What are the main factors that influence a Circuit Board Designer's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Circuit Board Designer's salary?

A Circuit Board Designer's salary grows with experience: a Circuit Board Designer (0-2 years)earns $83,006, a Printed Circuit Board Designer II (2-4 years)earns $98,710, a Printed Circuit Board Designer III (4-7 years)earns $115,687,

What are the highest paying states for a Circuit Board Designer?

Circuit Board Designer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Circuit Board Designer roles are District of Columbia $83,728, California $83,410, Massachusetts $82,298. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Circuit Board Designer roles make?

Salaries for Circuit Board Designer level roles vary by specialization: Designer, Senior - Printed Circuit Board: $103,100; Printed Circuit Board Designer III: $103,033; Analog Circuit Designer: $100,637; Circuit Designer: $88,420; Designer, Experienced - Printed Circuit Board: $88,000.

Circuit Board Designer Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Circuit Board Designer make in District of Columbia?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Circuit Board Designer in District of Columbia is $83,728 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.

However, a Circuit Board Designer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $102,477
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $76,847 to $93,542
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $70,582

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Circuit Board Designer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$93,542	$7,795	$1,799	$45
Average	$83,728	$6,977	$1,610	$40
25th Percentile	$76,847	$6,404	$1,478	$37

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Key Factors That Influence Circuit Board Designer Salaries

A Circuit Board Designer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Circuit Board Designer Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Circuit Board Designers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $83,728.
California: $83,410.
Massachusetts: $82,298.

District of Columbia $83,728 California $83,410 Massachusetts $82,298 Washington $81,996 New Jersey $81,966 Alaska $81,860 Connecticut $80,816 New York $80,393

Hawaii $79,039 Rhode Island $78,404 Maryland $77,973 Minnesota $77,383 Colorado $77,156 Illinois $77,081 Oregon $76,793 Delaware $76,581

New Hampshire $76,448 Virginia $76,150 Pennsylvania $75,281 Nevada $74,842 North Dakota $74,699 Michigan $74,472 Wisconsin $74,388 Vermont $74,222

Texas $73,761 Maine $73,731 Arizona $73,685 Ohio $73,632 Georgia $72,937 Indiana $72,589 Wyoming $72,521 Utah $72,415

Iowa $72,369 Kansas $72,006 Louisiana $71,901 North Carolina $71,863 Missouri $71,848 Florida $71,553 Montana $71,394 Nebraska $71,243

Kentucky $71,159 South Carolina $70,857 Tennessee $70,668 Idaho $70,592 New Mexico $70,040 Oklahoma $69,919 Alabama $69,473 South Dakota $68,724

Arkansas $68,316 West Virginia $68,097 Mississippi $67,439

Top Paying Cities for Circuit Board Designers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Parcel Return Service: $83,273
Washington: $83,274
Naval Anacost Annex: $83,270

Parcel Return Service, DC $83,273 Washington, DC $83,274 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $83,270 Washington Navy Yard, DC $83,273

Circuit Board Designer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Circuit Board Designer's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on May 01, 2026

$76,847

Average $83,728/year

$93,542

$6,404

Average $6,977/month

$7,795

$1,478

Average $1,610/week

$1,799

$37

Average $40/hour

$45

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$93,542	$7,795	$1,799	$45
Average	$83,728	$6,977	$1,610	$40
25th Percentile	$76,847	$6,404	$1,478	$37

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