As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Component Engineer in the US is $69,961, equivalent to $34 per hour, $1,345 weekly, or $5,830 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Component Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Component Engineer in the US vary widely, spanning from $61,712 to $76,595. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($65,643) and 75th percentile ($73,434), while top earners (90th percentile) make $76,595 per year. This $7,791 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Project Management or Digital Media, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Component Engineer often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 64 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Component Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Component Engineer Salary $61,712 US January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Component Engineer Salary $65,643 US January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Component Engineer Salary $69,961 US January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Component Engineer Salary $73,434 US January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Component Engineer Salary $76,595 US January 01, 2026
25% $65,643 10% $61,712 90% $76,595 75% $73,434 $69,961 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Component Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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