What are the main factors that influence a Product Reliability Engineer IV'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 Product Reliability Engineer IV?

The Internet industry offers the highest average compensation for Product Reliability Engineer IV roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Product Reliability Engineer 's salary?

A Product Reliability Engineer 's salary grows with experience: a Failure Analysis Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $103,336, a Failure Analysis Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $124,604, a Product Reliability Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $151,709, an Expert/Consultant Reliability Engineer (7-10 years)earns $179,002, a Product Reliability Engineering Supervisor (10+ years)earns $138,742,

What are the highest paying states for a Product Reliability Engineer IV?

Product Reliability Engineer IV salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Product Reliability Engineer IV roles are District of Columbia $151,710, California $151,140, Massachusetts $149,120. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Product Reliability Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Product Reliability Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Product Reliability Engineer V: $161,690; Lead Reliability Engineer: $161,680; Reliability Engineer V: $161,671; Reliability Analysis Engineer IV: $137,090; Specialist Reliability Engineer: $137,033.

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Product Reliability Engineer IV Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Product Reliability Engineer IV make in District of Columbia?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Product Reliability Engineer IV in District of Columbia is $151,710 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $73.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $166,803
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $141,820 to $159,610
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $132,816

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Product Reliability Engineer IV Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$159,610	$13,301	$3,069	$77
Average	$151,710	$12,643	$2,918	$73
25th Percentile	$141,820	$11,818	$2,727	$68

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Key Factors That Influence Product Reliability Engineer IV Salaries

A Product Reliability 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 Product Reliability Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Product Reliability 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:

Failure Analysis Engineer II (2-4 years): $103,336
Failure Analysis Engineer III (4-7 years): $124,604
Product Reliability Engineer IV (7+ years): $151,709
Expert/Consultant Reliability Engineer (7-10 years): $179,002
Product Reliability Engineering Supervisor (10+ years): $138,742

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Failure Analysis Engineer II	2-4 years	$103,336
Failure Analysis Engineer III	4-7 years	$124,604
Product Reliability Engineer IV	7+ years	$151,709
Expert/Consultant Reliability Engineer	7-10 years	$179,002
Product Reliability Engineering Supervisor	10+ years	$138,742

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How Do Product Reliability 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 Product Reliability Engineer IVs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $151,710.
California: $151,140.
Massachusetts: $149,120.

District of Columbia $151,710 California $151,140 Massachusetts $149,120 Washington $148,580 New Jersey $148,520 Alaska $148,330 Connecticut $146,440 New York $145,670

Hawaii $143,220 Rhode Island $142,070 Maryland $141,290 Minnesota $140,220 Colorado $139,810 Illinois $139,670 Oregon $139,150 Delaware $138,770

New Hampshire $138,520 Virginia $137,980 Pennsylvania $136,410 Nevada $135,610 North Dakota $135,350 Michigan $134,940 Wisconsin $134,790 Vermont $134,490

Texas $133,650 Maine $133,600 Arizona $133,520 Ohio $133,420 Georgia $132,160 Indiana $131,530 Wyoming $131,410 Utah $131,220

Iowa $131,130 Kansas $130,480 Louisiana $130,280 North Carolina $130,220 Missouri $130,190 Florida $129,650 Montana $129,370 Nebraska $129,090

Kentucky $128,940 South Carolina $128,390 Tennessee $128,050 Idaho $127,910 New Mexico $126,910 Oklahoma $126,690 Alabama $125,890 South Dakota $124,530

Arkansas $123,790 West Virginia $123,390 Mississippi $122,200

Top Paying Cities for Product Reliability 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:

Parcel Return Service: $150,890
Washington: $150,890
Naval Anacost Annex: $150,880

Parcel Return Service, DC $150,890 Washington, DC $150,890 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $150,880 Washington Navy Yard, DC $150,890

Product Reliability Engineer IV Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Product Reliability Engineer IV salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $169,686. While startup companies pay approximate $143,504.

Product Reliability Engineer IV Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$143,504
Growth Stage	51~500	$151,778
Established	501~5000	$163,865
Enterprise	5000+	$169,686

Product Reliability Engineer IV Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Product Reliability Engineer IV roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 39% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Internet and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Product Reliability Engineer positions in Transportation or Media typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Product Reliability Engineer IV as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Product Reliability Engineer IV

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Internet	$182,052	$88.0	20%
Pharmaceuticals	$179,018	$86.0	18%
Financial Services	$174,466	$84.0	15%
Aerospace & Defense	$169,915	$82.0	12%
Construction	$166,881	$80.0	10%

Product Reliability Engineer IV Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Product Reliability 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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$141,820

Average $151,710/year

$159,610

$11,818

Average $12,643/month

$13,301

$2,727

Average $2,918/week

$3,069

$68

Average $73/hour

$77

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$159,610	$13,301	$3,069	$77
Average	$151,710	$12,643	$2,918	$73
25th Percentile	$141,820	$11,818	$2,727	$68

Product Reliability Engineer IV Salary Growth & Career Path

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Product Reliability Engineering Supervisor

For a Product Reliability Engineer IV, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Expert/Consultant Reliability Engineer role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $179,100 - a projected growth of 18% over your current level.

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