What are the main factors that influence a Hardware Development Engineer VI'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 - Specialist (7+ years)earns $140,568, a Hardware Design Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $165,956, a Hardware Development Engineer VI (10-12 years)earns $198,320, a Hardware Design Engineering Supervisor (12+ years)earns $129,455, a Hardware Design Engineering Manager (12+ years)earns $165,508,

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

Hardware Development Engineer VI salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Hardware Development Engineer VI roles are District of Columbia $216,900, California $216,100, Massachusetts $213,200. 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: Firmware Engineer VI: $220,700; Embedded Software Engineer VI: $220,661; Hardware R&D Engineer VI: $195,840; Hardware Engineer VI: $195,833; Database Development Engineer VI: $188,900.

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Hardware Development Engineer VI Salary in Delaware

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

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for a Hardware Development Engineer VI in Delaware is $198,400 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $95.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $214,257
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $186,800 to $206,700
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $176,239

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Hardware Development Engineer VI Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$206,700	$17,225	$3,975	$99
Average	$198,400	$16,533	$3,815	$95
25th Percentile	$186,800	$15,567	$3,592	$90

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Key Factors That Influence Hardware Development Engineer VI Salaries

A Hardware Development 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 Hardware Development Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Hardware Development 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:

Hardware Design Engineer - Specialist (7+ years): $140,568
Hardware Design Engineer V (7-10 years): $165,956
Hardware Development Engineer VI (10-12 years): $198,320
Hardware Design Engineering Supervisor (12+ years): $129,455
Hardware Design Engineering Manager (12+ years): $165,508

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Hardware Design Engineer - Specialist	7+ years	$140,568
Hardware Design Engineer V	7-10 years	$165,956
Hardware Development Engineer VI	10-12 years	$198,320
Hardware Design Engineering Supervisor	12+ years	$129,455
Hardware Design Engineering Manager	12+ years	$165,508

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

District of Columbia: $216,900.
California: $216,100.
Massachusetts: $213,200.

District of Columbia $216,900 California $216,100 Massachusetts $213,200 Washington $212,400 New Jersey $212,300 Alaska $212,000 Connecticut $209,300 New York $208,200

Hawaii $204,700 Rhode Island $203,100 Maryland $202,000 Minnesota $200,400 Colorado $199,900 Illinois $199,700 Oregon $198,900 Delaware $198,400

New Hampshire $198,000 Virginia $197,300 Pennsylvania $195,000 Nevada $193,900 North Dakota $193,500 Michigan $192,900 Wisconsin $192,700 Vermont $192,300

Texas $191,100 Maine $191,000 Arizona $190,900 Ohio $190,700 Georgia $188,900 Indiana $188,000 Wyoming $187,900 Utah $187,600

Iowa $187,500 Kansas $186,500 Louisiana $186,200 North Carolina $186,200 Missouri $186,100 Florida $185,300 Montana $184,900 Nebraska $184,500

Kentucky $184,300 South Carolina $183,500 Tennessee $183,100 Idaho $182,900 New Mexico $181,400 Oklahoma $181,100 Alabama $180,000 South Dakota $178,000

Arkansas $177,000 West Virginia $176,400 Mississippi $174,700

Top Paying Cities for Hardware Development 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: $205,300
Little Creek: $203,400
Magnolia: $204,200

Lincoln, DE $205,300 Little Creek, DE $203,400 Magnolia, DE $204,200 Milford, DE $205,300 Marydel, DE $202,600 Millsboro, DE $205,300 Millville, DE $206,700 Milton, DE $205,300

Nassau, DE $205,300 Ocean View, DE $206,700 Rehoboth Beach, DE $206,700 Seaford, DE $203,100 Selbyville, DE $206,700 Smyrna, DE $202,400 Viola, DE $204,200 Woodside, DE $203,700

Bear, DE $200,900 Newark, DE $201,000 Claymont, DE $201,200 Delaware City, DE $201,000 Hockessin, DE $201,200 Kirkwood, DE $201,000 Middletown, DE $202,000 Montchanin, DE $201,200

New Castle, DE $201,200 Odessa, DE $202,300 Port Penn, DE $200,400 Rockland, DE $201,200 Saint Georges, DE $201,000 Townsend, DE $202,000 Winterthur, DE $201,200 Lewes, DE $205,300

Wilmington, DE $201,200 Dover, DE $203,300 Dover Afb, DE $203,800 Bethany Beach, DE $206,700 Bethel, DE $203,100 Bridgeville, DE $205,300 Camden Wyoming, DE $203,500 Cheswold, DE $202,800

Clayton, DE $202,300 Dagsboro, DE $206,700 Delmar, DE $203,100 Ellendale, DE $205,300 Felton, DE $205,300 Fenwick Island, DE $206,700 Frankford, DE $206,700 Frederica, DE $205,300

Georgetown, DE $205,300 Greenwood, DE $205,300 Harbeson, DE $205,300 Harrington, DE $205,300 Hartly, DE $202,200 Houston, DE $205,300 Kenton, DE $202,300 Laurel, DE $203,100

Yorklyn, DE $201,200

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

Understanding how a Hardware Development 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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$186,800

Average $198,400/year

$206,700

$15,567

Average $16,533/month

$17,225

$3,592

Average $3,815/week

$3,975

$90

Average $95/hour

$99

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$206,700	$17,225	$3,975	$99
Average	$198,400	$16,533	$3,815	$95
25th Percentile	$186,800	$15,567	$3,592	$90

Hardware Development Engineer VI Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Hardware Development Engineer VI, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Hardware Design Engineering Supervisor role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $129,500 - a projected growth of -35% over your current level.

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