Principal Engineer Salary in 2026

Based on 8 salary-transparent job listings

$16,274 /year avg

Salary Range

Low

$80

Average

$16,274

High

$0

Avg: $16,274
$80$0

25th Percentile

$8,177

Median

$40

75th Percentile

$8,137

Job Count

8

Salary Distribution

$0 - $30K
6
$30K - $50K
2

Principal Engineer Salary by Experience Level

Experience Avg. Salary Listings
Mid Level $16,274 8

Principal Engineer Salary by City

City Avg. Salary Listings
Princeton $45,000 1
Needham $40,000 1
West Yorkshire $25,000 1
Lisburn $20,000 1
Austin $62 1
City of Edinburgh $50 1
Ottawa $40 1
Walsall $40 1

Principal Engineer Salary by Employment Type

Full-Time

$16,274

8 listings

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average Principal Engineer salary?

The average Principal Engineer salary is $16,274 per year based on 8 job listings on Jobs Near Me. Salaries range from $80 to $0.

What is the highest paying city for Principal Engineer?

The highest paying city for Principal Engineer roles is Princeton with an average salary of $45,000.

How much does an entry level Principal Engineer make?

Entry level salary data for Principal Engineer is being collected. The overall average for this role is $16,274.

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