93,929
Early Career (1-2 years): $94,207
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $96,009
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $98,607
Expert (over 8 years): $99,258

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Linux Support Engineer	$93,929
Intermediate Level Linux Support Engineer	$94,207
Senior Level Linux Support Engineer	$96,009
Specialist Level Linux Support Engineer	$98,607
Expert Level Linux Support Engineer	$99,258

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

District of Columbia: $106,385.
California: $105,982.
Massachusetts: $104,569.

District of Columbia $106,385 California $105,982 Massachusetts $104,569 Washington $104,185 New Jersey $104,147 Alaska $104,012 Connecticut $102,686 New York $102,148

Hawaii $100,428 Rhode Island $99,621 Maryland $99,073 Minnesota $98,324 Colorado $98,036 Illinois $97,940 Oregon $97,574 Delaware $97,305

New Hampshire $97,136 Virginia $96,758 Pennsylvania $95,653 Nevada $95,095 North Dakota $94,913 Michigan $94,625 Wisconsin $94,519 Vermont $94,308

Texas $93,721 Maine $93,683 Arizona $93,625 Ohio $93,558 Georgia $92,674 Indiana $92,232 Wyoming $92,146 Utah $92,011

Iowa $91,953 Kansas $91,492 Louisiana $91,358 North Carolina $91,310 Missouri $91,290 Florida $90,916 Montana $90,714 Nebraska $90,522

Kentucky $90,416 South Carolina $90,032 Tennessee $89,792 Idaho $89,695 New Mexico $88,994 Oklahoma $88,840 Alabama $88,273 South Dakota $87,322

Arkansas $86,803 West Virginia $86,525 Mississippi $85,689

Top Paying Cities for Linux 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: $100,707
Little Creek: $99,775
Magnolia: $100,188

Lincoln, DE $100,707 Little Creek, DE $99,775 Magnolia, DE $100,188 Milford, DE $100,707 Marydel, DE $99,400 Millsboro, DE $100,707 Millville, DE $101,379 Milton, DE $100,707

Nassau, DE $100,707 Ocean View, DE $101,379 Rehoboth Beach, DE $101,379 Seaford, DE $99,650 Selbyville, DE $101,379 Smyrna, DE $99,285 Viola, DE $100,188 Woodside, DE $99,900

Bear, DE $98,554 Newark, DE $98,593 Claymont, DE $98,670 Delaware City, DE $98,593 Hockessin, DE $98,670 Kirkwood, DE $98,593 Middletown, DE $99,083 Montchanin, DE $98,670

New Castle, DE $98,670 Odessa, DE $99,217 Port Penn, DE $98,324 Rockland, DE $98,670 Saint Georges, DE $98,593 Townsend, DE $99,073 Winterthur, DE $98,670 Lewes, DE $100,707

Wilmington, DE $98,670 Dover, DE $99,727 Dover Afb, DE $99,957 Bethany Beach, DE $101,379 Bethel, DE $99,650 Bridgeville, DE $100,707 Camden Wyoming, DE $99,832 Cheswold, DE $99,496

Clayton, DE $99,246 Dagsboro, DE $101,379 Delmar, DE $99,650 Ellendale, DE $100,707 Felton, DE $100,707 Fenwick Island, DE $101,379 Frankford, DE $101,379 Frederica, DE $100,707

Georgetown, DE $100,707 Greenwood, DE $100,707 Harbeson, DE $100,707 Harrington, DE $100,707 Hartly, DE $99,198 Houston, DE $100,707 Kenton, DE $99,246 Laurel, DE $99,650

Yorklyn, DE $98,670

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

Understanding how a Linux 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 January 01, 2026

$88,521

Average $97,305/year

$101,732

$7,377

Average $8,109/month

$8,478

$1,702

Average $1,871/week

$1,956

$43

Average $47/hour

$49

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$101,732	$8,478	$1,956	$49
Average	$97,305	$8,109	$1,871	$47
25th Percentile	$88,521	$7,377	$1,702	$43

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