What are the main factors that influence an Integrated Circuit Design 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 Integrated Circuit Design Engineer's salary?

An Integrated Circuit Design Engineer's salary grows with experience: an Appeal Resolution Nurse (4-7 years)earns $102,543, a Claims Processing Supervisor - Healthcare (7+ years)earns $84,698, a Integrated Circuit Design Engineer (7+ years)earns $114,164, a Claims Processing Director - Healthcare (7+ years)earns $176,188,

What are the highest paying states for an Integrated Circuit Design Engineer?

Integrated Circuit Design Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Integrated Circuit Design Engineer roles are District of Columbia $113,491, California $113,061, Massachusetts $111,554. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Integrated Circuit Design Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Integrated Circuit Design Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Integrated Circuit (IC) Design Engineer V: $154,400; Integrated Circuit (IC) Design Engineer IV: $128,700; Integrated Circuit (IC) Design Engineer III: $121,800; Analog Circuit Design Engineer: $113,519; Integrated Circuit Designer: $108,684.

Integrated Circuit Design Engineer Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an Integrated Circuit Design Engineer make in District of Columbia?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for an Integrated Circuit Design Engineer in District of Columbia is $113,491 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $55.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $128,990
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $103,804 to $121,604
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $94,984

Compensation Planning

Develop a Job Description

Pay Equity

2025 Compensation Trend

Smart Recruiting

Recruit with AI

Salary Salary + Bonus Benefits

View as table

Integrated Circuit Design Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$121,604	$10,134	$2,339	$58
Average	$113,491	$9,458	$2,183	$55
25th Percentile	$103,804	$8,650	$1,996	$50

You may get higher pay by adjusting the following factors:

Change Search Criteria

Check out Integrated Circuit Design Engineer Job Openings in District of Columbia

BIM Revit Specialist

FCA - PHILADELPHIA, PA

Integrated Behavioral Health Specialist

University of Kansas Health System - KANSAS CITY, KS

Integrated Medical

BJC Healthcare - COUNTRY LIFE ACRES, MO

Integrated Medical

BJC Healthcare - COUNTRY LIFE ACRES, MO

Search More Integrated Circuit Design Engineer Jobs in District of Columbia

Key Factors That Influence Integrated Circuit Design Engineer Salaries

An Integrated Circuit 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 Integrated Circuit 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 Integrated Circuit Design Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $113,491.
California: $113,061.
Massachusetts: $111,554.

District of Columbia $113,491 California $113,061 Massachusetts $111,554 Washington $111,144 New Jersey $111,103 Alaska $110,959 Connecticut $109,545 New York $108,971

Hawaii $107,136 Rhode Island $106,275 Maryland $105,691 Minnesota $104,891 Colorado $104,584 Illinois $104,481 Oregon $104,092 Delaware $103,805

New Hampshire $103,624 Virginia $103,221 Pennsylvania $102,042 Nevada $101,447 North Dakota $101,252 Michigan $100,945 Wisconsin $100,832 Vermont $100,607

Texas $99,981 Maine $99,940 Arizona $99,879 Ohio $99,807 Georgia $98,864 Indiana $98,393 Wyoming $98,300 Utah $98,157

Iowa $98,095 Kansas $97,603 Louisiana $97,460 North Carolina $97,409 Missouri $97,388 Florida $96,988 Montana $96,773 Nebraska $96,568

Kentucky $96,455 South Carolina $96,045 Tennessee $95,789 Idaho $95,687 New Mexico $94,938 Oklahoma $94,774 Alabama $94,170 South Dakota $93,155

Arkansas $92,601 West Virginia $92,304 Mississippi $91,412

Top Paying Cities for Integrated Circuit 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:

Parcel Return Service: $112,875
Washington: $112,876
Naval Anacost Annex: $112,871

Parcel Return Service, DC $112,875 Washington, DC $112,876 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $112,871 Washington Navy Yard, DC $112,875

Integrated Circuit Design Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Integrated Circuit 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 June 01, 2026

$103,804

Average $113,491/year

$121,604

$8,650

Average $9,458/month

$10,134

$1,996

Average $2,183/week

$2,339

$50

Average $55/hour

$58

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$121,604	$10,134	$2,339	$58
Average	$113,491	$9,458	$2,183	$55
25th Percentile	$103,804	$8,650	$1,996	$50

Salaries of jobs related to Integrated Circuit Design Engineer

Find Your Next Integrated Circuit Design Engineer Job

Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Integrated Circuit Design Engineer job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.

For Employees

Get a Salary Increase

Analyze the market and your qualifications to negotiate your salary with confidence.

Search Job Openings

Search thousands of open positions to find your next opportunity.

For Employers

Adjust Employee Salary

Individualize employee pay based on unique job requirements and personal qualifications.

Price My Industry Jobs

Get the latest market price for benchmark jobs and jobs in your industry.

Cost of Living In District of Columbia

Cost of Living in District of Columbia is

10.7% Higher

than the National Average

Use Salary.com's Cost of Living Calculator to find out what income you need to maintain your standard of living in a different city and how much more or less money you need to budget for basic expenses.

Explore Cost of Living Calculator

Empower Your Team

Salary.com experts will help you thrive your workplaces.

Find Salary.com Comp Consulting

See Salary Trends in 2025

Salary.com provides salary survey data for thousands of industry Jobs.

Price Your Company Jobs and Make Pay Fair

Where Does Our Salary Data Come From?

Salary.com salary estimates, histograms, trends, and comparisons are derived from both employer job postings and third-party data sources. We also provide multiple percentiles of salary information for your reference, click here to know Why the Salary Midpoint Formula Is Crucial to Getting Pay Equity Right. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Are you an HR manager or compensation specialist?

Salary.com's CompAnalyst platform offers:

Detailed skills and competency reports for specific positions
Job and employee pricing reports
Compensation data tools, salary structures, surveys and benchmarks.

Learn about