As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Microelectronics Engineer in Columbia, MD is $130,490, equivalent to $63 per hour, $2,509 weekly, or $10,874 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 Columbia, MD vary widely, spanning from $113,810 to $149,901. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($121,759) and 75th percentile ($140,650), while top earners (90th percentile) make $149,901 per year. This $18,891 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, Columbia Microelectronics Engineer often earn 0.2% higher than national averages. However, Columbia currently ranks 282 statewide for Microelectronics 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
Microelectronics Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Microelectronics Engineer Salary $113,810 Columbia, MD January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Microelectronics Engineer Salary $121,759 Columbia, MD January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Microelectronics Engineer Salary $130,490 Columbia, MD January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Microelectronics Engineer Salary $140,650 Columbia, MD January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Microelectronics Engineer Salary $149,901 Columbia, MD January 01, 2026
25% $121,759 10% $113,810 90% $149,901 75% $140,650 $130,490 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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