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

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Microsoft Engineer?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Microsoft Engineer roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change A Microsoft Engineer's salary?

A Microsoft Engineer's salary grows with experience: an Microsoft Engineer (0-2 years)earns $78,031, an Integration Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $88,199, an Integration Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $107,477, an Integration Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $137,646, an Integration Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $170,225,

What are the highest paying states for a Microsoft Engineer?

Microsoft Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Microsoft Engineer roles are District of Columbia $85,698, California $85,373, Massachusetts $84,236. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Microsoft Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Microsoft Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Software Engineer Microsoft: $124,109; Microsoft Exchange Engineer: $105,564; Microsoft Software Engineer II: $102,203; Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer: $90,312; Microsoft Network Engineer: $84,874.

Microsoft Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Microsoft Engineer make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Microsoft Engineer in Delaware is $78,384 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $38.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $87,567
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $70,882 to $83,190
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $64,051

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Microsoft Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$83,190	$6,933	$1,600	$40
Average	$78,384	$6,532	$1,507	$38
25th Percentile	$70,882	$5,907	$1,363	$34

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Key Factors That Influence Microsoft Engineer Salaries

A Microsoft 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 Microsoft Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Microsoft 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): $78,031
Early Career (1-2 years): $88,199
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $107,477
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $137,646
Expert (over 8 years): $170,225

Levels	Salary
Microsoft... Level Microsoft Engineer	$78,031
Integrati... Level Microsoft Engineer	$88,199
Integrati... Level Microsoft Engineer	$107,477
Integrati... Level Microsoft Engineer	$137,646
Integrati... Level Microsoft Engineer	$170,225

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

District of Columbia: $85,698.
California: $85,373.
Massachusetts: $84,236.

District of Columbia $85,698 California $85,373 Massachusetts $84,236 Washington $83,926 New Jersey $83,895 Alaska $83,787 Connecticut $82,718 New York $82,285

Hawaii $80,900 Rhode Island $80,249 Maryland $79,808 Minnesota $79,204 Colorado $78,972 Illinois $78,895 Oregon $78,601 Delaware $78,384

New Hampshire $78,248 Virginia $77,943 Pennsylvania $77,053 Nevada $76,604 North Dakota $76,457 Michigan $76,225 Wisconsin $76,139 Vermont $75,969

Texas $75,497 Maine $75,466 Arizona $75,420 Ohio $75,365 Georgia $74,653 Indiana $74,297 Wyoming $74,228 Utah $74,119

Iowa $74,073 Kansas $73,701 Louisiana $73,593 North Carolina $73,554 Missouri $73,539 Florida $73,237 Montana $73,074 Nebraska $72,919

Kentucky $72,834 South Carolina $72,525 Tennessee $72,331 Idaho $72,254 New Mexico $71,689 Oklahoma $71,565 Alabama $71,108 South Dakota $70,342

Arkansas $69,924 West Virginia $69,700 Mississippi $69,026

Top Paying Cities for Microsoft 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: $78,031
Little Creek: $78,602
Magnolia: $78,489

Lincoln, DE $78,031 Little Creek, DE $78,602 Magnolia, DE $78,489 Milford, DE $78,229 Marydel, DE $78,358 Millsboro, DE $77,704 Millville, DE $77,824 Milton, DE $77,958

Nassau, DE $78,015 Ocean View, DE $77,810 Rehoboth Beach, DE $77,960 Seaford, DE $78,004 Selbyville, DE $77,681 Smyrna, DE $78,656 Viola, DE $78,294 Woodside, DE $78,505

Bear, DE $78,324 Newark, DE $78,294 Claymont, DE $78,454 Delaware City, DE $78,372 Hockessin, DE $78,287 Kirkwood, DE $78,358 Middletown, DE $78,388 Montchanin, DE $78,305

New Castle, DE $78,317 Odessa, DE $78,427 Port Penn, DE $78,479 Rockland, DE $78,313 Saint Georges, DE $78,363 Townsend, DE $78,484 Winterthur, DE $78,322 Lewes, DE $77,988

Wilmington, DE $78,291 Dover, DE $78,602 Dover Afb, DE $78,188 Bethany Beach, DE $77,728 Bethel, DE $77,809 Bridgeville, DE $77,992 Camden Wyoming, DE $78,381 Cheswold, DE $78,577

Clayton, DE $78,579 Dagsboro, DE $77,674 Delmar, DE $77,550 Ellendale, DE $77,785 Felton, DE $78,223 Fenwick Island, DE $77,691 Frankford, DE $77,556 Frederica, DE $78,300

Georgetown, DE $77,645 Greenwood, DE $78,005 Harbeson, DE $77,728 Harrington, DE $78,124 Hartly, DE $78,367 Houston, DE $78,012 Kenton, DE $78,583 Laurel, DE $77,598

Yorklyn, DE $78,310

Microsoft Engineer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Microsoft Engineer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Microsoft Engineer positions in Retail & Wholesale or MFG Nondurable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Microsoft Engineer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Microsoft Engineer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$101,899	$49.0	30%
Biotechnology	$101,899	$49.0	30%
Financial Services	$101,899	$49.0	30%
Pharmaceuticals	$101,899	$49.0	30%
Software & Networking	$101,899	$49.0	30%

Microsoft Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Microsoft 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 July 01, 2026

$70,882

Average $78,384/year

$83,190

$5,907

Average $6,532/month

$6,933

$1,363

Average $1,507/week

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Average $38/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$83,190	$6,933	$1,600	$40
Average	$78,384	$6,532	$1,507	$38
25th Percentile	$70,882	$5,907	$1,363	$34

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