What are the main factors that influence a Signal & Image Processing 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 A Signal & Image Processing Engineer 's salary?

A Signal & Image Processing Engineer 's salary grows with experience: a Signal & Image Processing Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $103,165, a Signal & Image Processing Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $130,881, a Signal & Image Processing Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $152,499, a Signal & Image Processing Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $197,956, a Signal & Image Processing Engineer VI (10-12 years)earns $225,004,

What are the highest paying states for a Signal & Image Processing Engineer V?

Signal & Image Processing Engineer V salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Signal & Image Processing Engineer V roles are District of Columbia $211,398, California $210,596, Massachusetts $207,789. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Signal & Image Processing Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Signal & Image Processing Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Signal & Image Processing Engineer VI: $217,018; Digital Signal Processing Engineer V: $191,000; Signal & Image Processing Engineer IV: $147,086; Digital Signal Processing Engineer III: $126,300; Signal & Image Processing Engineer III: $126,236.

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Signal & Image Processing Engineer V Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Signal & Image Processing Engineer V make in Rhode Island?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Signal & Image Processing Engineer V in Rhode Island is $197,956 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $95.

However, a Signal & Image Processing Engineer V's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $217,401
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $184,348 to $208,134
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $171,959

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Signal & Image Processing Engineer V Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$208,134	$17,345	$4,003	$100
Average	$197,956	$16,496	$3,807	$95
25th Percentile	$184,348	$15,362	$3,545	$89

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Key Factors That Influence Signal & Image Processing Engineer V Salaries

A Signal & Image Processing 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 Signal & Image Processing Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Signal & Image Processing 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:

Signal & Image Processing Engineer II (2-4 years): $103,165
Signal & Image Processing Engineer III (4-7 years): $130,881
Signal & Image Processing Engineer IV (7+ years): $152,499
Signal & Image Processing Engineer V (7-10 years): $197,956
Signal & Image Processing Engineer VI (10-12 years): $225,004

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Signal & Image Processing Engineer II	2-4 years	$103,165
Signal & Image Processing Engineer III	4-7 years	$130,881
Signal & Image Processing Engineer IV	7+ years	$152,499
Signal & Image Processing Engineer V	7-10 years	$197,956
Signal & Image Processing Engineer VI	10-12 years	$225,004

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How Do Signal & Image Processing 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 Signal & Image Processing Engineer Vs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $211,398.
California: $210,596.
Massachusetts: $207,789.

District of Columbia $211,398 California $210,596 Massachusetts $207,789 Washington $207,025 New Jersey $206,949 Alaska $206,682 Connecticut $204,047 New York $202,978

Hawaii $199,560 Rhode Island $197,956 Maryland $196,868 Minnesota $195,379 Colorado $194,806 Illinois $194,615 Oregon $193,889 Delaware $193,355

New Hampshire $193,019 Virginia $192,267 Pennsylvania $190,071 Nevada $188,963 North Dakota $188,601 Michigan $188,028 Wisconsin $187,818 Vermont $187,398

Texas $186,233 Maine $186,157 Arizona $186,042 Ohio $185,909 Georgia $184,152 Indiana $183,274 Wyoming $183,102 Utah $182,835

Iowa $182,720 Kansas $181,804 Louisiana $181,536 North Carolina $181,441 Missouri $181,403 Florida $180,658 Montana $180,257 Nebraska $179,875

Kentucky $179,665 South Carolina $178,901 Tennessee $178,424 Idaho $178,233 New Mexico $176,839 Oklahoma $176,534 Alabama $175,407 South Dakota $173,517

Arkansas $172,486 West Virginia $171,932 Mississippi $170,271

Top Paying Cities for Signal & Image Processing 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:

Adamsville: $201,202
Albion: $197,861
Ashaway: $201,966

Adamsville, RI $201,202 Albion, RI $197,861 Ashaway, RI $201,966 Barrington, RI $197,861 Block Island, RI $200,916 Bradford, RI $201,832 Bristol, RI $197,670 Carolina, RI $200,190

Charlestown, RI $200,400 Chepachet, RI $197,479 Clayville, RI $197,670 Coventry, RI $197,479 West Greenwich, RI $197,345 East Greenwich, RI $197,613 Exeter, RI $201,832 Fiskeville, RI $197,861

Forestdale, RI $197,670 Foster, RI $197,345 Glendale, RI $197,345 Greene, RI $199,560 Greenville, RI $197,861 Harmony, RI $197,803 Harrisville, RI $197,479 Hope, RI $197,861

Hope Valley, RI $201,966 Hopkinton, RI $202,023 Jamestown, RI $199,999 Kenyon, RI $201,775 Little Compton, RI $201,126 Manville, RI $197,861 Mapleville, RI $197,345 Newport, RI $200,037

Middletown, RI $200,877 North Kingstown, RI $197,288 North Scituate, RI $197,803 Oakland, RI $197,536 Pascoag, RI $197,422 Pawtucket, RI $197,861 Central Falls, RI $197,861 Cumberland, RI $197,861

Lincoln, RI $197,861 Portsmouth, RI $199,235 Prudence Island, RI $197,479 Rockville, RI $202,023 Saunderstown, RI $200,114 Shannock, RI $201,718 Slatersville, RI $197,670 Slocum, RI $200,114

Tiverton, RI $201,259 Wakefield, RI $199,904 Kingston, RI $199,942 Narragansett, RI $199,980 Peace Dale, RI $199,904 Warren, RI $197,803 Warwick, RI $197,861 Westerly, RI $202,080

West Kingston, RI $200,056 West Warwick, RI $197,861 Wood River Junction, RI $201,832 Woonsocket, RI $197,670 North Smithfield, RI $197,803 Wyoming, RI $201,775 Providence, RI $197,861 Cranston, RI $197,861

North Providence, RI $197,861 East Providence, RI $197,861 Riverside, RI $197,861 Rumford, RI $197,861 Smithfield, RI $197,861 Johnston, RI $197,861

Signal & Image Processing Engineer V Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Signal & Image Processing 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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$184,348

Average $197,956/year

$208,134

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Average $16,496/month

$17,345

$3,545

Average $3,807/week

$4,003

$89

Average $95/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$208,134	$17,345	$4,003	$100
Average	$197,956	$16,496	$3,807	$95
25th Percentile	$184,348	$15,362	$3,545	$89

Signal & Image Processing Engineer V Salary Growth & Career Path

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Signal & Image Processing Engineer V, 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.

Signal & Image Processing Engineer V Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Signal & Image Processing Engineer VI	$225,004	14%
Electrical Engineer VI	$208,173	5%
Electronics Engineer VI	$229,559	16%
Radio Frequency Engineer VI	$189,072	-4%

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