What are the main factors that influence an Electronics Design Engineer I'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 I (0-2 years)earns $83,133, an Electronics Design Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $100,768, an Electronics Design Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $122,294, an Electronics Design Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $145,614, an Electronics Design Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $171,402,

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

Electronics Design Engineer I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Electronics Design Engineer I roles are District of Columbia $90,900, California $90,600, Massachusetts $89,400. 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 VI: $221,420; Electronics Engineer VI: $221,411; Electronics Design Engineer V: $169,300; Electronics Design Engineer IV: $143,800; Electronics Design Engineer III: $120,800.

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Electronics Design Engineer I Salary in Delaware

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

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for an Electronics Design Engineer I in Delaware is $83,200 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $97,910
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $75,400 to $90,900
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $68,299

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Electronics Design Engineer I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$90,900	$7,575	$1,748	$44
Average	$83,200	$6,933	$1,600	$40
25th Percentile	$75,400	$6,283	$1,450	$36

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Key Factors That Influence Electronics Design Engineer I Salaries

An Electronics 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 Electronics Design Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Electronics 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:

Electronics Design Engineer I (0-2 years): $83,133
Electronics Design Engineer II (2-4 years): $100,768
Electronics Design Engineer III (4-7 years): $122,294
Electronics Design Engineer IV (7+ years): $145,614
Electronics Design Engineer V (7-10 years): $171,402

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Electronics Design Engineer I	0-2 years	$83,133
Electronics Design Engineer II	2-4 years	$100,768
Electronics Design Engineer III	4-7 years	$122,294
Electronics Design Engineer IV	7+ years	$145,614
Electronics Design Engineer V	7-10 years	$171,402

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

District of Columbia: $90,900.
California: $90,600.
Massachusetts: $89,400.

District of Columbia $90,900 California $90,600 Massachusetts $89,400 Washington $89,100 New Jersey $89,000 Alaska $88,900 Connecticut $87,800 New York $87,300

Hawaii $85,900 Rhode Island $85,200 Maryland $84,700 Minnesota $84,100 Colorado $83,800 Illinois $83,700 Oregon $83,400 Delaware $83,200

New Hampshire $83,000 Virginia $82,700 Pennsylvania $81,800 Nevada $81,300 North Dakota $81,100 Michigan $80,900 Wisconsin $80,800 Vermont $80,600

Maine $80,100 Texas $80,100 Arizona $80,000 Ohio $80,000 Georgia $79,200 Indiana $78,800 Wyoming $78,800 Utah $78,700

Iowa $78,600 Kansas $78,200 Louisiana $78,100 North Carolina $78,100 Missouri $78,000 Florida $77,700 Montana $77,600 Nebraska $77,400

Kentucky $77,300 South Carolina $77,000 Tennessee $76,800 Idaho $76,700 New Mexico $76,100 Oklahoma $76,000 Alabama $75,500 South Dakota $74,700

Arkansas $74,200 West Virginia $74,000 Mississippi $73,300

Top Paying Cities for Electronics 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: $86,100
Little Creek: $85,300
Magnolia: $85,600

Lincoln, DE $86,100 Little Creek, DE $85,300 Magnolia, DE $85,600 Milford, DE $86,100 Marydel, DE $85,000 Millsboro, DE $86,100 Millville, DE $86,700 Milton, DE $86,100

Nassau, DE $86,100 Ocean View, DE $86,700 Rehoboth Beach, DE $86,700 Seaford, DE $85,200 Selbyville, DE $86,700 Smyrna, DE $84,900 Viola, DE $85,600 Woodside, DE $85,400

Bear, DE $84,200 Newark, DE $84,300 Claymont, DE $84,300 Delaware City, DE $84,300 Hockessin, DE $84,300 Kirkwood, DE $84,300 Middletown, DE $84,700 Montchanin, DE $84,300

New Castle, DE $84,300 Odessa, DE $84,800 Port Penn, DE $84,100 Rockland, DE $84,300 Saint Georges, DE $84,300 Townsend, DE $84,700 Winterthur, DE $84,300 Lewes, DE $86,100

Wilmington, DE $84,300 Dover, DE $85,300 Dover Afb, DE $85,400 Bethany Beach, DE $86,700 Bethel, DE $85,200 Bridgeville, DE $86,100 Camden Wyoming, DE $85,300 Cheswold, DE $85,100

Clayton, DE $84,800 Dagsboro, DE $86,700 Delmar, DE $85,200 Ellendale, DE $86,100 Felton, DE $86,100 Fenwick Island, DE $86,700 Frankford, DE $86,700 Frederica, DE $86,100

Georgetown, DE $86,100 Greenwood, DE $86,100 Harbeson, DE $86,100 Harrington, DE $86,100 Hartly, DE $84,800 Houston, DE $86,100 Kenton, DE $84,800 Laurel, DE $85,200

Yorklyn, DE $84,300

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

Understanding how an Electronics 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.

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$75,400

Average $83,200/year

$90,900

$6,283

Average $6,933/month

$7,575

$1,450

Average $1,600/week

$1,748

$36

Average $40/hour

$44

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$90,900	$7,575	$1,748	$44
Average	$83,200	$6,933	$1,600	$40
25th Percentile	$75,400	$6,283	$1,450	$36

Electronics Design Engineer I Salary Growth & Career Path

Electronics Design Engineer I

Digital Signal Processing Engineer II

EE II

Electronics Design Engineer II

RF Engineer II

Digital Signal Processing Engineer III

EE III

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RF Engineer III

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As an Electronics Design Engineer I, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Electronics Design Engineer I Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Digital Signal Processing Engineer II	$100,800	21%
EE II	$100,600	21%
Electronics Design Engineer II	$100,800	21%
RF Engineer II	$100,790	21%

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