As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Embedded Systems Engineer in Kearney, NE is $84,938, equivalent to $41 per hour, $1,633 weekly, or $7,078 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 Kearney, NE vary widely, spanning from $71,185 to $98,171. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($77,739) and 75th percentile ($91,865), while top earners (90th percentile) make $98,171 per year. This $14,126 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, Kearney Embedded Systems Engineer often earn 1.2% lower than national averages. However, Kearney currently ranks 644 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 $71,185 Kearney, NE May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $77,739 Kearney, NE May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $84,938 Kearney, NE May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $91,865 Kearney, NE May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $98,171 Kearney, NE May 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 Kearney, Nebraska    Kearney /ˈkɑːrni/ is a city in and the county seat of Buffalo County, Nebraska, United States. The population was 30,787 at the 2010 census. It is hom....More

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