As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Microelectronics Engineer in the US is $126,763, equivalent to $61 per hour, $2,438 weekly, or $10,564 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Microelectronics Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Microelectronics Engineer in the US vary widely, spanning from $110,559 to $145,620. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($118,281) and 75th percentile ($136,633), while top earners (90th percentile) make $145,620 per year. This $18,352 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Troubleshooting or Calibration, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Microelectronics Engineer often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 54 companies and industry startups. 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
Microelectronics Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Microelectronics Engineer Salary $110,559 US January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Microelectronics Engineer Salary $118,281 US January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Microelectronics Engineer Salary $126,763 US January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Microelectronics Engineer Salary $136,633 US January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Microelectronics Engineer Salary $145,620 US January 01, 2026
25% $118,281 10% $110,559 90% $145,620 75% $136,633 $126,763 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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