Sales engineer salary in United States

The average salary for a Sales Engineer is $102,115 per year in the United States. This figure is based on 5.4k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on August 10, 2026.

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Sales Engineer salaries typically range between a low of $61,461 and a high of $169,660 per year, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Sales Engineer include New York, NY at $145,147 per year, Atlanta, GA at $124,963 per year, and Webster, MA at $122,013 per year.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Sales Engineer include piano ($240,000 per year) and Iowa Workforce Development ($234,500 per year).

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

• Junior Sales Engineer: Average $65,315 per year
• Senior Sales Engineer: Average $145,198 per year