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Top paying industries
The top 3 paying industries for Communications Engineer in United States are Financial Services with a median total pay of $146,416, Government & Public Administration with a median total pay of $124,041 and Aerospace & Defense with a median total pay of $116,489.
Financial Services
The top paying company in Financial Services for Communications Engineer is AllianceBernstein.
Communications Engineer: Average Salary & Pay Trends 2026 | Glassdoor
How much does Communications Engineer make?
Total pay range
$88K - $144K/yr
$112K/yrMedian total pay
Pay breakdown
$74K - $117K/yrBase pay
$14K - $26K/yrAdditional pay
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Last updated Apr 10, 2025219 Salaries submitted
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What is the pay outlook for Information Technology?
Overall demand for information technology workers will continue to grow as companies increasingly rely on data and technology. Individual job outlook varies by profession; demand for more specialized jobs, like cybersecurity analysts, is expected to grow significantly, while other jobs are vulnerable to outsourcing. IT jobs, which are particularly well-suited for remote work, usually require higher education or certifications and offer higher than average salaries.
Frequently asked questions about Communications Engineer salaries
The average salary for Communications Engineer is $111,969 per year or $54 per hour, with top earners making up to $178,422 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $88,178 (25th percentile) to $143,503 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 219 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Communications Engineer employees.
The highest salary for Communications Engineer is $143,503 per year, $11,959 per month or $69 per hour.
The lowest salary for Communications Engineer is $88,178 per year, $7,348 per month or $42 per hour.
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