What are the main factors that influence an Optical Network Engineer's salary?

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

How does experience change An Optical Network Engineer's salary?

An Optical Network Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Optical Network Engineer (0-2 years)earns $80,980, a Network Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $96,612, a Network Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $116,870, a Network Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $137,339, a Network Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $157,251,

What are the highest paying states for an Optical Network Engineer?

Optical Network Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Optical Network Engineer roles are District of Columbia $86,578, California $86,249, Massachusetts $85,100. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Optical Network Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Optical Network Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Optical Engineer V: $182,713; Staff Optical Engineer: $140,775; Optical Engineer IV: $139,977; Optical Engineer III: $120,277; Senior Optical Engineer: $106,272.

Optical Network Engineer Salary in Hawaii

How much does an Optical Network Engineer make in Hawaii?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for an Optical Network Engineer in Hawaii is $81,730 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $101,205
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $75,755 to $91,924
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $70,315

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Optical Network Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$91,924	$7,660	$1,768	$44
Average	$81,730	$6,811	$1,572	$39
25th Percentile	$75,755	$6,313	$1,457	$36

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Key Factors That Influence Optical Network Engineer Salaries

An Optical Network 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 Optical Network Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Optical Network 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): $80,980
Early Career (1-2 years): $96,612
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $116,870
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $137,339
Expert (over 8 years): $157,251

Levels	Salary
Optical N... Level Optical Network Engineer	$80,980
Network E... Level Optical Network Engineer	$96,612
Network E... Level Optical Network Engineer	$116,870
Network E... Level Optical Network Engineer	$137,339
Network E... Level Optical Network Engineer	$157,251

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

District of Columbia: $86,578.
California: $86,249.
Massachusetts: $85,100.

District of Columbia $86,578 California $86,249 Massachusetts $85,100 Washington $84,787 New Jersey $84,756 Alaska $84,646 Connecticut $83,567 New York $83,129

Hawaii $81,730 Rhode Island $81,073 Maryland $80,627 Minnesota $80,017 Colorado $79,782 Illinois $79,704 Oregon $79,407 Delaware $79,188

New Hampshire $79,051 Virginia $78,742 Pennsylvania $77,843 Nevada $77,390 North Dakota $77,241 Michigan $77,007 Wisconsin $76,921 Vermont $76,748

Texas $76,272 Maine $76,240 Arizona $76,193 Ohio $76,139 Georgia $75,419 Indiana $75,059 Wyoming $74,989 Utah $74,880

Iowa $74,833 Kansas $74,457 Louisiana $74,348 North Carolina $74,309 Missouri $74,293 Florida $73,988 Montana $73,824 Nebraska $73,668

Kentucky $73,582 South Carolina $73,269 Tennessee $73,073 Idaho $72,995 New Mexico $72,424 Oklahoma $72,299 Alabama $71,838 South Dakota $71,064

Arkansas $70,641 West Virginia $70,415 Mississippi $69,734

Top Paying Cities for Optical Network 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:

Aiea: $81,315
Anahola: $80,768
Captain Cook: $80,768

Aiea, HI $81,315 Anahola, HI $80,768 Captain Cook, HI $80,768 Eleele, HI $80,768 Ewa Beach, HI $81,315 Kapolei, HI $81,135 Haiku, HI $80,768 Hakalau, HI $80,768

Haleiwa, HI $80,768 Hana, HI $80,768 Hanalei, HI $80,768 Hanamaulu, HI $80,768 Hanapepe, HI $80,768 Hauula, HI $80,948 Hawaii National Park, HI $80,768 Hawi, HI $80,768

Hilo, HI $80,768 Princeville, HI $80,768 Holualoa, HI $80,768 Honaunau, HI $80,768 Honokaa, HI $80,768 Honomu, HI $80,768 Hoolehua, HI $80,768 Kaaawa, HI $81,096

Kahuku, HI $80,768 Kahului, HI $80,768 Kailua, HI $81,315 Ocean View, HI $80,768 Waikoloa, HI $80,768 Keauhou, HI $80,768 Kailua Kona, HI $80,768 Kalaheo, HI $80,768

Kalaupapa, HI $80,768 Kamuela, HI $80,768 Kaneohe, HI $81,315 Kapaa, HI $80,768 Kaumakani, HI $80,768 Kaunakakai, HI $80,768 Keaau, HI $80,768 Kealakekua, HI $80,768

Kealia, HI $80,768 Kekaha, HI $80,768 Kihei, HI $80,768 Kilauea, HI $80,768 Kapaau, HI $80,768 Koloa, HI $80,768 Kualapuu, HI $80,768 Kunia, HI $81,057

Kurtistown, HI $80,768 Lahaina, HI $80,768 Laie, HI $80,838 Lanai City, HI $80,768 Laupahoehoe, HI $80,768 Lawai, HI $80,768 Lihue, HI $80,768 Makawao, HI $80,768

Makaweli, HI $80,768 Maunaloa, HI $80,768 Mountain View, HI $80,768 Naalehu, HI $80,768 Ninole, HI $80,768 Ookala, HI $80,768 Paauilo, HI $80,768 Pahala, HI $80,768

Pahoa, HI $80,768 Paia, HI $80,768 Papaaloa, HI $80,768 Papaikou, HI $80,768 Pearl City, HI $81,315 Pepeekeo, HI $80,768 Puunene, HI $80,768 Volcano, HI $80,768

Wahiawa, HI $81,057 Pukalani, HI $80,768 Mililani, HI $81,167 Kula, HI $80,768 Waialua, HI $80,768 Waianae, HI $80,838 Wailuku, HI $80,768 Waimanalo, HI $81,315

Waimea, HI $80,768 Waipahu, HI $81,276 Honolulu, HI $81,315 J B P H H, HI $81,315 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $81,096 Schofield Barracks, HI $81,026 Fort Shafter, HI $81,315 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $81,315

Camp H M Smith, HI $81,315 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $81,276 Wake Island, HI $81,315

Optical Network Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Optical Network 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 April 01, 2026

$75,755

Average $81,730/year

$91,924

$6,313

Average $6,811/month

$7,660

$1,457

Average $1,572/week

$1,768

$36

Average $39/hour

$44

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$91,924	$7,660	$1,768	$44
Average	$81,730	$6,811	$1,572	$39
25th Percentile	$75,755	$6,313	$1,457	$36

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