What are the main factors that influence a Firmware Engineer VI'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 Firmware Engineer VI?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Firmware Engineer VI roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change A Firmware Engineer 's salary?

A Firmware Engineer 's salary grows with experience: a Firmware Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $143,296, a Firmware Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $162,590, a Firmware Engineer VI (10-12 years)earns $196,181, a Firmware Engineering Supervisor (12+ years)earns $124,211, a Firmware Engineering Manager (12+ years)earns $155,507,

What are the highest paying states for a Firmware Engineer VI?

Firmware Engineer VI salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Firmware Engineer VI roles are District of Columbia $214,500, California $213,700, Massachusetts $210,900. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Firmware Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Firmware Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Embedded Software Engineer VI: $193,721; Firmware Engineer V: $160,600; Firmware Engineer IV: $141,500; Firmware Engineer III: $116,000; Firmware Test Engineer: $103,426.

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Firmware Engineer VI Salary in Delaware

How much does a Firmware Engineer VI make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Firmware Engineer VI in Delaware is $196,200 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $94.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $224,284
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $184,600 to $210,900
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $174,039

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Firmware Engineer VI Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$210,900	$17,575	$4,056	$101
Average	$196,200	$16,350	$3,773	$94
25th Percentile	$184,600	$15,383	$3,550	$89

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Key Factors That Influence Firmware Engineer VI Salaries

A Firmware Engineer VI'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 Firmware Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Firmware Engineer VI'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:

Firmware Engineer IV (7+ years): $143,296
Firmware Engineer V (7-10 years): $162,590
Firmware Engineer VI (10-12 years): $196,181
Firmware Engineering Supervisor (12+ years): $124,211
Firmware Engineering Manager (12+ years): $155,507

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Firmware Engineer IV	7+ years	$143,296
Firmware Engineer V	7-10 years	$162,590
Firmware Engineer VI	10-12 years	$196,181
Firmware Engineering Supervisor	12+ years	$124,211
Firmware Engineering Manager	12+ years	$155,507

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How Do Firmware Engineer VI 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 Firmware Engineer VIs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $214,500.
California: $213,700.
Massachusetts: $210,900.

District of Columbia $214,500 California $213,700 Massachusetts $210,900 Washington $210,100 New Jersey $210,000 Alaska $209,800 Connecticut $207,100 New York $206,000

Hawaii $202,500 Rhode Island $200,900 Maryland $199,800 Minnesota $198,300 Colorado $197,700 Illinois $197,500 Oregon $196,800 Delaware $196,200

New Hampshire $195,900 Virginia $195,100 Pennsylvania $192,900 Nevada $191,800 North Dakota $191,400 Michigan $190,800 Wisconsin $190,600 Vermont $190,200

Texas $189,000 Maine $188,900 Arizona $188,800 Ohio $188,700 Georgia $186,900 Indiana $186,000 Wyoming $185,800 Utah $185,600

Iowa $185,400 Kansas $184,500 Louisiana $184,200 North Carolina $184,100 Missouri $184,100 Florida $183,300 Montana $182,900 Nebraska $182,600

Kentucky $182,300 South Carolina $181,600 Tennessee $181,100 Idaho $180,900 New Mexico $179,500 Oklahoma $179,200 Alabama $178,000 South Dakota $176,100

Arkansas $175,100 West Virginia $174,500 Mississippi $172,800

Top Paying Cities for Firmware Engineer VIs

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: $195,300
Little Creek: $196,800
Magnolia: $196,500

Lincoln, DE $195,300 Little Creek, DE $196,800 Magnolia, DE $196,500 Milford, DE $195,800 Marydel, DE $196,200 Millsboro, DE $194,500 Millville, DE $194,800 Milton, DE $195,200

Nassau, DE $195,300 Ocean View, DE $194,800 Rehoboth Beach, DE $195,200 Seaford, DE $195,300 Selbyville, DE $194,500 Smyrna, DE $196,900 Viola, DE $196,000 Woodside, DE $196,500

Bear, DE $196,100 Newark, DE $196,000 Claymont, DE $196,400 Delaware City, DE $196,200 Hockessin, DE $196,000 Kirkwood, DE $196,200 Middletown, DE $196,200 Montchanin, DE $196,000

New Castle, DE $196,100 Odessa, DE $196,300 Port Penn, DE $196,500 Rockland, DE $196,100 Saint Georges, DE $196,200 Townsend, DE $196,500 Winterthur, DE $196,100 Lewes, DE $195,200

Wilmington, DE $196,000 Dover, DE $196,800 Dover Afb, DE $195,700 Bethany Beach, DE $194,600 Bethel, DE $194,800 Bridgeville, DE $195,300 Camden Wyoming, DE $196,200 Cheswold, DE $196,700

Clayton, DE $196,700 Dagsboro, DE $194,500 Delmar, DE $194,100 Ellendale, DE $194,700 Felton, DE $195,800 Fenwick Island, DE $194,500 Frankford, DE $194,200 Frederica, DE $196,000

Georgetown, DE $194,400 Greenwood, DE $195,300 Harbeson, DE $194,600 Harrington, DE $195,600 Hartly, DE $196,200 Houston, DE $195,300 Kenton, DE $196,700 Laurel, DE $194,300

Yorklyn, DE $196,000

Firmware Engineer VI Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Firmware Engineer VI salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $219,448. While startup companies pay approximate $185,588.

Firmware Engineer VI Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$185,588
Growth Stage	51~500	$196,288
Established	501~5000	$211,919
Enterprise	5000+	$219,448

Firmware Engineer VI Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Firmware Engineer VI roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Firmware Engineer positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Firmware Engineer VI as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Firmware Engineer VI

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$255,060	$123.0	30%
Biotechnology	$251,136	$121.0	28%
Financial Services	$239,364	$115.0	22%
Pharmaceuticals	$235,440	$113.0	20%
Telecom	$235,440	$113.0	20%

Firmware Engineer VI Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Firmware Engineer VI'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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$184,600

Average $196,200/year

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Average $16,350/month

$17,575

$3,550

Average $3,773/week

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Average $94/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$210,900	$17,575	$4,056	$101
Average	$196,200	$16,350	$3,773	$94
25th Percentile	$184,600	$15,383	$3,550	$89

Firmware Engineer VI Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Firmware Engineer VI, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Firmware Engineering Supervisor role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $124,300 - a projected growth of -37% over your current level.

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