What are the main factors that influence a Circuit Engineer's salary?

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

How does experience change A Circuit Engineer's salary?

A Circuit Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Printed Circuit Board Designer I (0-2 years)earns $82,431, a Printed Circuit Board Designer II (2-4 years)earns $98,024, a Circuit Engineer (4-7 years)earns $114,920,

What are the highest paying states for a Circuit Engineer?

Circuit Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Circuit Engineer roles are District of Columbia $115,294, California $114,857, Massachusetts $113,326. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Circuit Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Circuit Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Analog Circuit Design Engineer: $117,581; Telecom Circuit Provisioning Engineer IV: $115,990; Analog Hardware Integrated Circuit Design Engineer: $107,715; Integrated Circuit Design Engineer: $100,701; Telecom Circuit Provisioning Engineer III: $98,890.

Circuit Engineer Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Circuit Engineer make in District of Columbia?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Circuit Engineer in District of Columbia is $115,898 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $56.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $131,791
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $104,891 to $124,217
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $94,869

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Circuit Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$124,217	$10,351	$2,389	$60
Average	$115,898	$9,658	$2,229	$56
25th Percentile	$104,891	$8,741	$2,017	$50

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Key Factors That Influence Circuit Engineer Salaries

A Circuit 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 Circuit 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 Circuit Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $115,294.
California: $114,857.
Massachusetts: $113,326.

District of Columbia $115,294 California $114,857 Massachusetts $113,326 Washington $112,909 New Jersey $112,868 Alaska $112,722 Connecticut $111,285 New York $110,702

Hawaii $108,838 Rhode Island $107,963 Maryland $107,370 Minnesota $106,557 Colorado $106,245 Illinois $106,141 Oregon $105,745 Delaware $105,454

New Hampshire $105,270 Virginia $104,860 Pennsylvania $103,662 Nevada $103,059 North Dakota $102,861 Michigan $102,548 Wisconsin $102,434 Vermont $102,205

Texas $101,569 Maine $101,528 Arizona $101,465 Ohio $101,392 Georgia $100,434 Indiana $99,955 Wyoming $99,862 Utah $99,716

Iowa $99,653 Kansas $99,154 Louisiana $99,008 North Carolina $98,956 Missouri $98,935 Florida $98,529 Montana $98,310 Nebraska $98,102

Kentucky $97,987 South Carolina $97,571 Tennessee $97,310 Idaho $97,206 New Mexico $96,446 Oklahoma $96,280 Alabama $95,665 South Dakota $94,634

Arkansas $94,072 West Virginia $93,770 Mississippi $92,864

Top Paying Cities for Circuit 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: $115,294
Washington: $115,294
Naval Anacost Annex: $115,294

Parcel Return Service, DC $115,294 Washington, DC $115,294 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $115,294 Washington Navy Yard, DC $115,294

Circuit Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Circuit 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

$104,891

Average $115,898/year

$124,217

$8,741

Average $9,658/month

$10,351

$2,017

Average $2,229/week

$2,389

$50

Average $56/hour

$60

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$124,217	$10,351	$2,389	$60
Average	$115,898	$9,658	$2,229	$56
25th Percentile	$104,891	$8,741	$2,017	$50

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