As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Embedded Systems Engineer in Salem, OR is $92,119, equivalent to $44 per hour, $1,772 weekly, or $7,677 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 Salem, OR vary widely, spanning from $77,198 to $106,471. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($84,309) and 75th percentile ($99,631), while top earners (90th percentile) make $106,471 per year. This $15,322 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, Salem Embedded Systems Engineer often earn 0.6% higher than national averages. However, Salem currently ranks 307 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 $77,198 Salem, OR August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $84,309 Salem, OR August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $92,119 Salem, OR August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $99,631 Salem, OR August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $106,471 Salem, OR August 01, 2026
25% $84,309 10% $77,198 90% $106,471 75% $99,631 $92,119 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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    Software Systems Developer II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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About Salem, Oregon    Salem /ˈseɪləm/ is the capital of the U.S. state of Oregon, and the county seat of Marion County. It is located in the center of the Willamette Valley....More

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