As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Embedded Systems Engineer in Afton, TN is $81,051, equivalent to $39 per hour, $1,559 weekly, or $6,754 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Embedded Systems Engineer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Embedded Systems Engineer in Afton, TN vary widely, spanning from $67,927 to $93,679. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($74,182) and 75th percentile ($87,661), while top earners (90th percentile) make $93,679 per year. This $13,479 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Risk Management or Operating System, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Afton Embedded Systems Engineer often earn 4.9% lower than national averages. 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
Embedded Systems Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $67,927 Afton, TN May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $74,182 Afton, TN May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $81,051 Afton, TN May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $87,661 Afton, TN May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $93,679 Afton, TN May 01, 2026
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    Embedded Systems Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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About Afton, Tennessee    Afton is an unincorporated community in Greene County, Tennessee. It is believed that the community's name comes from Robert Burns's song "Sweet Afton....More

Afton, Tennessee  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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