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

A Network Operations Center Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Network Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $87,319, a Network Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $104,175, a Network Operations Center Engineer (4-7 years)earns $126,019, a Network Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $148,086, a Network Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $169,558,

What are the highest paying states for a Network Operations Center Engineer?

Network Operations Center Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Network Operations Center Engineer roles are District of Columbia $126,727, California $126,246, Massachusetts $124,564. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Network Operations Center Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Network Operations Center Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Network Operations Center Analyst: $165,607; Network Operations Center Manager: $132,100; Network Control Center Manager: $132,092; Network Operations Center Supervisor: $118,163; Network Control Center Supervisor: $118,146.

Network Operations Center Engineer Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Network Operations Center Engineer make in District of Columbia?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Network Operations Center Engineer in District of Columbia is $126,727 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $61.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $145,136
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $117,727 to $136,363
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $109,534

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Network Operations Center Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$136,363	$11,364	$2,622	$66
Average	$126,727	$10,561	$2,437	$61
25th Percentile	$117,727	$9,811	$2,264	$57

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Key Factors That Influence Network Operations Center Engineer Salaries

A Network Operations Center 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 Network Operations Center Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Network Operations Center 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): $87,319
Early Career (1-2 years): $104,175
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $126,019
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $148,086
Expert (over 8 years): $169,558

Levels	Salary
Network E... Level Network Operations Center Engineer	$87,319
Network E... Level Network Operations Center Engineer	$104,175
Network O... Level Network Operations Center Engineer	$126,019
Network E... Level Network Operations Center Engineer	$148,086
Network E... Level Network Operations Center Engineer	$169,558

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

District of Columbia: $126,727.
California: $126,246.
Massachusetts: $124,564.

District of Columbia $126,727 California $126,246 Massachusetts $124,564 Washington $124,106 New Jersey $124,060 Alaska $123,900 Connecticut $122,320 New York $121,679

Hawaii $119,630 Rhode Island $118,669 Maryland $118,017 Minnesota $117,124 Colorado $116,780 Illinois $116,666 Oregon $116,231 Delaware $115,911

New Hampshire $115,709 Virginia $115,258 Pennsylvania $113,942 Nevada $113,278 North Dakota $113,061 Michigan $112,717 Wisconsin $112,591 Vermont $112,340

Texas $111,641 Maine $111,596 Arizona $111,527 Ohio $111,447 Georgia $110,394 Indiana $109,867 Wyoming $109,764 Utah $109,604

Iowa $109,535 Kansas $108,986 Louisiana $108,826 North Carolina $108,768 Missouri $108,746 Florida $108,299 Montana $108,059 Nebraska $107,830

Kentucky $107,704 South Carolina $107,246 Tennessee $106,960 Idaho $106,846 New Mexico $106,010 Oklahoma $105,827 Alabama $105,152 South Dakota $104,019

Arkansas $103,400 West Virginia $103,069 Mississippi $102,073

Top Paying Cities for Network Operations Center 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:

Parcel Return Service: $126,727
Washington: $126,727
Naval Anacost Annex: $126,727

Parcel Return Service, DC $126,727 Washington, DC $126,727 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $126,727 Washington Navy Yard, DC $126,727

Network Operations Center Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Network Operations Center 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 March 01, 2026

$117,727

Average $126,727/year

$136,363

$9,811

Average $10,561/month

$11,364

$2,264

Average $2,437/week

$2,622

$57

Average $61/hour

$66

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$136,363	$11,364	$2,622	$66
Average	$126,727	$10,561	$2,437	$61
25th Percentile	$117,727	$9,811	$2,264	$57

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