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Computer engineer salary in United States, 2026

How much does a Computer Engineer make in the United States?

Average base salary

$100,611
Average $100,611
Low $61,498
High $164,599

The average salary for a computer engineer is $100,611 per year in the United States. 391 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated June 22, 2026).

Computer Engineer job openings in United States

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Public Notice - Computer Engin...
Fairmont, WV
$57,331 - $163,514 a year
Full-time
1 day ago

Highest paying companies for Computer Engineer in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Que Technology Group
 
$250,000per year
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Apple
 
$249,750per year
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NVIDIA
 
$207,125per year
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Mayvin INC
 
$190,000per year
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Lewis Roca
 
$185,750per year
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Intel Corporation
 
$184,333per year
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Highest paying cities for Computer Engineers near United States

  1. Washington, DC
    $147,744 per year
  2. San Diego, CA
    $128,452 per year
  3. Columbus, OH
    $109,505 per year
  4. Anderson, CA
    $89,591 per year
  5. Philadelphia, PA
    $85,462 per year

Where can a Computer Engineer earn more?

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