What are the main factors that influence an ASIC Design Engineer Lead'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 Lead?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for ASIC Design Engineer Lead roles, with salaries approximately 15% above the market median.

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

An ASIC Design Engineer Lead's salary grows with experience: 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, an ASIC Design Engineering Manager (10+ years)earns $178,558, an ASIC Design Engineering Director (10+ years)earns $251,926,

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

ASIC Design Engineer Lead salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for ASIC Design Engineer Lead roles are District of Columbia $211,500, California $210,700, Massachusetts $207,900. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for ASIC Design Engineer Lead level roles vary by specialization: ASIC Design Engineer V: $190,980; ASIC Design Engineer IV: $161,200; Specialist ASIC Design Engineer: $161,200; ASIC Design Engineer III: $127,500; Senior ASIC Design Engineer: $127,450.

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ASIC Design Engineer Lead Salary in Delaware

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

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an ASIC Design Engineer Lead in Delaware is $193,500 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $93.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $218,145
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $185,300 to $206,400
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $177,834

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ASIC Design Engineer Lead Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$206,400	$17,200	$3,969	$99
Average	$193,500	$16,125	$3,721	$93
25th Percentile	$185,300	$15,442	$3,563	$89

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Key Factors That Influence ASIC Design Engineer Lead Salaries

An ASIC Design Engineer Lead'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 Lead Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an ASIC Design Engineer Lead'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 III (4-7 years): $129,067
ASIC Design Engineer IV (7+ years): $163,239
ASIC Design Engineer Lead (7-10 years): $193,400
ASIC Design Engineering Manager (10+ years): $178,558
ASIC Design Engineering Director (10+ years): $251,926

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
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
ASIC Design Engineering Manager	10+ years	$178,558
ASIC Design Engineering Director	10+ years	$251,926

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

District of Columbia: $211,500.
California: $210,700.
Massachusetts: $207,900.

District of Columbia $211,500 California $210,700 Massachusetts $207,900 Washington $207,100 New Jersey $207,000 Alaska $206,800 Connecticut $204,100 New York $203,100

Hawaii $199,700 Rhode Island $198,100 Maryland $197,000 Minnesota $195,500 Colorado $194,900 Illinois $194,700 Oregon $194,000 Delaware $193,500

New Hampshire $193,100 Virginia $192,400 Pennsylvania $190,200 Nevada $189,100 North Dakota $188,700 Michigan $188,100 Wisconsin $187,900 Vermont $187,500

Maine $186,300 Texas $186,300 Arizona $186,100 Ohio $186,000 Georgia $184,200 Indiana $183,400 Wyoming $183,200 Utah $182,900

Iowa $182,800 Kansas $181,900 Louisiana $181,600 Missouri $181,500 North Carolina $181,500 Florida $180,800 Montana $180,300 Nebraska $180,000

Kentucky $179,800 South Carolina $179,000 Tennessee $178,500 Idaho $178,300 New Mexico $176,900 Oklahoma $176,600 Alabama $175,500 South Dakota $173,600

Arkansas $172,600 West Virginia $172,000 Mississippi $170,400

Top Paying Cities for ASIC Design Engineer Leads

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: $192,600
Little Creek: $194,000
Magnolia: $193,700

Lincoln, DE $192,600 Little Creek, DE $194,000 Magnolia, DE $193,700 Milford, DE $193,100 Marydel, DE $193,400 Millsboro, DE $191,800 Millville, DE $192,100 Milton, DE $192,400

Nassau, DE $192,500 Ocean View, DE $192,000 Rehoboth Beach, DE $192,400 Seaford, DE $192,500 Selbyville, DE $191,700 Smyrna, DE $194,100 Viola, DE $193,200 Woodside, DE $193,700

Bear, DE $193,300 Newark, DE $193,200 Claymont, DE $193,600 Delaware City, DE $193,400 Hockessin, DE $193,200 Kirkwood, DE $193,400 Middletown, DE $193,500 Montchanin, DE $193,300

New Castle, DE $193,300 Odessa, DE $193,600 Port Penn, DE $193,700 Rockland, DE $193,300 Saint Georges, DE $193,400 Townsend, DE $193,700 Winterthur, DE $193,300 Lewes, DE $192,500

Wilmington, DE $193,200 Dover, DE $194,000 Dover Afb, DE $193,000 Bethany Beach, DE $191,800 Bethel, DE $192,000 Bridgeville, DE $192,500 Camden Wyoming, DE $193,400 Cheswold, DE $193,900

Clayton, DE $193,900 Dagsboro, DE $191,700 Delmar, DE $191,400 Ellendale, DE $192,000 Felton, DE $193,100 Fenwick Island, DE $191,700 Frankford, DE $191,400 Frederica, DE $193,200

Georgetown, DE $191,600 Greenwood, DE $192,500 Harbeson, DE $191,800 Harrington, DE $192,800 Hartly, DE $193,400 Houston, DE $192,500 Kenton, DE $193,900 Laurel, DE $191,500

Yorklyn, DE $193,300

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

ASIC Design Engineer Lead salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $218,063. While startup companies pay approximate $184,504.

ASIC Design Engineer Lead Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$184,504
Growth Stage	51~500	$195,120
Established	501~5000	$210,606
Enterprise	5000+	$218,063

ASIC Design Engineer Lead Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For ASIC Design Engineer Lead roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 30% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 15% above the average. In contrast, ASIC Design Engineer Lead positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Telecom typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view ASIC Design Engineer Lead as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an ASIC Design Engineer Lead

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$222,525	$107.0	15%

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

Understanding how an ASIC Design Engineer Lead'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.

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$185,300

Average $193,500/year

$206,400

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Average $16,125/month

$17,200

$3,563

Average $3,721/week

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Average $93/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$206,400	$17,200	$3,969	$99
Average	$193,500	$16,125	$3,721	$93
25th Percentile	$185,300	$15,442	$3,563	$89

ASIC Design Engineer Lead Salary Growth & Career Path

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For an ASIC Design Engineer Lead, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the ASIC Design Engineering Manager role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $178,600 - a projected growth of -8% over your current level.

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