What are the main factors that influence an Entry Level Embedded Software Engineer's salary?

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

How does experience change An Entry Level Embedded Software Engineer's salary?

An Entry Level Embedded Software Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Pipeline Scheduler (2-4 years)earns $88,882, a Entry Level Embedded Software Engineer (4-7 years)earns $112,112, a Pipelines Manager (7+ years)earns $164,846, a Pipelines Director (7+ years)earns $225,917, a VP of Pipeline Operations (7+ years)earns $359,492,

What are the highest paying states for an Entry Level Embedded Software Engineer?

Entry Level Embedded Software Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Entry Level Embedded Software Engineer roles are District of Columbia $121,808, California $121,345, Massachusetts $119,728. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Entry Level Embedded Software Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Entry Level Embedded Software Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Embedded Software Engineer VI: $220,661; Embedded Software Engineer V: $160,587; Embedded Software Engineering Manager: $153,583; Embedded Software Engineering Supervisor: $152,009; Senior Embedded Software Engineer: $145,729.

Entry Level Embedded Software Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does an Entry Level Embedded Software Engineer make in Delaware?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for an Entry Level Embedded Software Engineer in Delaware is $111,411 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $54.

However, an Entry Level Embedded Software Engineer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $127,901
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $101,315 to $120,042
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $92,122

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Entry Level Embedded Software Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$120,042	$10,004	$2,309	$58
Average	$111,411	$9,284	$2,143	$54
25th Percentile	$101,315	$8,443	$1,948	$49

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Key Factors That Influence Entry Level Embedded Software Engineer Salaries

An Entry Level Embedded Software 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 Entry Level Embedded Software Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Entry Level Embedded Software 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): $88,882
Early Career (1-2 years): $112,112
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $164,846
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $225,917
Expert (over 8 years): $359,492

Levels	Salary
Pipeline ... Level Entry Level Embedded Software Engineer	$88,882
Entry Lev... Level Entry Level Embedded Software Engineer	$112,112
Pipelines... Level Entry Level Embedded Software Engineer	$164,846
Pipelines... Level Entry Level Embedded Software Engineer	$225,917
VP of Pip... Level Entry Level Embedded Software Engineer	$359,492

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How Do Entry Level Embedded Software 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 Entry Level Embedded Software Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $121,808.
California: $121,345.
Massachusetts: $119,728.

District of Columbia $121,808 California $121,345 Massachusetts $119,728 Washington $119,288 New Jersey $119,244 Alaska $119,090 Connecticut $117,572 New York $116,956

Hawaii $114,987 Rhode Island $114,063 Maryland $113,435 Minnesota $112,577 Colorado $112,247 Illinois $112,137 Oregon $111,719 Delaware $111,411

New Hampshire $111,218 Virginia $110,784 Pennsylvania $109,519 Nevada $108,881 North Dakota $108,672 Michigan $108,342 Wisconsin $108,221 Vermont $107,979

Texas $107,308 Maine $107,264 Arizona $107,198 Ohio $107,121 Georgia $106,109 Indiana $105,602 Wyoming $105,503 Utah $105,349

Iowa $105,283 Kansas $104,755 Louisiana $104,601 North Carolina $104,546 Missouri $104,524 Florida $104,095 Montana $103,864 Nebraska $103,644

Kentucky $103,523 South Carolina $103,083 Tennessee $102,808 Idaho $102,698 New Mexico $101,895 Oklahoma $101,719 Alabama $101,070 South Dakota $99,981

Arkansas $99,387 West Virginia $99,068 Mississippi $98,110

Top Paying Cities for Entry Level Embedded Software 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: $115,306
Little Creek: $114,239
Magnolia: $114,712

Lincoln, DE $115,306 Little Creek, DE $114,239 Magnolia, DE $114,712 Milford, DE $115,306 Marydel, DE $113,809 Millsboro, DE $115,306 Millville, DE $116,076 Milton, DE $115,306

Nassau, DE $115,306 Ocean View, DE $116,076 Rehoboth Beach, DE $116,076 Seaford, DE $114,096 Selbyville, DE $116,076 Smyrna, DE $113,677 Viola, DE $114,712 Woodside, DE $114,382

Bear, DE $112,841 Newark, DE $112,885 Claymont, DE $112,973 Delaware City, DE $112,885 Hockessin, DE $112,973 Kirkwood, DE $112,885 Middletown, DE $113,446 Montchanin, DE $112,973

New Castle, DE $112,973 Odessa, DE $113,600 Port Penn, DE $112,577 Rockland, DE $112,973 Saint Georges, DE $112,885 Townsend, DE $113,435 Winterthur, DE $112,973 Lewes, DE $115,306

Wilmington, DE $112,973 Dover, DE $114,184 Dover Afb, DE $114,448 Bethany Beach, DE $116,076 Bethel, DE $114,096 Bridgeville, DE $115,306 Camden Wyoming, DE $114,305 Cheswold, DE $113,919

Clayton, DE $113,633 Dagsboro, DE $116,076 Delmar, DE $114,096 Ellendale, DE $115,306 Felton, DE $115,306 Fenwick Island, DE $116,076 Frankford, DE $116,076 Frederica, DE $115,306

Georgetown, DE $115,306 Greenwood, DE $115,306 Harbeson, DE $115,306 Harrington, DE $115,306 Hartly, DE $113,578 Houston, DE $115,306 Kenton, DE $113,633 Laurel, DE $114,096

Yorklyn, DE $112,973

Entry Level Embedded Software Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Entry Level Embedded Software 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.

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$101,315

Average $111,411/year

$120,042

$8,443

Average $9,284/month

$10,004

$1,948

Average $2,143/week

$2,309

$49

Average $54/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$120,042	$10,004	$2,309	$58
Average	$111,411	$9,284	$2,143	$54
25th Percentile	$101,315	$8,443	$1,948	$49

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