Reliability Engineer Salary in 2026
Ensure system reliability, availability, and performance through automation and monitoring.
Median Salary
$128,000
$10,667/mo
Entry Level
$88,000
starting pay
Senior Level
$178,000
experienced
Job Growth
+20%
10-yr outlook
Reliability Engineer Overview
Ensure system reliability, availability, and performance through automation and monitoring.
Education
Bachelor's Degree
Experience
3-6 years
Industry
Technology
Total Jobs (US)
42K
5-Year Growth
+16%
Category
Technology
Hourly Rate
$61.54/hr
Monthly Pay
$10,667
Reliability Engineer Salary Calculator
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Mid Career (5-9 yrs)
Estimated Reliability Engineer Salary
$147,000
$12,250/month · $5,654/biweekly · $70.67/hr
Reliability Engineer Salary Range
Salary distribution from entry-level to top earners in the Reliability Engineer field.
Entry-level Reliability Engineers earn around $88,000, while the top 10% earn $194,000 or more.
Top Paying States for Reliability Engineers
| State | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| California | $151,000 | +$23,000 |
| New York | $147,000 | +$19,000 |
| Washington | $143,000 | +$15,000 |
| Virginia | $136,000 | +$8,000 |
| Texas | $125,000 | $-3,000 |
Top Paying Cities for Reliability Engineers
| City | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| San Francisco | $160,000 | +$32,000 |
| New York | $151,000 | +$23,000 |
| Washington DC | $147,000 | +$19,000 |
| Seattle | $146,000 | +$18,000 |
| Austin | $132,000 | +$4,000 |
Required Skills & Certifications
Key Skills
Certifications
Reliability Engineer Career Progression
Typical salary growth path for a Reliability Engineer from entry level to expert.
$88,000
0-2 years
$133,000
3-7 years
$178,000
8-14 years
$210,000
15+ years
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