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 $87,323, a Network Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $104,179, a Network Operations Center Engineer (4-7 years)earns $126,024, a Network Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $148,099, a Network Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $169,570,

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 $126,732, California $126,252, Massachusetts $124,569. 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: $165,633; Network Operations Center Manager: $132,100; Network Control Center Manager: $132,098; Network Operations Center Supervisor: $118,173; Network Control Center Supervisor: $118,155.

Network Operations Center Engineer Salary in District of Columbia

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

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Network Operations Center Engineer in District of Columbia is $126,732 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): $145,135
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $117,749 to $136,365
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $109,569

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Network Operations Center Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$136,365	$11,364	$2,622	$66
Average	$126,732	$10,561	$2,437	$61
25th Percentile	$117,749	$9,812	$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): $87,323
Early Career (1-2 years): $104,179
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $126,024
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $148,099
Expert (over 8 years): $169,570

Levels	Salary
Network E... Level Network Operations Center Engineer	$87,323
Network E... Level Network Operations Center Engineer	$104,179
Network O... Level Network Operations Center Engineer	$126,024
Network E... Level Network Operations Center Engineer	$148,099
Network E... Level Network Operations Center Engineer	$169,570

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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: $126,732.
California: $126,252.
Massachusetts: $124,569.

District of Columbia $126,732 California $126,252 Massachusetts $124,569 Washington $124,111 New Jersey $124,065 Alaska $123,905 Connecticut $122,326 New York $121,685

Hawaii $119,636 Rhode Island $118,674 Maryland $118,022 Minnesota $117,129 Colorado $116,786 Illinois $116,671 Oregon $116,236 Delaware $115,916

New Hampshire $115,714 Virginia $115,263 Pennsylvania $113,947 Nevada $113,283 North Dakota $113,066 Michigan $112,722 Wisconsin $112,596 Vermont $112,344

Texas $111,646 Maine $111,600 Arizona $111,532 Ohio $111,452 Georgia $110,399 Indiana $109,872 Wyoming $109,769 Utah $109,609

Iowa $109,540 Kansas $108,991 Louisiana $108,830 North Carolina $108,773 Missouri $108,750 Florida $108,304 Montana $108,064 Nebraska $107,835

Kentucky $107,709 South Carolina $107,251 Tennessee $106,965 Idaho $106,850 New Mexico $106,015 Oklahoma $105,832 Alabama $105,156 South Dakota $104,023

Arkansas $103,405 West Virginia $103,073 Mississippi $102,077

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: $126,044
Washington: $126,046
Naval Anacost Annex: $126,040

Parcel Return Service, DC $126,044 Washington, DC $126,046 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $126,040 Washington Navy Yard, DC $126,044

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 May 01, 2026

$117,749

Average $126,732/year

$136,365

$9,812

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	$136,365	$11,364	$2,622	$66
Average	$126,732	$10,561	$2,437	$61
25th Percentile	$117,749	$9,812	$2,264	$57

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