What are the main factors that influence a Chip Design 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 Chip Design Engineer?

The Insurance industry offers the highest average compensation for Chip Design Engineer roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change A Chip Design Engineer's salary?

A Chip Design Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Trust Officer I (0-2 years)earns $64,871, a Chip Design Engineer (2-4 years)earns $83,429, a Trust Officer III (4-7 years)earns $116,633, a Trust Administration Manager (7+ years)earns $148,554,

What are the highest paying states for a Chip Design Engineer?

Chip Design Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Chip Design Engineer roles are District of Columbia $90,525, California $90,182, Massachusetts $88,980. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Chip Design Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Chip Design Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Product Design Engineer V: $160,156; Integrated Circuit (IC) Design Engineer V: $154,400; Integrated Circuit (IC) Design Engineer IV: $128,700; Design Engineer: $128,034; Integrated Circuit (IC) Design Engineer III: $121,800.

Chip Design Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Chip Design Engineer make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Chip Design Engineer in Delaware is $82,799 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $93,245
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $73,723 to $88,267
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $65,460

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Chip Design Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$88,267	$7,356	$1,697	$42
Average	$82,799	$6,900	$1,592	$40
25th Percentile	$73,723	$6,144	$1,418	$35

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Key Factors That Influence Chip Design Engineer Salaries

A Chip Design 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 Chip Design 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 Chip Design Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $90,525.
California: $90,182.
Massachusetts: $88,980.

District of Columbia $90,525 California $90,182 Massachusetts $88,980 Washington $88,653 New Jersey $88,620 Alaska $88,506 Connecticut $87,378 New York $86,920

Hawaii $85,456 Rhode Island $84,769 Maryland $84,303 Minnesota $83,666 Colorado $83,420 Illinois $83,339 Oregon $83,028 Delaware $82,799

New Hampshire $82,655 Virginia $82,333 Pennsylvania $81,393 Nevada $80,918 North Dakota $80,763 Michigan $80,518 Wisconsin $80,428 Vermont $80,248

Texas $79,749 Maine $79,717 Arizona $79,668 Ohio $79,610 Georgia $78,858 Indiana $78,482 Wyoming $78,408 Utah $78,294

Iowa $78,245 Kansas $77,852 Louisiana $77,738 North Carolina $77,697 Missouri $77,681 Florida $77,362 Montana $77,190 Nebraska $77,027

Kentucky $76,937 South Carolina $76,610 Tennessee $76,405 Idaho $76,324 New Mexico $75,727 Oklahoma $75,596 Alabama $75,113 South Dakota $74,304

Arkansas $73,863 West Virginia $73,625 Mississippi $72,914

Top Paying Cities for Chip Design 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: $82,426
Little Creek: $83,030
Magnolia: $82,910

Lincoln, DE $82,426 Little Creek, DE $83,030 Magnolia, DE $82,910 Milford, DE $82,635 Marydel, DE $82,771 Millsboro, DE $82,080 Millville, DE $82,207 Milton, DE $82,349

Nassau, DE $82,409 Ocean View, DE $82,193 Rehoboth Beach, DE $82,351 Seaford, DE $82,398 Selbyville, DE $82,057 Smyrna, DE $83,087 Viola, DE $82,704 Woodside, DE $82,927

Bear, DE $82,735 Newark, DE $82,704 Claymont, DE $82,873 Delaware City, DE $82,787 Hockessin, DE $82,697 Kirkwood, DE $82,771 Middletown, DE $82,803 Montchanin, DE $82,716

New Castle, DE $82,728 Odessa, DE $82,844 Port Penn, DE $82,900 Rockland, DE $82,724 Saint Georges, DE $82,777 Townsend, DE $82,904 Winterthur, DE $82,734 Lewes, DE $82,381

Wilmington, DE $82,701 Dover, DE $83,030 Dover Afb, DE $82,592 Bethany Beach, DE $82,106 Bethel, DE $82,191 Bridgeville, DE $82,385 Camden Wyoming, DE $82,796 Cheswold, DE $83,003

Clayton, DE $83,005 Dagsboro, DE $82,049 Delmar, DE $81,918 Ellendale, DE $82,166 Felton, DE $82,629 Fenwick Island, DE $82,067 Frankford, DE $81,924 Frederica, DE $82,711

Georgetown, DE $82,018 Greenwood, DE $82,398 Harbeson, DE $82,106 Harrington, DE $82,524 Hartly, DE $82,781 Houston, DE $82,407 Kenton, DE $83,009 Laurel, DE $81,969

Yorklyn, DE $82,721

Chip Design Engineer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Chip Design 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, Insurance, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, Chip Design Engineer positions in Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Chip Design Engineer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Chip Design Engineer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Insurance	$91,079	$44.0	10%

Chip Design Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Chip Design 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

$73,723

Average $82,799/year

$88,267

$6,144

Average $6,900/month

$7,356

$1,418

Average $1,592/week

$1,697

$35

Average $40/hour

$42

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$88,267	$7,356	$1,697	$42
Average	$82,799	$6,900	$1,592	$40
25th Percentile	$73,723	$6,144	$1,418	$35

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Chip Design Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Chip Design Engineer make in Delaware?

Key Factors That Influence Chip Design Engineer Salaries

How Do Chip Design Engineer Salaries Vary from State to State?

Top Paying Cities for Chip Design Engineers

Chip Design Engineer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

The top paying industry for a Chip Design Engineer

Chip Design Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

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