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

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

What industry pays the highest salary for ASIC Design Engineer I?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for ASIC Design Engineer I roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

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

An ASIC Design Engineer 's salary grows with experience: an ASIC Design Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $82,274, an ASIC Design Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $103,529, an ASIC Design Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $129,067, an ASIC Design Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $163,239, an ASIC Design Engineer Lead (7-10 years)earns $193,400,

What are the highest paying states for an ASIC Design Engineer I?

ASIC Design Engineer I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for ASIC Design Engineer I roles are District of Columbia $89,960, California $89,610, Massachusetts $88,420. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for ASIC Design Engineer level roles vary by specialization: ASIC Design Engineer Lead: $191,000; ASIC Design Engineer V: $190,980; Specialist ASIC Design Engineer: $161,200; ASIC Design Engineer IV: $161,200; ASIC Design Engineer III: $127,500.

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ASIC Design Engineer I Salary in Delaware

How much does an ASIC Design Engineer I make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an ASIC Design Engineer I in Delaware is $82,280 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $95,195
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $75,450 to $89,040
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $69,232

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ASIC Design Engineer I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$89,040	$7,420	$1,712	$43
Average	$82,280	$6,857	$1,582	$40
25th Percentile	$75,450	$6,288	$1,451	$36

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Key Factors That Influence ASIC Design Engineer I Salaries

An ASIC Design Engineer I'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 Experience Level Affects ASIC Design Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an ASIC Design Engineer I's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

ASIC Design Engineer I (0-2 years): $82,274
ASIC Design Engineer II (2-4 years): $103,529
ASIC Design Engineer III (4-7 years): $129,067
ASIC Design Engineer IV (7+ years): $163,239
ASIC Design Engineer Lead (7-10 years): $193,400

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
ASIC Design Engineer I	0-2 years	$82,274
ASIC Design Engineer II	2-4 years	$103,529
ASIC Design Engineer III	4-7 years	$129,067
ASIC Design Engineer IV	7+ years	$163,239
ASIC Design Engineer Lead	7-10 years	$193,400

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How Do ASIC Design Engineer I 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 ASIC Design Engineer Is. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $89,960.
California: $89,610.
Massachusetts: $88,420.

District of Columbia $89,960 California $89,610 Massachusetts $88,420 Washington $88,100 New Jersey $88,060 Alaska $87,950 Connecticut $86,830 New York $86,370

Hawaii $84,920 Rhode Island $84,240 Maryland $83,770 Minnesota $83,140 Colorado $82,900 Illinois $82,810 Oregon $82,510 Delaware $82,280

New Hampshire $82,140 Virginia $81,820 Pennsylvania $80,880 Nevada $80,410 North Dakota $80,260 Michigan $80,010 Wisconsin $79,920 Vermont $79,740

Texas $79,250 Maine $79,220 Arizona $79,170 Ohio $79,110 Georgia $78,360 Indiana $77,990 Wyoming $77,920 Utah $77,800

Iowa $77,750 Kansas $77,360 Louisiana $77,250 North Carolina $77,210 Missouri $77,190 Florida $76,880 Montana $76,710 Nebraska $76,540

Kentucky $76,450 South Carolina $76,130 Tennessee $75,930 Idaho $75,840 New Mexico $75,250 Oklahoma $75,120 Alabama $74,640 South Dakota $73,840

Arkansas $73,400 West Virginia $73,160 Mississippi $72,460

Top Paying Cities for ASIC Design Engineer Is

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:

Lincoln: $81,910
Little Creek: $82,510
Magnolia: $82,390

Lincoln, DE $81,910 Little Creek, DE $82,510 Magnolia, DE $82,390 Milford, DE $82,120 Marydel, DE $82,250 Millsboro, DE $81,560 Millville, DE $81,690 Milton, DE $81,830

Nassau, DE $81,890 Ocean View, DE $81,680 Rehoboth Beach, DE $81,830 Seaford, DE $81,880 Selbyville, DE $81,540 Smyrna, DE $82,560 Viola, DE $82,180 Woodside, DE $82,410

Bear, DE $82,220 Newark, DE $82,180 Claymont, DE $82,350 Delaware City, DE $82,270 Hockessin, DE $82,180 Kirkwood, DE $82,250 Middletown, DE $82,280 Montchanin, DE $82,200

New Castle, DE $82,210 Odessa, DE $82,320 Port Penn, DE $82,380 Rockland, DE $82,200 Saint Georges, DE $82,260 Townsend, DE $82,380 Winterthur, DE $82,210 Lewes, DE $81,860

Wilmington, DE $82,180 Dover, DE $82,510 Dover Afb, DE $82,070 Bethany Beach, DE $81,590 Bethel, DE $81,680 Bridgeville, DE $81,870 Camden Wyoming, DE $82,280 Cheswold, DE $82,480

Clayton, DE $82,480 Dagsboro, DE $81,530 Delmar, DE $81,400 Ellendale, DE $81,650 Felton, DE $82,110 Fenwick Island, DE $81,550 Frankford, DE $81,410 Frederica, DE $82,190

Georgetown, DE $81,500 Greenwood, DE $81,880 Harbeson, DE $81,590 Harrington, DE $82,010 Hartly, DE $82,260 Houston, DE $81,890 Kenton, DE $82,490 Laurel, DE $81,450

Yorklyn, DE $82,200

ASIC Design Engineer I Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

ASIC Design Engineer I salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $92,725. While startup companies pay approximate $78,455.

ASIC Design Engineer I Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$78,455
Growth Stage	51~500	$82,969
Established	501~5000	$89,554
Enterprise	5000+	$92,725

ASIC Design Engineer I Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For ASIC Design Engineer I roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 80% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, ASIC Design Engineer positions in Telecom. or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view ASIC Design Engineer I as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an ASIC Design Engineer I

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$106,964	$51.0	30%
Energy & Utilities	$102,850	$49.0	25%
Pharmaceuticals	$98,736	$47.0	20%
Aerospace & Defense	$94,622	$45.0	15%
Internet	$90,508	$44.0	10%

ASIC Design Engineer I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an ASIC Design Engineer I'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 July 01, 2026

$75,450

Average $82,280/year

$89,040

$6,288

Average $6,857/month

$7,420

$1,451

Average $1,582/week

$1,712

$36

Average $40/hour

$43

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$89,040	$7,420	$1,712	$43
Average	$82,280	$6,857	$1,582	$40
25th Percentile	$75,450	$6,288	$1,451	$36

ASIC Design Engineer I Salary Growth & Career Path

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For an ASIC Design Engineer I, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the ASIC Design Engineer II role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $103,600 - a projected growth of 26% over your current level.

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