What are the main factors that influence a Hardware Development Engineer IV's salary?

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

How does experience change A Hardware Development Engineer 's salary?

A Hardware Development Engineer 's salary grows with experience: a Hardware Design Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $99,805, a Hardware Design Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $115,728, a Hardware Development Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $140,565, a Hardware Design Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $165,945, a Hardware Development Engineer VI (10-12 years)earns $198,313,

What are the highest paying states for a Hardware Development Engineer IV?

Hardware Development Engineer IV salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Hardware Development Engineer IV roles are District of Columbia $153,703, California $153,113, Massachusetts $151,073. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Hardware Development Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Hardware Development Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Hardware Development Engineer VI: $195,900; Hardware Engineer VI: $195,826; Hardware Development Engineer V: $163,890; Hardware Design Engineer IV: $138,810; Hardware Engineer IV: $138,802.

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Hardware Development Engineer IV Salary in Delaware

How much does a Hardware Development Engineer IV make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Hardware Development Engineer IV in Delaware is $140,583 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $68.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $154,376
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $131,873 to $147,803
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $123,943

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Hardware Development Engineer IV Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$147,803	$12,317	$2,842	$71
Average	$140,583	$11,715	$2,704	$68
25th Percentile	$131,873	$10,989	$2,536	$63

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Key Factors That Influence Hardware Development Engineer IV Salaries

A Hardware Development Engineer IV'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 Hardware Development Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Hardware Development Engineer IV'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:

Hardware Design Engineer II (2-4 years): $99,805
Hardware Design Engineer III (4-7 years): $115,728
Hardware Development Engineer IV (7+ years): $140,565
Hardware Design Engineer V (7-10 years): $165,945
Hardware Development Engineer VI (10-12 years): $198,313

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Hardware Design Engineer II	2-4 years	$99,805
Hardware Design Engineer III	4-7 years	$115,728
Hardware Development Engineer IV	7+ years	$140,565
Hardware Design Engineer V	7-10 years	$165,945
Hardware Development Engineer VI	10-12 years	$198,313

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How Do Hardware Development Engineer IV 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 Hardware Development Engineer IVs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $153,703.
California: $153,113.
Massachusetts: $151,073.

District of Columbia $153,703 California $153,113 Massachusetts $151,073 Washington $150,523 New Jersey $150,463 Alaska $150,273 Connecticut $148,353 New York $147,583

Hawaii $145,093 Rhode Island $143,923 Maryland $143,133 Minnesota $142,053 Colorado $141,633 Illinois $141,503 Oregon $140,973 Delaware $140,583

New Hampshire $140,343 Virginia $139,793 Pennsylvania $138,193 Nevada $137,393 North Dakota $137,123 Michigan $136,713 Wisconsin $136,553 Vermont $136,253

Texas $135,403 Maine $135,353 Arizona $135,263 Ohio $135,173 Georgia $133,893 Indiana $133,253 Wyoming $133,133 Utah $132,933

Iowa $132,853 Kansas $132,183 Louisiana $131,993 North Carolina $131,923 Missouri $131,893 Florida $131,353 Montana $131,063 Nebraska $130,783

Kentucky $130,633 South Carolina $130,073 Tennessee $129,733 Idaho $129,593 New Mexico $128,573 Oklahoma $128,353 Alabama $127,533 South Dakota $126,163

Arkansas $125,413 West Virginia $125,013 Mississippi $123,803

Top Paying Cities for Hardware Development Engineer IVs

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: $145,493
Little Creek: $144,153
Magnolia: $144,743

Lincoln, DE $145,493 Little Creek, DE $144,153 Magnolia, DE $144,743 Milford, DE $145,493 Marydel, DE $143,613 Millsboro, DE $145,493 Millville, DE $146,463 Milton, DE $145,493

Nassau, DE $145,493 Ocean View, DE $146,463 Rehoboth Beach, DE $146,463 Seaford, DE $143,973 Selbyville, DE $146,463 Smyrna, DE $143,443 Viola, DE $144,743 Woodside, DE $144,333

Bear, DE $142,383 Newark, DE $142,443 Claymont, DE $142,553 Delaware City, DE $142,443 Hockessin, DE $142,553 Kirkwood, DE $142,443 Middletown, DE $143,153 Montchanin, DE $142,553

New Castle, DE $142,553 Odessa, DE $143,343 Port Penn, DE $142,053 Rockland, DE $142,553 Saint Georges, DE $142,443 Townsend, DE $143,133 Winterthur, DE $142,553 Lewes, DE $145,493

Wilmington, DE $142,553 Dover, DE $144,083 Dover Afb, DE $144,413 Bethany Beach, DE $146,463 Bethel, DE $143,973 Bridgeville, DE $145,493 Camden Wyoming, DE $144,233 Cheswold, DE $143,743

Clayton, DE $143,383 Dagsboro, DE $146,463 Delmar, DE $143,973 Ellendale, DE $145,493 Felton, DE $145,493 Fenwick Island, DE $146,463 Frankford, DE $146,463 Frederica, DE $145,493

Georgetown, DE $145,493 Greenwood, DE $145,493 Harbeson, DE $145,493 Harrington, DE $145,493 Hartly, DE $143,313 Houston, DE $145,493 Kenton, DE $143,383 Laurel, DE $143,973

Yorklyn, DE $142,553

Hardware Development Engineer IV Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Hardware Development Engineer IV'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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$131,873

Average $140,583/year

$147,803

$10,989

Average $11,715/month

$12,317

$2,536

Average $2,704/week

$2,842

$63

Average $68/hour

$71

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$147,803	$12,317	$2,842	$71
Average	$140,583	$11,715	$2,704	$68
25th Percentile	$131,873	$10,989	$2,536	$63

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