As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Embedded Systems Engineer in Lake Charles, LA is $84,485, equivalent to $41 per hour, $1,625 weekly, or $7,040 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Embedded Systems Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Embedded Systems Engineer in Lake Charles, LA vary widely, spanning from $70,798 to $97,656. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($77,321) and 75th percentile ($91,379), while top earners (90th percentile) make $97,656 per year. This $14,058 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, Lake Charles Embedded Systems Engineer often earn 2.6% lower than national averages. However, Lake Charles currently ranks 661 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 $70,798 Lake Charles, LA April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $77,321 Lake Charles, LA April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $84,485 Lake Charles, LA April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $91,379 Lake Charles, LA April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $97,656 Lake Charles, LA April 01, 2026
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    Embedded Systems Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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About Lake Charles, Louisiana    Lake Charles (French: Lac Charles) is the fifth-largest incorporated city in the U.S. state of Louisiana, located on Lake Charles, Prien Lake, and the....More

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