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Network Engineer Salary in Pennsylvania

The median network engineer salary in Pennsylvania is $90,160 per year, which is 2% below the national median of $92,000.

Median Salary
$90,160
vs National
$-1,840
State Rank
#22 of 50
Cost of Living
96%

Network Engineer Salary in Pennsylvania by Experience

In Pennsylvania, an entry-level network engineer earns around $58,800, while experienced professionals earn up to $135,240 per year. The cost of living index in Pennsylvania is 96% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$58,800
$-1,200 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$92,120
$-1,880 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$135,240
$-2,760 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Pennsylvania

Percentile PA Salary
10th Percentile $54,880
25th Percentile $72,520
Median (50th) $90,160
75th Percentile $115,640
90th Percentile $142,100

Network Engineer Salary by City in Pennsylvania

The largest employment areas for network engineers in Pennsylvania include Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Allentown, and Reading. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

How to Become a Network Engineer in Pennsylvania

Education

Most network engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Pennsylvania has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

CiscoTCP/IPFirewallsVPNNetwork MonitoringCCNA/CCNP

Job Outlook in Pennsylvania

Nationally, network engineer employment is projected to grow 5% over the next decade (faster than average). Pennsylvania's demand may vary based on local industry trends.