As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Microelectronics Engineer in Houston, TX is $126,535, equivalent to $61 per hour, $2,433 weekly, or $10,545 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 Houston, TX vary widely, spanning from $110,360 to $145,357. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($118,068) and 75th percentile ($136,387), while top earners (90th percentile) make $145,357 per year. This $18,319 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, Houston Microelectronics Engineer often earn 2.3% lower than national averages. However, Houston currently ranks 356 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 $110,360 Houston, TX January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Microelectronics Engineer Salary $118,068 Houston, TX January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Microelectronics Engineer Salary $126,535 Houston, TX January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Microelectronics Engineer Salary $136,387 Houston, TX January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Microelectronics Engineer Salary $145,357 Houston, TX January 01, 2026
25% $118,068 10% $110,360 90% $145,357 75% $136,387 $126,535 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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