How much does a Computer Engineer make?
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$88K
/yrThe estimated total pay for a Computer Engineer is $88,173 per year in the United States area, with an average salary of $82,258 per year. These numbers represent the median, which is the midpoint of the ranges from our proprietary Total Pay Estimate model and based on salaries collected from our users. The estimated additional pay is $5,914 per year. Additional pay could include cash bonus, commission, tips, and profit sharing. The "Most Likely Range" represents values that exist within the 25th and 75th percentile of all pay data available for this role.
How accurate is this most likely Total Pay range (base + additional) of $69K-$113K/yr?
For Software Engineer
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What is the total pay trajectory for Software Engineer?
| Job Title | Salary |
|---|---|
| Software Engineer | $139,490 /yr |
| Senior Software Engineer | $176,390 /yr |
| Software Engineer IV | $195,811 /yr |
Top Paying Companies
For a Computer Engineer in United States
Below is the total pay for the top 10 highest paying companies for a Computer Engineer in United States. Employers include Google, Microsoft and Amazon.
Top Paying Companies
For Computer Engineer in United States
| 1 | $230,824 | ||
| 2 | Microsoft | $180,740 | |
| 3 | Amazon | $175,222 | |
| 4 | Apple | $170,357 | |
| 5 | Intel Corporation | $150,719 | |
| 6 | Honeywell | $120,933 | |
| 7 | Dell Technologies | $120,659 | |
| 8 | IBM | $113,900 | |
| 9 | FXCM | $112,610 | |
| 10 | Sandia National Laboratories | $112,223 |
For Software Engineer
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What is the total pay trajectory for Software Engineer?
| Job Title | Salary |
|---|---|
| Software Engineer | $139,490 /yr |
| Senior Software Engineer | $176,390 /yr |
| Software Engineer IV | $195,811 /yr |
What are total pay estimates for a Computer Engineer at different companies?
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$81,613
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$230,824
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$88,364
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$91,872
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$150,719
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$170,357
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$180,740
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$93,854
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$82,618
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$85,380
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$67,481
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Top Paying Industries
For a Computer Engineer in United States
The top 5 paying industries for a Computer Engineer in United States are Information Technology with a median total pay of $120,659, Financial Services with a median total pay of $112,610, Aerospace & Defense with a median total pay of $87,370, Government & Public Administration with a median total pay of $87,364, and Manufacturing with a median total pay of $84,808.
- Government & Public AdministrationGovernment & Public Administration$87,364
1% Lower than other industries
Glassdoor Economist Pay Overview
What is the pay outlook for Engineering?
Engineering jobs are in high demand with workers receiving generous compensation packages and bonuses. Engineering offers ample opportunity for growth and development with transferable skills across an array of fields from software, supply chain and logistics to aerospace. Most roles require at least a bachelor’s degree. To remain competitive, job-seekers should consider specialization or skill-specific programs such as coding boot-camps or certifications.
Recent Salaries Shared
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Computer Engineer pay FAQ
The average salary for a Computer Engineer is $88,173 per year in United States. Salaries estimates are based on 1671 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by a Computer Engineer employees in United States.
The highest salary for a Computer Engineer in United States is $112,792 per year.
The lowest salary for a Computer Engineer in United States is $69,179 per year.
If you are thinking of becoming a Computer Engineer or planning the next step in your career, find details about the role, the career path and salary trajectory of a Computer Engineer.
Computer engineering salaries are high, reflecting the field’s significant barriers to entry. A bachelor’s in engineering degree is considered a minimum qualification, although many firms strongly prefer candidates with internship experience. Once hired, computer engineers typically work full time and are paid a salary with full benefits. Candidates with a Master of Engineering degree are typically paid higher salaries than candidates with only a bachelor’s degree. Successful engineers can earn a Professional Engineering (PE) license that indicates they are ready for more leadership responsibility, or they may choose to transition into a project manager role.
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