As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Embedded Systems Engineer in Columbus, MS is $77,785, equivalent to $37 per hour, $1,496 weekly, or $6,482 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 Columbus, MS vary widely, spanning from $65,179 to $89,897. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($71,186) and 75th percentile ($84,125), while top earners (90th percentile) make $89,897 per year. This $12,939 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, Columbus Embedded Systems Engineer often earn 4.4% lower than national averages. However, Columbus currently ranks 805 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 $65,179 Columbus, MS June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $71,186 Columbus, MS June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $77,785 Columbus, MS June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $84,125 Columbus, MS June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $89,897 Columbus, MS 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 Columbus, Mississippi    The city is located approximately 10 mi (16 km) west of the Mississippi-Alabama state line along U.S. Route 82, U.S. Route 45, and numerous state high....More

Columbus, Mississippi  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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