As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Embedded Systems Engineer in Albuquerque, NM is $85,771, equivalent to $41 per hour, $1,649 weekly, or $7,148 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 Albuquerque, NM vary widely, spanning from $71,871 to $99,127. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($78,495) and 75th percentile ($92,762), while top earners (90th percentile) make $99,127 per year. This $14,267 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, Albuquerque Embedded Systems Engineer often earn 1.5% lower than national averages. However, Albuquerque currently ranks 596 statewide for Embedded Systems Engineer job salary. 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 $71,871 Albuquerque, NM June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $78,495 Albuquerque, NM June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $85,771 Albuquerque, NM June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $92,762 Albuquerque, NM June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $99,127 Albuquerque, NM June 01, 2026
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    Embedded Systems Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    2 - 4 years experience
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About Albuquerque, New Mexico    According to the United States Census Bureau, Albuquerque has a total area of 189.5 square miles (490.9 km2), of which 187.7 square miles (486.2 km2) ....More

Albuquerque, New Mexico  area prices were up 2.5% from a year ago

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