What are the main factors that influence an Integrated Circuit (IC) Design Engineer III'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 Integrated Circuit (IC) Design Engineer III?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Integrated Circuit (IC) Design Engineer III roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

How does experience change An Integrated Circuit (IC) Design Engineer 's salary?

An Integrated Circuit (IC) Design Engineer 's salary grows with experience: an Integrated Circuit (IC) Design Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $101,652, an Integrated Circuit (IC) Design Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $126,250, an Integrated Circuit (IC) Design Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $133,369, an Integrated Circuit (IC) Design Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $159,989,

What are the highest paying states for an Integrated Circuit (IC) Design Engineer III?

Integrated Circuit (IC) Design Engineer III salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Integrated Circuit (IC) Design Engineer III roles are District of Columbia $134,900, California $134,400, Massachusetts $132,600. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Integrated Circuit (IC) Design Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Integrated Circuit (IC) Design Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Integrated Circuit (IC) Design Engineer V: $154,400; Integrated Circuit (IC) Design Engineer IV: $128,700; Integrated Solutions Engineer III: $128,292; Analog Circuit Design Engineer: $113,520; Integrated Circuit Designer: $108,696.

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Integrated Circuit (IC) Design Engineer III Salary in Rhode Island

How much does an Integrated Circuit (IC) Design Engineer III make in Rhode Island?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Integrated Circuit (IC) Design Engineer III in Rhode Island is $126,300 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $61.

However, an Integrated Circuit (IC) Design Engineer III's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $145,213
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $116,000 to $136,200
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $106,622

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Integrated Circuit (IC) Design Engineer III Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$136,200	$11,350	$2,619	$65
Average	$126,300	$10,525	$2,429	$61
25th Percentile	$116,000	$9,667	$2,231	$56

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Key Factors That Influence Integrated Circuit (IC) Design Engineer III Salaries

An Integrated Circuit (IC) Design Engineer III'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 Integrated Circuit (IC) Design Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Integrated Circuit (IC) Design Engineer III'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:

Integrated Circuit (IC) Design Engineer II (2-4 years): $101,652
Integrated Circuit (IC) Design Engineer III (4-7 years): $126,250
Integrated Circuit (IC) Design Engineer IV (7+ years): $133,369
Integrated Circuit (IC) Design Engineer V (7-10 years): $159,989

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Integrated Circuit (IC) Design Engineer II	2-4 years	$101,652
Integrated Circuit (IC) Design Engineer III	4-7 years	$126,250
Integrated Circuit (IC) Design Engineer IV	7+ years	$133,369
Integrated Circuit (IC) Design Engineer V	7-10 years	$159,989

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How Do Integrated Circuit (IC) Design Engineer III 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 Integrated Circuit (IC) Design Engineer IIIs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $134,900.
California: $134,400.
Massachusetts: $132,600.

District of Columbia $134,900 California $134,400 Massachusetts $132,600 Washington $132,100 New Jersey $132,000 Alaska $131,900 Connecticut $130,200 New York $129,500

Hawaii $127,300 Rhode Island $126,300 Maryland $125,600 Minnesota $124,700 Colorado $124,300 Illinois $124,200 Oregon $123,700 Delaware $123,400

New Hampshire $123,200 Virginia $122,700 Pennsylvania $121,300 Nevada $120,600 North Dakota $120,300 Michigan $120,000 Wisconsin $119,800 Vermont $119,600

Maine $118,800 Texas $118,800 Arizona $118,700 Ohio $118,600 Georgia $117,500 Indiana $116,900 Wyoming $116,800 Utah $116,700

Iowa $116,600 Kansas $116,000 Louisiana $115,800 North Carolina $115,800 Missouri $115,700 Florida $115,300 Montana $115,000 Nebraska $114,800

Kentucky $114,600 South Carolina $114,100 Tennessee $113,800 Idaho $113,700 New Mexico $112,800 Oklahoma $112,600 Alabama $111,900 South Dakota $110,700

Arkansas $110,100 West Virginia $109,700 Mississippi $108,600

Top Paying Cities for Integrated Circuit (IC) Design Engineer IIIs

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:

Adamsville: $127,900
Albion: $126,800
Ashaway: $127,600

Adamsville, RI $127,900 Albion, RI $126,800 Ashaway, RI $127,600 Barrington, RI $126,500 Block Island, RI $127,200 Bradford, RI $127,600 Bristol, RI $127,000 Carolina, RI $127,300

Charlestown, RI $127,400 Chepachet, RI $127,100 Clayville, RI $126,800 Coventry, RI $126,800 West Greenwich, RI $127,100 East Greenwich, RI $126,700 Exeter, RI $127,100 Fiskeville, RI $126,500

Forestdale, RI $127,400 Foster, RI $127,100 Glendale, RI $127,400 Greene, RI $127,200 Greenville, RI $126,500 Harmony, RI $126,700 Harrisville, RI $127,400 Hope, RI $126,500

Hope Valley, RI $127,500 Hopkinton, RI $127,700 Jamestown, RI $127,300 Kenyon, RI $127,300 Little Compton, RI $127,900 Manville, RI $127,000 Mapleville, RI $127,200 Newport, RI $127,400

Middletown, RI $127,400 North Kingstown, RI $126,900 North Scituate, RI $126,700 Oakland, RI $127,300 Pascoag, RI $127,500 Pawtucket, RI $126,300 Central Falls, RI $126,300 Cumberland, RI $127,000

Lincoln, RI $126,500 Portsmouth, RI $127,400 Prudence Island, RI $127,100 Rockville, RI $127,700 Saunderstown, RI $127,200 Shannock, RI $127,300 Slatersville, RI $127,400 Slocum, RI $127,200

Tiverton, RI $127,800 Wakefield, RI $127,300 Kingston, RI $127,200 Narragansett, RI $127,300 Peace Dale, RI $127,300 Warren, RI $126,800 Warwick, RI $126,400 Westerly, RI $127,700

West Kingston, RI $127,300 West Warwick, RI $126,600 Wood River Junction, RI $127,500 Woonsocket, RI $127,400 North Smithfield, RI $127,200 Wyoming, RI $127,300 Providence, RI $126,200 Cranston, RI $126,300

North Providence, RI $126,300 East Providence, RI $126,200 Riverside, RI $126,300 Rumford, RI $126,300 Smithfield, RI $126,500 Johnston, RI $126,300

Integrated Circuit (IC) Design Engineer III Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Integrated Circuit (IC) Design Engineer III salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $141,289. While startup companies pay approximate $119,497.

Integrated Circuit (IC) Design Engineer III Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$119,497
Growth Stage	51~500	$126,392
Established	501~5000	$136,433
Enterprise	5000+	$141,289

Integrated Circuit (IC) Design Engineer III Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Integrated Circuit (IC) Design Engineer III roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 70% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Integrated Circuit (IC) Design Engineer positions in Telecom or MFG Nondurable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Integrated Circuit (IC) Design Engineer III as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Integrated Circuit (IC) Design Engineer III

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$176,820	$85.0	40%
Internet	$151,560	$73.0	20%

Integrated Circuit (IC) Design Engineer III Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Integrated Circuit (IC) Design Engineer III'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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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$136,200	$11,350	$2,619	$65
Average	$126,300	$10,525	$2,429	$61
25th Percentile	$116,000	$9,667	$2,231	$56

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As an Integrated Circuit (IC) Design Engineer III, 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.

Integrated Circuit (IC) Design Engineer III Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Aviation Engineer IV	$145,400	15%
Aerospace Aviation Engineer IV	$145,310	15%
Engineer - Specialist/Project Lead	$145,400	15%
GNC Engineer IV	$140,500	11%

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Integrated Circuit (IC) Design Engineer III Salary in Rhode Island

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