What are the main factors that influence an Embedded Systems Programmer'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 Embedded Systems Programmer?

The Retail & Wholesale industry offers the highest average compensation for Embedded Systems Programmer roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

How does experience change An Embedded Systems Programmer's salary?

An Embedded Systems Programmer's salary grows with experience: a Retail Loss Prevention Senior Auditor (4-7 years)earns $82,703, a Retail Loss Prevention Team Lead (7+ years)earns $67,433, a Embedded Systems Programmer (7+ years)earns $89,837, a Retail Loss Prevention Senior Manager (7+ years)earns $128,199, a Retail Loss Prevention Director (7+ years)earns $180,194,

What are the highest paying states for an Embedded Systems Programmer?

Embedded Systems Programmer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Embedded Systems Programmer roles are District of Columbia $97,150, California $96,782, Massachusetts $95,492. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Embedded Systems Programmer roles make?

Salaries for Embedded Systems Programmer level roles vary by specialization: Systems Programmer: $121,886; CICS Systems Programmer: $120,256; Embedded Systems Software Engineer: $109,406; Embedded Systems: $103,453; Embedded Systems Designer: $97,644.

Embedded Systems Programmer Salary in Delaware

How much does an Embedded Systems Programmer make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Embedded Systems Programmer in Delaware is $88,858 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $43.

However, an Embedded Systems Programmer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $102,090
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $74,763 to $95,785
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $61,929

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Embedded Systems Programmer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$95,785	$7,982	$1,842	$46
Average	$88,858	$7,405	$1,709	$43
25th Percentile	$74,763	$6,230	$1,438	$36

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Key Factors That Influence Embedded Systems Programmer Salaries

An Embedded Systems Programmer'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 Embedded Systems Programmer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Embedded Systems Programmer'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): $82,703
Early Career (1-2 years): $67,433
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $89,837
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $128,199
Expert (over 8 years): $180,194

Levels	Salary
Retail Lo... Level Embedded Systems Programmer	$82,703
Retail Lo... Level Embedded Systems Programmer	$67,433
Embedded ... Level Embedded Systems Programmer	$89,837
Retail Lo... Level Embedded Systems Programmer	$128,199
Retail Lo... Level Embedded Systems Programmer	$180,194

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How Do Embedded Systems Programmer 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 Embedded Systems Programmers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $97,150.
California: $96,782.
Massachusetts: $95,492.

District of Columbia $97,150 California $96,782 Massachusetts $95,492 Washington $95,141 New Jersey $95,106 Alaska $94,983 Connecticut $93,772 New York $93,281

Hawaii $91,710 Rhode Island $90,973 Maryland $90,473 Minnesota $89,789 Colorado $89,525 Illinois $89,438 Oregon $89,104 Delaware $88,858

New Hampshire $88,704 Virginia $88,358 Pennsylvania $87,349 Nevada $86,840 North Dakota $86,674 Michigan $86,410 Wisconsin $86,314 Vermont $86,121

Texas $85,586 Maine $85,550 Arizona $85,498 Ohio $85,436 Georgia $84,629 Indiana $84,226 Wyoming $84,147 Utah $84,024

Iowa $83,971 Kansas $83,550 Louisiana $83,427 North Carolina $83,383 Missouri $83,366 Florida $83,023 Montana $82,839 Nebraska $82,664

Kentucky $82,567 South Carolina $82,216 Tennessee $81,997 Idaho $81,909 New Mexico $81,269 Oklahoma $81,128 Alabama $80,611 South Dakota $79,742

Arkansas $79,268 West Virginia $79,014 Mississippi $78,250

Top Paying Cities for Embedded Systems Programmers

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: $88,458
Little Creek: $89,106
Magnolia: $88,978

Lincoln, DE $88,458 Little Creek, DE $89,106 Magnolia, DE $88,978 Milford, DE $88,683 Marydel, DE $88,829 Millsboro, DE $88,087 Millville, DE $88,223 Milton, DE $88,376

Nassau, DE $88,440 Ocean View, DE $88,208 Rehoboth Beach, DE $88,378 Seaford, DE $88,428 Selbyville, DE $88,062 Smyrna, DE $89,167 Viola, DE $88,757 Woodside, DE $88,995

Bear, DE $88,790 Newark, DE $88,757 Claymont, DE $88,938 Delaware City, DE $88,845 Hockessin, DE $88,749 Kirkwood, DE $88,829 Middletown, DE $88,863 Montchanin, DE $88,769

New Castle, DE $88,782 Odessa, DE $88,907 Port Penn, DE $88,966 Rockland, DE $88,778 Saint Georges, DE $88,835 Townsend, DE $88,972 Winterthur, DE $88,788 Lewes, DE $88,410

Wilmington, DE $88,753 Dover, DE $89,106 Dover Afb, DE $88,636 Bethany Beach, DE $88,115 Bethel, DE $88,207 Bridgeville, DE $88,414 Camden Wyoming, DE $88,855 Cheswold, DE $89,077

Clayton, DE $89,080 Dagsboro, DE $88,054 Delmar, DE $87,913 Ellendale, DE $88,179 Felton, DE $88,676 Fenwick Island, DE $88,073 Frankford, DE $87,920 Frederica, DE $88,764

Georgetown, DE $88,020 Greenwood, DE $88,429 Harbeson, DE $88,114 Harrington, DE $88,564 Hartly, DE $88,839 Houston, DE $88,437 Kenton, DE $89,084 Laurel, DE $87,968

Yorklyn, DE $88,775

Embedded Systems Programmer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Embedded Systems Programmer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 80% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Retail & Wholesale and MFG Nondurable sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Embedded Systems Programmer positions in Transportation or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Embedded Systems Programmer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Embedded Systems Programmer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Retail & Wholesale	$133,288	$64.0	50%
MFG Nondurable	$97,744	$47.0	10%

Embedded Systems Programmer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Embedded Systems Programmer'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 July 01, 2026

$74,763

Average $88,858/year

$95,785

$6,230

Average $7,405/month

$7,982

$1,438

Average $1,709/week

$1,842

$36

Average $43/hour

$46

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$95,785	$7,982	$1,842	$46
Average	$88,858	$7,405	$1,709	$43
25th Percentile	$74,763	$6,230	$1,438	$36

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