Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Connecticut | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $105,880 | $98,482 | +8% |
| Median hourly wage | $50.90 | $47.35 | +8% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $102,201.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Network Engineer in Connecticut is $105,880, or about $50.90 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Network Engineers is $98,482. Connecticut is +8% above the national median.
Entry-level network engineers in Connecticut typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 2,170 network engineer jobs on record and a median salary of $105,880, Connecticut offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.