What are the main factors that influence an Embedded Software Engineer V's salary?

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

How does experience change an Embedded Software Engineer V's salary?

An Embedded Software Engineer V's salary grows with experience: starting around $159,657 for beginners, reaching about $160,428 at mid-level, and approach $162,412 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Embedded Software Engineer V?

Embedded Software Engineer V salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Embedded Software Engineer V roles are District of Columbia $177,809, California $177,134, Massachusetts $174,773. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Embedded Software Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Embedded Software Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Embedded Software Engineer VI: $220,058; Embedded Software Engineer Lead: $150,077; Senior Embedded Software Engineer: $145,717; Embedded Software Engineer IV: $141,490; Embedded Software Development Engineer: $132,717.

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Embedded Software Engineer V Salary in Delaware

How much does an Embedded Software Engineer V make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for an Embedded Software Engineer V in Delaware is $162,633 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $78.

However, an Embedded Software Engineer V's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $177,638
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $155,248 to $170,487
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $148,525

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Embedded Software Engineer V Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$170,487	$14,207	$3,279	$82
Average	$162,633	$13,553	$3,128	$78
25th Percentile	$155,248	$12,937	$2,986	$75

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Key Factors That Influence Embedded Software Engineer V Salaries

An Embedded Software Engineer V'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 Embedded Software Engineer V Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Embedded Software Engineer V'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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $159,657
Early Career (1-2 years): $160,208
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $160,428
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $161,530
Expert (over 8 years): $162,412

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Embedded Software Engineer V	$159,657
Intermediate Level Embedded Software Engineer V	$160,208
Senior Level Embedded Software Engineer V	$160,428
Specialist Level Embedded Software Engineer V	$161,530
Expert Level Embedded Software Engineer V	$162,412

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How Do Embedded Software Engineer V 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 Embedded Software Engineer Vs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $177,809.
California: $177,134.
Massachusetts: $174,773.

District of Columbia $177,809 California $177,134 Massachusetts $174,773 Washington $174,131 New Jersey $174,067 Alaska $173,842 Connecticut $171,626 New York $170,726

Hawaii $167,852 Rhode Island $166,503 Maryland $165,587 Minnesota $164,335 Colorado $163,853 Illinois $163,692 Oregon $163,082 Delaware $162,633

New Hampshire $162,350 Virginia $161,717 Pennsylvania $159,870 Nevada $158,939 North Dakota $158,634 Michigan $158,152 Wisconsin $157,975 Vermont $157,622

Texas $156,642 Maine $156,578 Arizona $156,482 Ohio $156,369 Georgia $154,892 Indiana $154,153 Wyoming $154,009 Utah $153,784

Iowa $153,688 Kansas $152,917 Louisiana $152,692 North Carolina $152,612 Missouri $152,579 Florida $151,953 Montana $151,616 Nebraska $151,295

Kentucky $151,118 South Carolina $150,476 Tennessee $150,074 Idaho $149,914 New Mexico $148,741 Oklahoma $148,484 Alabama $147,537 South Dakota $145,947

Arkansas $145,080 West Virginia $144,614 Mississippi $143,217

Top Paying Cities for Embedded Software Engineer Vs

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: $168,318
Little Creek: $166,760
Magnolia: $167,450

Lincoln, DE $168,318 Little Creek, DE $166,760 Magnolia, DE $167,450 Milford, DE $168,318 Marydel, DE $166,133 Millsboro, DE $168,318 Millville, DE $169,442 Milton, DE $168,318

Nassau, DE $168,318 Ocean View, DE $169,442 Rehoboth Beach, DE $169,442 Seaford, DE $166,551 Selbyville, DE $169,442 Smyrna, DE $165,941 Viola, DE $167,450 Woodside, DE $166,969

Bear, DE $164,720 Newark, DE $164,784 Claymont, DE $164,913 Delaware City, DE $164,784 Hockessin, DE $164,913 Kirkwood, DE $164,784 Middletown, DE $165,604 Montchanin, DE $164,913

New Castle, DE $164,913 Odessa, DE $165,828 Port Penn, DE $164,335 Rockland, DE $164,913 Saint Georges, DE $164,784 Townsend, DE $165,587 Winterthur, DE $164,913 Lewes, DE $168,318

Wilmington, DE $164,913 Dover, DE $166,679 Dover Afb, DE $167,065 Bethany Beach, DE $169,442 Bethel, DE $166,551 Bridgeville, DE $168,318 Camden Wyoming, DE $166,856 Cheswold, DE $166,294

Clayton, DE $165,877 Dagsboro, DE $169,442 Delmar, DE $166,551 Ellendale, DE $168,318 Felton, DE $168,318 Fenwick Island, DE $169,442 Frankford, DE $169,442 Frederica, DE $168,318

Georgetown, DE $168,318 Greenwood, DE $168,318 Harbeson, DE $168,318 Harrington, DE $168,318 Hartly, DE $165,796 Houston, DE $168,318 Kenton, DE $165,877 Laurel, DE $166,551

Yorklyn, DE $164,913

Embedded Software Engineer V Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Embedded Software Engineer V'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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$155,248

Average $162,633/year

$170,487

$12,937

Average $13,553/month

$14,207

$2,986

Average $3,128/week

$3,279

$75

Average $78/hour

$82

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$170,487	$14,207	$3,279	$82
Average	$162,633	$13,553	$3,128	$78
25th Percentile	$155,248	$12,937	$2,986	$75

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