What are the main factors that influence a Semiconductor Engineering's salary?

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

How does experience change A Semiconductor Engineering's salary?

A Semiconductor Engineering's salary grows with experience: an Semiconductor Engineering (0-2 years)earns $82,399, an Electrical Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $99,878, an Electrical Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $121,486, an Electrical Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $144,652, an Electrical Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $167,819,

What are the highest paying states for a Semiconductor Engineering?

Semiconductor Engineering salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Semiconductor Engineering roles are District of Columbia $88,209, California $87,874, Massachusetts $86,703. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Semiconductor Engineering roles make?

Salaries for Semiconductor Engineering level roles vary by specialization: Semiconductor Process Engineer V: $154,390; Semiconductor Engineer V: $154,317; Semiconductor Process Engineer IV: $128,690; Semiconductor Engineer IV: $128,669; Semiconductor Process Engineer III: $121,790.

Semiconductor Engineering Salary in Delaware

How much does a Semiconductor Engineering make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Semiconductor Engineering in Delaware is $80,680 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.

However, a Semiconductor Engineering's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $94,650
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $72,432 to $87,993
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $64,921

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Semiconductor Engineering Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$87,993	$7,333	$1,692	$42
Average	$80,680	$6,723	$1,552	$39
25th Percentile	$72,432	$6,036	$1,393	$35

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Key Factors That Influence Semiconductor Engineering Salaries

A Semiconductor Engineering'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 Semiconductor Engineering Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Semiconductor Engineering'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): $82,399
Early Career (1-2 years): $99,878
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $121,486
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $144,652
Expert (over 8 years): $167,819

Levels	Salary
Semicondu... Level Semiconductor Engineering	$82,399
Electrica... Level Semiconductor Engineering	$99,878
Electrica... Level Semiconductor Engineering	$121,486
Electrica... Level Semiconductor Engineering	$144,652
Electrica... Level Semiconductor Engineering	$167,819

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How Do Semiconductor Engineering 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 Semiconductor Engineerings. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $88,209.
California: $87,874.
Massachusetts: $86,703.

District of Columbia $88,209 California $87,874 Massachusetts $86,703 Washington $86,385 New Jersey $86,353 Alaska $86,241 Connecticut $85,142 New York $84,696

Hawaii $83,270 Rhode Island $82,600 Maryland $82,146 Minnesota $81,525 Colorado $81,286 Illinois $81,206 Oregon $80,903 Delaware $80,680

New Hampshire $80,540 Virginia $80,226 Pennsylvania $79,310 Nevada $78,848 North Dakota $78,697 Michigan $78,458 Wisconsin $78,370 Vermont $78,195

Texas $77,709 Maine $77,677 Arizona $77,629 Ohio $77,573 Georgia $76,840 Indiana $76,474 Wyoming $76,402 Utah $76,291

Iowa $76,243 Kansas $75,860 Louisiana $75,749 North Carolina $75,709 Missouri $75,693 Florida $75,382 Montana $75,215 Nebraska $75,056

Kentucky $74,968 South Carolina $74,649 Tennessee $74,450 Idaho $74,371 New Mexico $73,789 Oklahoma $73,661 Alabama $73,191 South Dakota $72,403

Arkansas $71,973 West Virginia $71,741 Mississippi $71,048

Top Paying Cities for Semiconductor Engineerings

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: $80,317
Little Creek: $80,905
Magnolia: $80,789

Lincoln, DE $80,317 Little Creek, DE $80,905 Magnolia, DE $80,789 Milford, DE $80,521 Marydel, DE $80,653 Millsboro, DE $79,980 Millville, DE $80,103 Milton, DE $80,242

Nassau, DE $80,300 Ocean View, DE $80,090 Rehoboth Beach, DE $80,244 Seaford, DE $80,289 Selbyville, DE $79,957 Smyrna, DE $80,961 Viola, DE $80,588 Woodside, DE $80,805

Bear, DE $80,618 Newark, DE $80,588 Claymont, DE $80,753 Delaware City, DE $80,668 Hockessin, DE $80,581 Kirkwood, DE $80,653 Middletown, DE $80,684 Montchanin, DE $80,599

New Castle, DE $80,611 Odessa, DE $80,724 Port Penn, DE $80,778 Rockland, DE $80,607 Saint Georges, DE $80,659 Townsend, DE $80,783 Winterthur, DE $80,617 Lewes, DE $80,273

Wilmington, DE $80,585 Dover, DE $80,905 Dover Afb, DE $80,479 Bethany Beach, DE $80,005 Bethel, DE $80,088 Bridgeville, DE $80,277 Camden Wyoming, DE $80,677 Cheswold, DE $80,879

Clayton, DE $80,881 Dagsboro, DE $79,950 Delmar, DE $79,821 Ellendale, DE $80,064 Felton, DE $80,515 Fenwick Island, DE $79,967 Frankford, DE $79,828 Frederica, DE $80,594

Georgetown, DE $79,919 Greenwood, DE $80,290 Harbeson, DE $80,005 Harrington, DE $80,413 Hartly, DE $80,663 Houston, DE $80,298 Kenton, DE $80,885 Laurel, DE $79,872

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Semiconductor Engineering Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Semiconductor Engineering'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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$72,432

Average $80,680/year

$87,993

$6,036

Average $6,723/month

$7,333

$1,393

Average $1,552/week

$1,692

$35

Average $39/hour

$42

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$87,993	$7,333	$1,692	$42
Average	$80,680	$6,723	$1,552	$39
25th Percentile	$72,432	$6,036	$1,393	$35

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