As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Embedded Systems Engineer in Brookings, SD is $84,366, equivalent to $41 per hour, $1,622 weekly, or $7,031 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 Brookings, SD vary widely, spanning from $70,705 to $97,510. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($77,216) and 75th percentile ($91,246), while top earners (90th percentile) make $97,510 per year. This $14,030 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, Brookings Embedded Systems Engineer often earn 1.8% lower than national averages. However, Brookings currently ranks 669 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 $70,705 Brookings, SD May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $77,216 Brookings, SD May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $84,366 Brookings, SD May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $91,246 Brookings, SD May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $97,510 Brookings, SD May 01, 2026
25% $77,216 10% $70,705 90% $97,510 75% $91,246 $84,366 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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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 Brookings, South Dakota    Brookings is a city in Brookings County, South Dakota, United States. Brookings is the fourth largest city in South Dakota, with a population of 22,05....More

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