Field engineer salary in United States

The average salary for a Field Engineer is $85,698 per year in the United States. This figure is based on 4k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on September 6, 2026.

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Field Engineer salaries typically range between a low of $52,135 and a high of $140,869 per year, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Field Engineer include New York, NY at $124,663 per year, Los Angeles, CA at $106,083 per year, and Midland, TX at $95,393 per year.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Field Engineer include Exact Staff ($438,000 per year) and Eastern Municipal Water District ($226,658 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Field Engineer salary compares to related positions:

• Entry Level Field Engineer: Average $69,237 per year
• Senior Field Engineer: Average $105,974 per year
• Junior Field Engineer: Average $50,877 per year