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

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 $85,360, a Retail Loss Prevention Team Lead (7+ years)earns $69,572, a Embedded Systems Programmer (7+ years)earns $92,728, a Retail Loss Prevention Senior Manager (7+ years)earns $132,281, a Retail Loss Prevention Director (7+ years)earns $185,929,

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 $97,158, California $96,789, Massachusetts $95,499. 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: $121,904; CICS Systems Programmer: $120,274; Embedded Systems Software Engineer: $109,401; Embedded Systems: $103,471; Embedded Systems Designer: $97,640.

Embedded Systems Programmer Salary in Hawaii

How much does an Embedded Systems Programmer make in Hawaii?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for an Embedded Systems Programmer in Hawaii is $91,717 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $44.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $105,340
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $77,166 to $98,848
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $63,917

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Embedded Systems Programmer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$98,848	$8,237	$1,901	$48
Average	$91,717	$7,643	$1,764	$44
25th Percentile	$77,166	$6,430	$1,484	$37

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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): $85,360
Early Career (1-2 years): $69,572
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $92,728
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $132,281
Expert (over 8 years): $185,929

Levels	Salary
Retail Lo... Level Embedded Systems Programmer	$85,360
Retail Lo... Level Embedded Systems Programmer	$69,572
Embedded ... Level Embedded Systems Programmer	$92,728
Retail Lo... Level Embedded Systems Programmer	$132,281
Retail Lo... Level Embedded Systems Programmer	$185,929

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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: $97,158.
California: $96,789.
Massachusetts: $95,499.

District of Columbia $97,158 California $96,789 Massachusetts $95,499 Washington $95,148 New Jersey $95,113 Alaska $94,990 Connecticut $93,779 New York $93,288

Hawaii $91,717 Rhode Island $90,980 Maryland $90,480 Minnesota $89,795 Colorado $89,532 Illinois $89,444 Oregon $89,111 Delaware $88,865

New Hampshire $88,711 Virginia $88,365 Pennsylvania $87,356 Nevada $86,847 North Dakota $86,680 Michigan $86,417 Wisconsin $86,321 Vermont $86,128

Texas $85,592 Maine $85,557 Arizona $85,504 Ohio $85,443 Georgia $84,636 Indiana $84,232 Wyoming $84,153 Utah $84,030

Iowa $83,978 Kansas $83,556 Louisiana $83,434 North Carolina $83,390 Missouri $83,372 Florida $83,030 Montana $82,846 Nebraska $82,670

Kentucky $82,574 South Carolina $82,223 Tennessee $82,003 Idaho $81,915 New Mexico $81,275 Oklahoma $81,134 Alabama $80,617 South Dakota $79,748

Arkansas $79,274 West Virginia $79,020 Mississippi $78,256

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:

Aiea: $91,221
Anahola: $90,025
Captain Cook: $89,934

Aiea, HI $91,221 Anahola, HI $90,025 Captain Cook, HI $89,934 Eleele, HI $90,207 Ewa Beach, HI $91,140 Kapolei, HI $91,067 Haiku, HI $90,091 Hakalau, HI $89,889

Haleiwa, HI $90,892 Hana, HI $89,876 Hanalei, HI $89,907 Hanamaulu, HI $90,089 Hanapepe, HI $90,203 Hauula, HI $91,030 Hawaii National Park, HI $89,994 Hawi, HI $90,143

Hilo, HI $90,081 Princeville, HI $90,071 Holualoa, HI $89,970 Honaunau, HI $89,815 Honokaa, HI $89,931 Honomu, HI $90,072 Hoolehua, HI $89,815 Kaaawa, HI $91,060

Kahuku, HI $90,865 Kahului, HI $90,299 Kailua, HI $91,192 Ocean View, HI $90,045 Waikoloa, HI $90,036 Keauhou, HI $89,970 Kailua Kona, HI $90,079 Kalaheo, HI $90,099

Kalaupapa, HI $89,732 Kamuela, HI $89,976 Kaneohe, HI $91,172 Kapaa, HI $90,197 Kaumakani, HI $90,246 Kaunakakai, HI $89,922 Keaau, HI $90,142 Kealakekua, HI $90,095

Kealia, HI $90,125 Kekaha, HI $90,034 Kihei, HI $90,207 Kilauea, HI $90,073 Kapaau, HI $90,004 Koloa, HI $90,112 Kualapuu, HI $89,896 Kunia, HI $91,038

Kurtistown, HI $90,096 Lahaina, HI $90,114 Laie, HI $90,945 Lanai City, HI $89,896 Laupahoehoe, HI $90,122 Lawai, HI $90,246 Lihue, HI $90,089 Makawao, HI $90,161

Makaweli, HI $89,890 Maunaloa, HI $89,679 Mountain View, HI $90,049 Naalehu, HI $89,867 Ninole, HI $89,807 Ookala, HI $89,836 Paauilo, HI $89,946 Pahala, HI $89,892

Pahoa, HI $90,011 Paia, HI $90,118 Papaaloa, HI $90,134 Papaikou, HI $89,947 Pearl City, HI $91,155 Pepeekeo, HI $90,122 Puunene, HI $90,299 Volcano, HI $89,994

Wahiawa, HI $90,999 Pukalani, HI $90,161 Mililani, HI $91,108 Kula, HI $89,975 Waialua, HI $90,842 Waianae, HI $90,927 Wailuku, HI $90,159 Waimanalo, HI $91,174

Waimea, HI $90,238 Waipahu, HI $91,115 Honolulu, HI $91,252 J B P H H, HI $91,236 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $91,048 Schofield Barracks, HI $91,021 Fort Shafter, HI $91,252 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $91,252

Camp H M Smith, HI $91,232 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $91,143 Wake Island, HI $91,252

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.

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$77,166

Average $91,717/year

$98,848

$6,430

Average $7,643/month

$8,237

$1,484

Average $1,764/week

$1,901

$37

Average $44/hour

$48

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$98,848	$8,237	$1,901	$48
Average	$91,717	$7,643	$1,764	$44
25th Percentile	$77,166	$6,430	$1,484	$37

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