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

A Hardware Test Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Hardware Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $82,049, a Hardware Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $98,088, a Hardware Test Engineer (4-7 years)earns $113,738, a Hardware Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $138,147, a Hardware Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $163,091,

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

Hardware Test Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Hardware Test Engineer roles are District of Columbia $125,176, California $124,701, Massachusetts $123,039. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Hardware Test Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Hardware Test Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Hardware Engineer VI: $195,826; Hardware Engineer V: $163,864; Hardware Engineer IV: $138,802; Senior Hardware Engineer: $114,280; Hardware Engineer III: $114,277.

Hardware Test Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Hardware Test Engineer make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Hardware Test Engineer in Delaware is $114,492 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $55.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $134,085
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $106,225 to $124,747
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $98,699

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Hardware Test Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$124,747	$10,396	$2,399	$60
Average	$114,492	$9,541	$2,202	$55
25th Percentile	$106,225	$8,852	$2,043	$51

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Key Factors That Influence Hardware Test Engineer Salaries

A Hardware Test 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 Experience Level Affects Hardware Test Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Hardware Test Engineer'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): $82,049
Early Career (1-2 years): $98,088
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $113,738
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $138,147
Expert (over 8 years): $163,091

Levels	Salary
Hardware ... Level Hardware Test Engineer	$82,049
Hardware ... Level Hardware Test Engineer	$98,088
Hardware ... Level Hardware Test Engineer	$113,738
Hardware ... Level Hardware Test Engineer	$138,147
Hardware ... Level Hardware Test Engineer	$163,091

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

District of Columbia: $125,176.
California: $124,701.
Massachusetts: $123,039.

District of Columbia $125,176 California $124,701 Massachusetts $123,039 Washington $122,587 New Jersey $122,541 Alaska $122,383 Connecticut $120,823 New York $120,190

Hawaii $118,166 Rhode Island $117,216 Maryland $116,572 Minnesota $115,690 Colorado $115,351 Illinois $115,238 Oregon $114,808 Delaware $114,492

New Hampshire $114,293 Virginia $113,847 Pennsylvania $112,547 Nevada $111,892 North Dakota $111,677 Michigan $111,338 Wisconsin $111,213 Vermont $110,964

Texas $110,275 Maine $110,230 Arizona $110,162 Ohio $110,083 Georgia $109,043 Indiana $108,522 Wyoming $108,421 Utah $108,262

Iowa $108,195 Kansas $107,652 Louisiana $107,494 North Carolina $107,437 Missouri $107,415 Florida $106,974 Montana $106,736 Nebraska $106,510

Kentucky $106,386 South Carolina $105,933 Tennessee $105,651 Idaho $105,538 New Mexico $104,712 Oklahoma $104,532 Alabama $103,865 South Dakota $102,745

Arkansas $102,135 West Virginia $101,807 Mississippi $100,823

Top Paying Cities for Hardware Test 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:

Lincoln: $118,494
Little Creek: $117,397
Magnolia: $117,883

Lincoln, DE $118,494 Little Creek, DE $117,397 Magnolia, DE $117,883 Milford, DE $118,494 Marydel, DE $116,956 Millsboro, DE $118,494 Millville, DE $119,285 Milton, DE $118,494

Nassau, DE $118,494 Ocean View, DE $119,285 Rehoboth Beach, DE $119,285 Seaford, DE $117,250 Selbyville, DE $119,285 Smyrna, DE $116,821 Viola, DE $117,883 Woodside, DE $117,544

Bear, DE $115,962 Newark, DE $116,007 Claymont, DE $116,097 Delaware City, DE $116,007 Hockessin, DE $116,097 Kirkwood, DE $116,007 Middletown, DE $116,583 Montchanin, DE $116,097

New Castle, DE $116,097 Odessa, DE $116,742 Port Penn, DE $115,690 Rockland, DE $116,097 Saint Georges, DE $116,007 Townsend, DE $116,572 Winterthur, DE $116,097 Lewes, DE $118,494

Wilmington, DE $116,097 Dover, DE $117,341 Dover Afb, DE $117,612 Bethany Beach, DE $119,285 Bethel, DE $117,250 Bridgeville, DE $118,494 Camden Wyoming, DE $117,465 Cheswold, DE $117,069

Clayton, DE $116,776 Dagsboro, DE $119,285 Delmar, DE $117,250 Ellendale, DE $118,494 Felton, DE $118,494 Fenwick Island, DE $119,285 Frankford, DE $119,285 Frederica, DE $118,494

Georgetown, DE $118,494 Greenwood, DE $118,494 Harbeson, DE $118,494 Harrington, DE $118,494 Hartly, DE $116,719 Houston, DE $118,494 Kenton, DE $116,776 Laurel, DE $117,250

Yorklyn, DE $116,097

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

Understanding how a Hardware Test 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 April 01, 2026

$106,225

Average $114,492/year

$124,747

$8,852

Average $9,541/month

$10,396

$2,043

Average $2,202/week

$2,399

$51

Average $55/hour

$60

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$124,747	$10,396	$2,399	$60
Average	$114,492	$9,541	$2,202	$55
25th Percentile	$106,225	$8,852	$2,043	$51

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