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

A Microsoft Systems Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Microsoft Systems Engineer (0-2 years)earns $80,419, a Software Systems Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $98,750, a Software Systems Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $114,571, a Software Systems Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $140,216, a Software Systems Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $160,677,

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

Microsoft Systems Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Microsoft Systems Engineer roles are District of Columbia $90,692, California $90,348, Massachusetts $89,144. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Microsoft Systems Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Software Engineer Microsoft: $124,115; Systems Engineer: $118,932; Microsoft Exchange Engineer: $105,595; Microsoft Software Engineer II: $102,200; Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer: $90,319.

Microsoft Systems Engineer Salary in Nevada

How much does a Microsoft Systems Engineer make in Nevada?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Microsoft Systems Engineer in Nevada is $81,068 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $97,924
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $74,123 to $89,891
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $67,800

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Microsoft Systems Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$89,891	$7,491	$1,729	$43
Average	$81,068	$6,756	$1,559	$39
25th Percentile	$74,123	$6,177	$1,425	$36

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Key Factors That Influence Microsoft Systems Engineer Salaries

A Microsoft 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 Microsoft Systems Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Microsoft 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): $80,419
Early Career (1-2 years): $98,750
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $114,571
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $140,216
Expert (over 8 years): $160,677

Levels	Salary
Microsoft... Level Microsoft Systems Engineer	$80,419
Software ... Level Microsoft Systems Engineer	$98,750
Software ... Level Microsoft Systems Engineer	$114,571
Software ... Level Microsoft Systems Engineer	$140,216
Software ... Level Microsoft Systems Engineer	$160,677

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

District of Columbia: $90,692.
California: $90,348.
Massachusetts: $89,144.

District of Columbia $90,692 California $90,348 Massachusetts $89,144 Washington $88,817 New Jersey $88,784 Alaska $88,669 Connecticut $87,539 New York $87,080

Hawaii $85,614 Rhode Island $84,926 Maryland $84,459 Minnesota $83,820 Colorado $83,574 Illinois $83,492 Oregon $83,181 Delaware $82,952

New Hampshire $82,808 Virginia $82,485 Pennsylvania $81,543 Nevada $81,068 North Dakota $80,912 Michigan $80,666 Wisconsin $80,576 Vermont $80,396

Texas $79,896 Maine $79,864 Arizona $79,814 Ohio $79,757 Georgia $79,004 Indiana $78,627 Wyoming $78,553 Utah $78,438

Iowa $78,389 Kansas $77,996 Louisiana $77,881 North Carolina $77,840 Missouri $77,824 Florida $77,505 Montana $77,333 Nebraska $77,169

Kentucky $77,079 South Carolina $76,751 Tennessee $76,546 Idaho $76,464 New Mexico $75,866 Oklahoma $75,735 Alabama $75,252 South Dakota $74,441

Arkansas $73,999 West Virginia $73,761 Mississippi $73,049

Top Paying Cities for Microsoft 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:

The Lakes: $79,593
Alamo: $81,908
Henderson: $79,610

The Lakes, NV $79,593 Alamo, NV $81,908 Henderson, NV $79,610 Beatty, NV $82,002 Blue Diamond, NV $79,702 Boulder City, NV $79,803 Bunkerville, NV $81,476 Caliente, NV $81,648

Dyer, NV $81,931 Goldfield, NV $81,893 Hiko, NV $81,732 Indian Springs, NV $80,711 Jean, NV $80,320 Amargosa Valley, NV $81,983 Logandale, NV $81,395 Manhattan, NV $82,036

Mercury, NV $81,748 Mesquite, NV $81,949 Moapa, NV $80,752 Laughlin, NV $81,622 North Las Vegas, NV $79,593 Coyote Springs, NV $81,313 Cal Nev Ari, NV $81,276 Overton, NV $80,526

Pahrump, NV $81,422 Panaca, NV $81,563 Pioche, NV $81,576 Round Mountain, NV $81,925 Searchlight, NV $80,896 Silverpeak, NV $82,180 Tonopah, NV $81,922 Sloan, NV $79,639

Las Vegas, NV $79,593 Nellis Afb, NV $79,593 Ely, NV $81,903 Austin, NV $81,854 Baker, NV $81,553 Duckwater, NV $81,967 Eureka, NV $81,901 Lund, NV $81,896

Mc Gill, NV $82,014 Ruth, NV $82,194 Crystal Bay, NV $82,979 Dayton, NV $81,941 Denio, NV $81,703 Empire, NV $81,911 Fallon, NV $82,052 Fernley, NV $82,111

Gabbs, NV $81,927 Gardnerville, NV $82,126 Genoa, NV $81,983 Gerlach, NV $81,947 Glenbrook, NV $82,063 Golconda, NV $81,888 Hawthorne, NV $82,060 Imlay, NV $81,943

Lovelock, NV $82,051 Luning, NV $82,074 Mc Dermitt, NV $81,659 Mina, NV $81,910 Minden, NV $81,918 Nixon, NV $81,941 Orovada, NV $81,766 Paradise Valley, NV $81,870

Schurz, NV $81,977 Silver City, NV $81,797 Silver Springs, NV $82,088 Smith, NV $82,038 Sparks, NV $82,076 Sun Valley, NV $82,079 Valmy, NV $82,042 Verdi, NV $82,209

Virginia City, NV $81,842 Wadsworth, NV $82,044 Wellington, NV $82,049 Winnemucca, NV $81,988 Yerington, NV $82,021 Zephyr Cove, NV $82,146 Stateline, NV $82,180 Incline Village, NV $82,300

Reno, NV $82,075 Carson City, NV $81,715 Washoe Valley, NV $81,778 Elko, NV $82,079 Spring Creek, NV $82,082 Battle Mountain, NV $81,969 Crescent Valley, NV $81,938 Carlin, NV $82,030

Deeth, NV $81,908 Halleck, NV $81,908 Jackpot, NV $81,240 Jarbidge, NV $81,421 Lamoille, NV $81,956 Montello, NV $81,418 Mountain City, NV $81,653 Owyhee, NV $81,433

Ruby Valley, NV $81,876 Tuscarora, NV $81,816 Wells, NV $81,808 West Wendover, NV $81,880

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

Understanding how a Microsoft 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

$74,123

Average $81,068/year

$89,891

$6,177

Average $6,756/month

$7,491

$1,425

Average $1,559/week

$1,729

$36

Average $39/hour

$43

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$89,891	$7,491	$1,729	$43
Average	$81,068	$6,756	$1,559	$39
25th Percentile	$74,123	$6,177	$1,425	$36

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