What are the main factors that influence an Entry Level Firmware Engineer'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 Entry Level Firmware Engineer?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Entry Level Firmware Engineer roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change An Entry Level Firmware Engineer's salary?

An Entry Level Firmware Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Registered Nurse - Phone Triage (4-7 years)earns $94,980, a Nursing Supervisor - Phone Triage (7+ years)earns $103,761, a Entry Level Firmware Engineer (7+ years)earns $119,761, a Nurse Director - Phone Triage (7+ years)earns $155,439,

What are the highest paying states for an Entry Level Firmware Engineer?

Entry Level Firmware Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Entry Level Firmware Engineer roles are District of Columbia $117,411, California $116,965, Massachusetts $115,407. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Entry Level Firmware Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Entry Level Firmware Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Entry Level Petroleum Engineer: $106,117; engineer entry level: $88,545; Entry Level Project Engineer: $86,101; data engineer entry level: $85,792; Firmware Engineer: $82,109.

Entry Level Firmware Engineer Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an Entry Level Firmware Engineer make in District of Columbia?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Entry Level Firmware Engineer in District of Columbia is $117,411 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $56.

However, an Entry Level Firmware Engineer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $142,931
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $106,131 to $130,769
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $95,860

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Entry Level Firmware Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$130,769	$10,897	$2,515	$63
Average	$117,411	$9,784	$2,258	$56
25th Percentile	$106,131	$8,844	$2,041	$51

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Key Factors That Influence Entry Level Firmware Engineer Salaries

An Entry Level Firmware Engineer'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 Do Entry Level Firmware Engineer 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 Entry Level Firmware Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $117,411.
California: $116,965.
Massachusetts: $115,407.

District of Columbia $117,411 California $116,965 Massachusetts $115,407 Washington $114,982 New Jersey $114,940 Alaska $114,792 Connecticut $113,328 New York $112,734

Hawaii $110,836 Rhode Island $109,945 Maryland $109,341 Minnesota $108,514 Colorado $108,196 Illinois $108,090 Oregon $107,687 Delaware $107,390

New Hampshire $107,203 Virginia $106,785 Pennsylvania $105,566 Nevada $104,951 North Dakota $104,749 Michigan $104,431 Wisconsin $104,314 Vermont $104,081

Texas $103,434 Maine $103,392 Arizona $103,328 Ohio $103,254 Georgia $102,278 Indiana $101,791 Wyoming $101,695 Utah $101,547

Iowa $101,483 Kansas $100,974 Louisiana $100,826 North Carolina $100,773 Missouri $100,751 Florida $100,338 Montana $100,115 Nebraska $99,903

Kentucky $99,786 South Carolina $99,362 Tennessee $99,097 Idaho $98,991 New Mexico $98,217 Oklahoma $98,047 Alabama $97,422 South Dakota $96,372

Arkansas $95,799 West Virginia $95,492 Mississippi $94,569

Top Paying Cities for Entry Level Firmware Engineers

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: $116,773
Washington: $116,775
Naval Anacost Annex: $116,769

Parcel Return Service, DC $116,773 Washington, DC $116,775 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $116,769 Washington Navy Yard, DC $116,773

Entry Level Firmware Engineer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Entry Level Firmware Engineer roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, Entry Level Firmware Engineer positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Entry Level Firmware Engineer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Entry Level Firmware Engineer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$129,152	$62.0	10%

Entry Level Firmware Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Entry Level Firmware Engineer'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.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

$106,131

Average $117,411/year

$130,769

$8,844

Average $9,784/month

$10,897

$2,041

Average $2,258/week

$2,515

$51

Average $56/hour

$63

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$130,769	$10,897	$2,515	$63
Average	$117,411	$9,784	$2,258	$56
25th Percentile	$106,131	$8,844	$2,041	$51

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