What are the main factors that influence an Electronics Design Engineer's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change An Electronics Design Engineer's salary?

An Electronics Design Engineer's salary grows with experience: an Electronics Design Engineer (0-2 years)earns $74,259, an Electrical Designer II (2-4 years)earns $85,541, an Electrical Designer III (4-7 years)earns $95,207,

What are the highest paying states for an Electronics Design Engineer?

Electronics Design Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Electronics Design Engineer roles are District of Columbia $74,752, California $74,468, Massachusetts $73,476. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Electronics Design Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Electronics Design Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Electronics Design Engineer V: $169,300; Electronics Design Engineer IV: $143,800; Electronics Engineer IV: $143,790; Electronics Design Engineer III: $120,800; Electronics Engineer III: $120,761.

Electronics Design Engineer Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an Electronics Design Engineer make in District of Columbia?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for an Electronics Design Engineer in District of Columbia is $75,143 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $36.

However, an Electronics Design Engineer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $93,149
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $68,032 to $84,568
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $61,558

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Electronics Design Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$84,568	$7,047	$1,626	$41
Average	$75,143	$6,262	$1,445	$36
25th Percentile	$68,032	$5,669	$1,308	$33

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Key Factors That Influence Electronics Design Engineer Salaries

An Electronics Design Engineer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Electronics Design Engineer Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Electronics Design Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $74,752.
California: $74,468.
Massachusetts: $73,476.

District of Columbia $74,752 California $74,468 Massachusetts $73,476 Washington $73,206 New Jersey $73,179 Alaska $73,084 Connecticut $72,152 New York $71,774

Hawaii $70,566 Rhode Island $69,999 Maryland $69,614 Minnesota $69,087 Colorado $68,885 Illinois $68,817 Oregon $68,561 Delaware $68,372

New Hampshire $68,253 Virginia $67,987 Pennsylvania $67,210 Nevada $66,819 North Dakota $66,691 Michigan $66,488 Wisconsin $66,414 Vermont $66,265

Texas $65,853 Maine $65,826 Arizona $65,786 Ohio $65,739 Georgia $65,117 Indiana $64,807 Wyoming $64,746 Utah $64,652

Iowa $64,611 Kansas $64,287 Louisiana $64,192 North Carolina $64,159 Missouri $64,145 Florida $63,882 Montana $63,740 Nebraska $63,605

Kentucky $63,531 South Carolina $63,261 Tennessee $63,092 Idaho $63,024 New Mexico $62,532 Oklahoma $62,424 Alabama $62,025 South Dakota $61,357

Arkansas $60,992 West Virginia $60,797 Mississippi $60,209

Top Paying Cities for Electronics Design Engineers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Parcel Return Service: $74,752
Washington: $74,752
Naval Anacost Annex: $74,752

Parcel Return Service, DC $74,752 Washington, DC $74,752 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $74,752 Washington Navy Yard, DC $74,752

Electronics Design Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Electronics Design Engineer's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on May 18, 2021

$68,032

Average $75,143/year

$84,568

$5,669

Average $6,262/month

$7,047

$1,308

Average $1,445/week

$1,626

$33

Average $36/hour

$41

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$84,568	$7,047	$1,626	$41
Average	$75,143	$6,262	$1,445	$36
25th Percentile	$68,032	$5,669	$1,308	$33

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