How much does a 5G Engineer make in the United States? As of October 01, 2026, the average salary for a 5G Engineer in the United States is $95,653 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $46.

However, a 5G Engineer's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $107,752
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $89,266 to $101,986
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $83,452

Key Factors That Influence 5G Engineer Salaries

A 5G Engineer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects 5G Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a 5G Engineer's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $78,881
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $94,333
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $113,749
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $138,497
  • Expert (over 8 years): $163,403
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Reliability Engineer I less than 1 year $78,881
5G Engineer 1-2 years $94,333
Reliability Engineer III 2-4 years $113,749
Reliability Engineer IV 5-8 years $138,497
Reliability Engineer V over 8 years $163,403

Top Paying Cities for 5G Engineer

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $120,646
  • San Francisco: $119,326
  • Oakland: $116,811

5G Engineer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For 5G Engineer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 10% above the average. In contrast, 5G Engineer positions in Transportation or Telecom typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view 5G Engineer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a 5G Engineer

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense $105,218 $51.0 10%
Biotechnology $105,218 $51.0 10%
Chemicals $105,218 $51.0 10%
Energy & Utilities $105,218 $51.0 10%
Financial Services $105,218 $51.0 10%

How Education impacts a 5G Engineer's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many 5G Engineer professionals enter the field with a Associate's degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a 5G Engineer with a Associate's is between $91,915 and $95,734.

5G Engineer Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for 5G Engineer
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Degree 51%
High School 44.9%
Associate's Degree 4.1%
Bachelor's Degree 51%
Master's Degree or MBA 44.9%
JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent 4.1%

5G Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a 5G Engineer's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

  • Hourly
  • Monthly
  • Weekly
  • Yearly
  • Table View
Last Updated on October 01, 2026
$89,266
Average $95,653/year
$101,986
$7,439
Average $7,971/month
$8,499
$1,717
Average $1,839/week
$1,961
$43
Average $46/hour
$49
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $101,986 $8,499 $1,961 $49
Average $95,653 $7,971 $1,839 $46
25th Percentile $89,266 $7,439 $1,717 $43

Most common benefits for 5G Engineer

  • Social Security
  • 401 (k)
  • Disability
  • Healthcare
  • Pension
  • Time Off (days)

Common company salaries for 5G Engineer

Here are companies hiring for 5G Engineer and their salaries, click below for more details.

Find Your Next 5G Engineer Job

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FAQ about 5G Engineer

1. What industry pays the highest salary for 5G Engineer?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for 5G Engineer roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

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