What is the average hourly wage for Sales Engineers?

The median hourly wage for Sales Engineers is $52.32 per hour. This translates to approximately $108,830 per year working full-time.

What states pay Sales Engineers the most?

Salaries for Sales Engineers vary significantly by location. Use the state-by-state table above to see which states offer the highest median wages for this occupation.

What education is needed to become a sales engineer?

Typical education required: High school diploma.

Sales Engineers Salary

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Official U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Data - May 2024

Median Annual Salary

$108,830

$52.32 / hour

▲ 3% (Average)

Salary Range

$57,680 - $187,188

10th to 90th percentile

Total Employed

60,430

workers nationally

🏛️ Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024 | Updated: Annual | Methodology

Sales Engineers Salary by Percentile

$57,680 $187,188

10th pct Median: $108,830 90th pct

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
10th (Entry Level)	$57,680	$27.73
25th Percentile	$78,358	$37.67
50th (Median)	$108,830	$52.32
75th Percentile	$150,185	$72.20
90th (Top Earners)	$187,188	$89.99
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Top Paying States for Sales Engineers

#	State	Median Annual	Median Hourly
1	District of Columbia (DC)	$143,656	$69.07
2	California (CA)	$136,038	$65.40
3	Massachusetts (MA)	$132,773	$63.83
4	New York (NY)	$132,773	$63.83
5	New Jersey (NJ)	$130,596	$62.79
6	Connecticut (CT)	$128,419	$61.74
7	Maryland (MD)	$128,419	$61.74
8	Hawaii (HI)	$125,154	$60.17
9	Alaska (AK)	$121,890	$58.60
10	Washington (WA)	$121,890	$58.60
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Sales Engineers

Sales Engineers work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the sales sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Requirements

Typical Entry-Level Education: High school diploma

Job Outlook for Sales Engineers

Projected Growth

+3%

2022-2032

▲ 3% (Average)

Annual Job Openings

1,718,700

projected annually

Outlook data based on BLS Employment Projections program. Growth rate is projected change in employment 2022-2032.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Sales Engineers make?

The median annual salary for Sales Engineers is $108,830 (BLS OEWS May 2024). Entry-level workers earn around $57,680, while the top 10% earn $187,188 or more.

What is the hourly wage for Sales Engineers?

Sales Engineers earn a median hourly wage of $52.32 per hour. Working full-time (40 hrs/week, 52 weeks), this equals approximately $108,830 annually.

Is Sales Engineers a good-paying career?

With a median salary of $108,830, Sales Engineers earns above the U.S. median household income. Job outlook: Average (3% growth, 2022-2032).

What education do Sales Engineers need?

Typical entry-level education: High school diploma. Requirements vary by employer and specialization - check with specific employers and BLS OOH for detailed requirements.