As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Embedded Systems Engineer in Allentown, PA is $91,220, equivalent to $44 per hour, $1,754 weekly, or $7,602 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 Allentown, PA vary widely, spanning from $76,439 to $105,429. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($83,483) and 75th percentile ($98,658), while top earners (90th percentile) make $105,429 per year. This $15,175 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, Allentown Embedded Systems Engineer often earn 0.4% lower than national averages. However, Allentown currently ranks 346 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 $76,439 Allentown, PA September 01, 2026
25th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $83,483 Allentown, PA September 01, 2026
50th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $91,220 Allentown, PA September 01, 2026
75th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $98,658 Allentown, PA September 01, 2026
90th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $105,429 Allentown, PA September 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 Allentown, Pennsylvania    Allentown (Pennsylvania Dutch: Allenschteddel) is a city located in Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, United States. It is Pennsylvania's third most populo....More

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