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

A Hardware Engineer 's salary grows with experience: a Hardware Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $140,562, a Hardware Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $165,934, a Hardware Engineer VI (10-12 years)earns $198,306, a Hardware Engineering Supervisor (12+ years)earns $129,437, a Hardware Engineering Manager (12+ years)earns $165,518,

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

Hardware Engineer VI salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Hardware Engineer VI roles are District of Columbia $216,811, California $215,988, Massachusetts $213,110. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Hardware Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Hardware Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Electronic Systems Engineer VI: $221,500; Electronics Design Engineer VI: $221,460; Electronics Engineer VI: $221,454; Electrical Engineer VI: $200,774; Hardware Development Engineer VI: $195,900.

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Hardware Engineer VI Salary in Delaware

How much does a Hardware Engineer VI make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Hardware Engineer VI in Delaware is $198,306 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $95.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $214,080
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $186,682 to $206,562
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $176,099

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Hardware Engineer VI Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$206,562	$17,214	$3,972	$99
Average	$198,306	$16,525	$3,814	$95
25th Percentile	$186,682	$15,557	$3,590	$90

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Key Factors That Influence Hardware Engineer VI Salaries

A Hardware 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 Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Hardware 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 Engineer IV (7+ years): $140,562
Hardware Engineer V (7-10 years): $165,934
Hardware Engineer VI (10-12 years): $198,306
Hardware Engineering Supervisor (12+ years): $129,437
Hardware Engineering Manager (12+ years): $165,518

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Hardware Engineer IV	7+ years	$140,562
Hardware Engineer V	7-10 years	$165,934
Hardware Engineer VI	10-12 years	$198,306
Hardware Engineering Supervisor	12+ years	$129,437
Hardware Engineering Manager	12+ years	$165,518

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

District of Columbia: $216,811.
California: $215,988.
Massachusetts: $213,110.

District of Columbia $216,811 California $215,988 Massachusetts $213,110 Washington $212,327 New Jersey $212,248 Alaska $211,974 Connecticut $209,272 New York $208,175

Hawaii $204,670 Rhode Island $203,025 Maryland $201,909 Minnesota $200,382 Colorado $199,794 Illinois $199,598 Oregon $198,854 Delaware $198,306

New Hampshire $197,961 Virginia $197,190 Pennsylvania $194,938 Nevada $193,802 North Dakota $193,430 Michigan $192,843 Wisconsin $192,627 Vermont $192,196

Texas $191,002 Maine $190,924 Arizona $190,806 Ohio $190,669 Georgia $188,867 Indiana $187,967 Wyoming $187,790 Utah $187,516

Iowa $187,399 Kansas $186,459 Louisiana $186,185 North Carolina $186,087 Missouri $186,048 Florida $185,284 Montana $184,873 Nebraska $184,481

Kentucky $184,266 South Carolina $183,482 Tennessee $182,993 Idaho $182,797 New Mexico $181,368 Oklahoma $181,054 Alabama $179,899 South Dakota $177,960

Arkansas $176,903 West Virginia $176,335 Mississippi $174,631

Top Paying Cities for Hardware 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: $197,413
Little Creek: $198,858
Magnolia: $198,572

Lincoln, DE $197,413 Little Creek, DE $198,858 Magnolia, DE $198,572 Milford, DE $197,914 Marydel, DE $198,239 Millsboro, DE $196,585 Millville, DE $196,888 Milton, DE $197,229

Nassau, DE $197,372 Ocean View, DE $196,855 Rehoboth Beach, DE $197,233 Seaford, DE $197,344 Selbyville, DE $196,528 Smyrna, DE $198,995 Viola, DE $198,079 Woodside, DE $198,611

Bear, DE $198,153 Newark, DE $198,079 Claymont, DE $198,484 Delaware City, DE $198,277 Hockessin, DE $198,061 Kirkwood, DE $198,239 Middletown, DE $198,316 Montchanin, DE $198,106

New Castle, DE $198,136 Odessa, DE $198,414 Port Penn, DE $198,547 Rockland, DE $198,126 Saint Georges, DE $198,253 Townsend, DE $198,559 Winterthur, DE $198,149 Lewes, DE $197,305

Wilmington, DE $198,071 Dover, DE $198,858 Dover Afb, DE $197,810 Bethany Beach, DE $196,647 Bethel, DE $196,851 Bridgeville, DE $197,315 Camden Wyoming, DE $198,298 Cheswold, DE $198,793

Clayton, DE $198,799 Dagsboro, DE $196,510 Delmar, DE $196,195 Ellendale, DE $196,790 Felton, DE $197,899 Fenwick Island, DE $196,553 Frankford, DE $196,211 Frederica, DE $198,094

Georgetown, DE $196,436 Greenwood, DE $197,346 Harbeson, DE $196,645 Harrington, DE $197,648 Hartly, DE $198,263 Houston, DE $197,366 Kenton, DE $198,809 Laurel, DE $196,318

Yorklyn, DE $198,120

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

Understanding how a Hardware 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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$186,682

Average $198,306/year

$206,562

$15,557

Average $16,525/month

$17,214

$3,590

Average $3,814/week

$3,972

$90

Average $95/hour

$99

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$206,562	$17,214	$3,972	$99
Average	$198,306	$16,525	$3,814	$95
25th Percentile	$186,682	$15,557	$3,590	$90

Hardware Engineer VI Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Hardware Engineer VI, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Hardware Engineering Supervisor role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $129,437 - a projected growth of -35% over your current level.

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