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As of October 2025, the average salary for a Regional Sales Engineer in the United States is approximately $85,638 per year. This salary can vary based on factors such as geographic location, industry specialization, and years of experience. For example, engineers with extensive experience in high-demand markets may earn significantly more than the average.
In certain states, salaries for Regional Sales Engineers can be notably higher. States like California and New York frequently offer competitive wages due to a higher cost of living and increased demand for technical sales roles. In contrast, regions with lower living costs may offer lower average salaries.
Specific cities also present better salary opportunities. For instance, cities known for their tech industries often provide higher compensation packages. Professionals looking to maximize their earnings should consider relocating to these high-paying areas.
Historical data indicates that salaries for Regional Sales Engineers have consistently risen over time, reflecting the increasing value placed on technical sales expertise. As industries evolve, staying informed about market trends and salary benchmarks can help professionals navigate their career paths effectively.
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The average regional sales engineer salary in California, Virginia, and Arizona are the highest in the U.S. The lowest average regional sales engineer salary states are Alabama, Kansas, and Tennessee.
| Rank | State | Avg. salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Virginia | $103,680 | $49.85 |
| 2 | California | $107,191 | $51.53 |
| 3 | Arizona | $98,567 | $47.39 |
| 4 | Texas | $96,880 | $46.58 |
| 5 | Oregon | $94,744 | $45.55 |
| 6 | Illinois | $96,436 | $46.36 |
| 7 | Georgia | $94,093 | $45.24 |
| 8 | New York | $94,877 | $45.61 |
| 9 | Utah | $88,283 | $42.44 |
| 10 | District of Columbia | $97,088 | $46.68 |
| 11 | Maryland | $95,064 | $45.70 |
| 12 | Washington | $86,631 | $41.65 |
| 13 | New Jersey | $91,899 | $44.18 |
| 14 | Nevada | $86,449 | $41.56 |
| 15 | Florida | $83,196 | $40.00 |
| 16 | Colorado | $86,614 | $41.64 |
| 17 | Idaho | $82,330 | $39.58 |
| 18 | West Virginia | $88,778 | $42.68 |
| 19 | New Hampshire | $88,499 | $42.55 |
| 20 | North Carolina | $83,502 | $40.15 |
| 21 | Massachusetts | $86,206 | $41.45 |
| 22 | North Dakota | $82,837 | $39.83 |
| 23 | Rhode Island | $79,886 | $38.41 |
| 24 | Wisconsin | $77,795 | $37.40 |
| 25 | Delaware | $81,483 | $39.17 |
| 26 | Wyoming | $75,198 | $36.15 |
| 27 | Iowa | $80,754 | $38.82 |
| 28 | Connecticut | $79,714 | $38.32 |
| 29 | Minnesota | $79,660 | $38.30 |
| 30 | Arkansas | $78,224 | $37.61 |
| 31 | Pennsylvania | $76,369 | $36.72 |
| 32 | Ohio | $73,941 | $35.55 |
| 33 | Alaska | $84,591 | $40.67 |
| 34 | Nebraska | $76,136 | $36.60 |
| 35 | Kentucky | $74,531 | $35.83 |
| 36 | Montana | $73,770 | $35.47 |
| 37 | New Mexico | $77,258 | $37.14 |
| 38 | South Carolina | $75,569 | $36.33 |
| 39 | Hawaii | $80,286 | $38.60 |
| 40 | Vermont | $72,335 | $34.78 |
| 41 | Maine | $75,729 | $36.41 |
| 42 | South Dakota | $73,246 | $35.21 |
| 43 | Louisiana | $73,648 | $35.41 |
| 44 | Alabama | $70,694 | $33.99 |
| 45 | Kansas | $68,742 | $33.05 |
| 46 | Tennessee | $68,574 | $32.97 |
| 47 | Indiana | $70,696 | $33.99 |
| 48 | Mississippi | $72,285 | $34.75 |
| 49 | Missouri | $67,744 | $32.57 |
| 50 | Oklahoma | $67,708 | $32.55 |
| 51 | Michigan | $65,845 | $31.66 |
The highest-paying cities for regional sales engineers are Rocklin, CA, Richmond, VA, and Midland, TX.
| Rank | City | Avg. salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rocklin, CA | $112,549 | $54.11 |
| 2 | Richmond, VA | $103,492 | $49.76 |
| 3 | Midland, TX | $98,126 | $47.18 |
| 4 | Chicago, IL | $96,707 | $46.49 |
| 5 | Baltimore, MD | $95,242 | $45.79 |
| 6 | New York, NY | $95,147 | $45.74 |
| 7 | Portland, OR | $94,368 | $45.37 |
| 8 | Atlanta, GA | $94,015 | $45.20 |
| 9 | Olympia, WA | $87,435 | $42.04 |
| 10 | Denver, CO | $86,538 | $41.60 |
| 11 | Boston, MA | $86,204 | $41.44 |
| 12 | Anchorage, AK | $84,628 | $40.69 |
| 13 | Saint Petersburg, FL | $84,467 | $40.61 |
| 14 | Albuquerque, NM | $77,426 | $37.22 |
| 15 | Philadelphia, PA | $76,792 | $36.92 |
| 16 | Florence, KY | $75,348 | $36.23 |
| 17 | Greenville, SC | $75,329 | $36.22 |
| 18 | Columbus, OH | $73,687 | $35.43 |
| 19 | Indianapolis, IN | $70,720 | $34.00 |
| 20 | Birmingham, AL | $70,176 | $33.74 |
A regional sales engineer's salary ranges from $62,000 a year at the 10th percentile to $117,000 at the 90th percentile.

| Percentile | Annual salary | Monthly salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90th Percentile | $117,000 | $9,750 | $56 |
| 75th Percentile | $100,000 | $8,333 | $48 |
| Average | $85,638 | $7,137 | $41 |
| 25th Percentile | $72,000 | $6,000 | $35 |
| 10th Percentile | $62,000 | $5,167 | $30 |
The highest paying types of regional sales engineers are sales engineering manager, senior sales engineer, and senior sales executive.
| Job title | Annual salary | Monthly salary | Hourly rate | Job openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sales And Marketing Consultant | $55,455 | $4,621 | $26.66 | 191,510 |
| Sales/Account Representative | $56,954 | $4,746 | $27.38 | 257,122 |
| Sales Management Consultant | $85,800 | $7,150 | $41.25 | 235,421 |
| Sales/Marketing | $41,130 | $3,427 | $19.77 | 175,318 |
| Field Sales Representative | $48,460 | $4,038 | $23.30 | 228,254 |
| Territory Sales Representative | $34,431 | $2,869 | $16.55 | 219,928 |
Top companies hiring regional sales engineers now:
Regional sales engineer salaries at BP America Inc and Citi are the highest-paying according to our most recent salary estimates. In addition, the average regional sales engineer salary at companies like KLA and Praxair are highly competitive.
| Rank | Company | Average salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | BP America Inc | $128,288 | $61.68 |
| 2 | Citi | $115,479 | $55.52 |
| 3 | KLA | $103,768 | $49.89 |
| 4 | Praxair | $93,901 | $45.14 |
| 5 | Nucor | $92,317 | $44.38 |
| 6 | Barry-Wehmiller | $88,080 | $42.35 |
| 7 | IDEX | $87,743 | $42.18 |
| 8 | R. STAHL Group | $84,937 | $40.84 |
| 9 | Metal Improvement | $84,856 | $40.80 |
| 10 | Pepperl+Fuchs | $84,745 | $40.74 |
| 11 | AIG | $84,646 | $40.70 |
| 12 | PQ Systems | $83,453 | $40.12 |
| 13 | Sensitron Semiconductor | $83,285 | $40.04 |
| 14 | Excel Technology | $82,893 | $39.85 |
| 15 | Donaldson | $82,834 | $39.82 |
| 16 | SMA Technologies | $82,770 | $39.79 |
| 17 | Koch Industries | $82,645 | $39.73 |
| 18 | Soft Robotics | $82,292 | $39.56 |
| 19 | Colorado State Express | $82,133 | $39.49 |
| 20 | Valet Living | $82,133 | $39.49 |
The average regional sales engineer salary has risen by $15,344 over the last ten years. In 2014, the average regional sales engineer earned $70,294 annually, but today, they earn $85,638 a year. That works out to a 9% change in pay for regional sales engineers over the last decade.
Compare regional sales engineer salaries for cities or states with the national average over time.
Compare regional sales engineer salaries for individual cities or states with the national average.
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $85,600 | $41.17 | +4.5% |
| 2024 | $81,800 | $39.31 | +2.4% |
| 2023 | $79,800 | $38.37 | +2.7% |
| 2022 | $77,700 | $37.35 | -1.3% |
| 2021 | $78,700 | $37.83 | +2.4% |
| Company | Job | Location | Date added | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LG Electronics | Regional Sales Engineer (Chillers) | Alpharetta, GA | 06/29/2025 | $100,000 |
| Snap-On Tools | Regional Sales Engineer-Central US Territory | Dallas, TX | 06/27/2025 | $120,000 |
| Lyndex-Nikken | Regional Sales Engineer-Machine Tools & Accessories | Pittsburgh, PA | 06/20/2025 | $60,000 |
| ADM | Regional Technology Engineer | Erlanger, KY | 06/17/2025 | $72,900 |
| Amazon.com, Inc. | Amazon Dedicated Cloud Engineer, Region Reliability | Denver, CO | 06/15/2025 | $81,900 |
| Verto People | Regional Sales Engineer | Houston, TX | 06/14/2025 | $125,000 |
| International Paper Company | Regional Throughput Engineer | Lithonia, GA | 06/10/2025 | $101,000 |
| Dover Corporation | Regional Sales Engineer | Corpus Christi, TX | 06/09/2025 | $100,000 |
| Dover Corporation | Regional Sales Engineer | Kansas City, KS | 06/09/2025 | $100,000 |
| International Paper Company | Regional Throughput Engineer | Atglen, PA | 06/06/2025 | $101,000 |
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