Sales Engineer Salary in 2026
Sales engineers combine technical expertise with sales skills to present complex products and solutions to clients. They conduct product demonstrations, handle technical objections, and support deal closing.
Median Salary
$121,000
$10,083/mo
Entry Level
$74,000
starting pay
Senior Level
$153,000
experienced
Job Growth
+12%
10-yr outlook
Sales Engineer Overview
Sales engineers combine technical expertise with sales skills to present complex products and solutions to clients. They conduct product demonstrations, handle technical objections, and support deal closing.
Education
Bachelor's Degree
Experience
2-5 years
Industry
Sales
Total Jobs (US)
75K
5-Year Growth
+18%
Category
Sales
Hourly Rate
$58.17/hr
Monthly Pay
$10,083
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Mid Career (5-9 yrs)
Estimated Sales Engineer Salary
$126,000
$10,500/month · $4,846/biweekly · $60.58/hr
Sales Engineer Salary Range
Salary distribution from entry-level to top earners in the Sales Engineer field.
Entry-level Sales Engineers earn around $74,000, while the top 10% earn $171,000 or more.
Top Paying States for Sales Engineers
| State | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| California | $143,000 | +$22,000 |
| New York | $139,000 | +$18,000 |
| Massachusetts | $136,000 | +$15,000 |
| Washington | $136,000 | +$15,000 |
| Texas | $119,000 | $-2,000 |
Top Paying Cities for Sales Engineers
| City | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| San Francisco | $151,000 | +$30,000 |
| New York | $143,000 | +$22,000 |
| Seattle | $138,000 | +$17,000 |
| Boston | $136,000 | +$15,000 |
| Dallas | $121,000 | $0 |
Required Skills & Certifications
Key Skills
Certifications
Sales Engineer Career Progression
Typical salary growth path for a Sales Engineer from entry level to expert.
$74,000
0-2 years
$114,000
3-7 years
$153,000
8-14 years
$189,000
15+ years
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