Sales engineers Salary in the United States
Median pay, percentile range, and top US metros — official BLS data.
The median salary for Sales engineers in the United States is $124,900 per year — about $60 per hour, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Half of all workers in this occupation earn between $92,890 and $161,230 a year.
Salary range
Top US metros for Sales engineers
| Metro | Local salary |
|---|---|
| Durham-Chapel Hill, NC | $175,310 |
| Ocala, FL | $158,190 |
| San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA | $177,490 |
| Fort Collins-Loveland, CO | $151,450 |
| San Luis Obispo-Paso Robles, CA | $163,810 |
| New Orleans-Metairie, LA | $133,010 |
| Midland, TX | $138,930 |
| Albuquerque, NM | $136,260 |
| Odessa, TX | $134,740 |
| Greeley, CO | $138,420 |
Frequently asked questions
How much do Sales engineers make in the US?
The median salary is $124,900 per year (about $60 per hour), according to BLS data. The middle 50% of workers earn between $92,890 and $161,230 a year.
How much do Sales engineers make per hour?
About $60 per hour, based on the median annual salary of $124,900 for full-time work (2,080 hours per year).
What education do you need to work as Sales engineers?
Typical entry-level education: Bachelor's degree, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Do these salary figures include bonuses or overtime?
No. BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics reflect base wages only — they exclude overtime pay, bonuses, and most benefits.
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