What are the main factors that influence a PCB Layout Engineer's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for PCB Layout Engineer?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for PCB Layout Engineer roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change A PCB Layout Engineer's salary?

A PCB Layout Engineer's salary grows with experience: a PCB Layout Engineer (0-2 years)earns $83,343, a Digital Design Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $104,875, a Digital Design Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $130,744, a Digital Design Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $165,361, a Digital Design Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $195,915,

What are the highest paying states for a PCB Layout Engineer?

PCB Layout Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for PCB Layout Engineer roles are District of Columbia $91,679, California $91,331, Massachusetts $90,114. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of PCB Layout Engineer roles make?

Salaries for PCB Layout Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Facilities Layout Engineer IV: $138,543; Principal Layout Engineer: $121,265; Facilities Layout Engineer III: $115,523; Analog Layout Engineer: $102,447; Layout Design Engineer: $97,810.

PCB Layout Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a PCB Layout Engineer make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a PCB Layout Engineer in Delaware is $83,854 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.

However, a PCB Layout Engineer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $97,132
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $77,046 to $90,804
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $70,848

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PCB Layout Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$90,804	$7,567	$1,746	$44
Average	$83,854	$6,988	$1,613	$40
25th Percentile	$77,046	$6,421	$1,482	$37

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Key Factors That Influence PCB Layout Engineer Salaries

A PCB Layout Engineer'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 Experience Level Affects PCB Layout Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a PCB Layout Engineer's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $83,343
Early Career (1-2 years): $104,875
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $130,744
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $165,361
Expert (over 8 years): $195,915

Levels	Salary
PCB Layou... Level PCB Layout Engineer	$83,343
Digital D... Level PCB Layout Engineer	$104,875
Digital D... Level PCB Layout Engineer	$130,744
Digital D... Level PCB Layout Engineer	$165,361
Digital D... Level PCB Layout Engineer	$195,915

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How Do PCB Layout Engineer 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 PCB Layout Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $91,679.
California: $91,331.
Massachusetts: $90,114.

District of Columbia $91,679 California $91,331 Massachusetts $90,114 Washington $89,783 New Jersey $89,750 Alaska $89,634 Connecticut $88,491 New York $88,028

Hawaii $86,545 Rhode Island $85,850 Maryland $85,378 Minnesota $84,732 Colorado $84,484 Illinois $84,401 Oregon $84,086 Delaware $83,854

New Hampshire $83,709 Virginia $83,382 Pennsylvania $82,430 Nevada $81,950 North Dakota $81,793 Michigan $81,544 Wisconsin $81,453 Vermont $81,271

Texas $80,766 Maine $80,733 Arizona $80,683 Ohio $80,625 Georgia $79,863 Indiana $79,482 Wyoming $79,408 Utah $79,292

Iowa $79,242 Kansas $78,845 Louisiana $78,729 North Carolina $78,688 Missouri $78,671 Florida $78,348 Montana $78,174 Nebraska $78,009

Kentucky $77,917 South Carolina $77,586 Tennessee $77,379 Idaho $77,296 New Mexico $76,692 Oklahoma $76,559 Alabama $76,071 South Dakota $75,251

Arkansas $74,804 West Virginia $74,564 Mississippi $73,844

Top Paying Cities for PCB Layout Engineers

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:

Lincoln: $83,477
Little Creek: $84,088
Magnolia: $83,967

Lincoln, DE $83,477 Little Creek, DE $84,088 Magnolia, DE $83,967 Milford, DE $83,689 Marydel, DE $83,826 Millsboro, DE $83,127 Millville, DE $83,255 Milton, DE $83,399

Nassau, DE $83,459 Ocean View, DE $83,241 Rehoboth Beach, DE $83,401 Seaford, DE $83,448 Selbyville, DE $83,103 Smyrna, DE $84,146 Viola, DE $83,758 Woodside, DE $83,984

Bear, DE $83,790 Newark, DE $83,758 Claymont, DE $83,930 Delaware City, DE $83,842 Hockessin, DE $83,751 Kirkwood, DE $83,826 Middletown, DE $83,859 Montchanin, DE $83,770

New Castle, DE $83,782 Odessa, DE $83,900 Port Penn, DE $83,956 Rockland, DE $83,778 Saint Georges, DE $83,832 Townsend, DE $83,961 Winterthur, DE $83,788 Lewes, DE $83,431

Wilmington, DE $83,755 Dover, DE $84,088 Dover Afb, DE $83,645 Bethany Beach, DE $83,153 Bethel, DE $83,239 Bridgeville, DE $83,435 Camden Wyoming, DE $83,851 Cheswold, DE $84,061

Clayton, DE $84,063 Dagsboro, DE $83,095 Delmar, DE $82,962 Ellendale, DE $83,214 Felton, DE $83,682 Fenwick Island, DE $83,113 Frankford, DE $82,968 Frederica, DE $83,765

Georgetown, DE $83,064 Greenwood, DE $83,449 Harbeson, DE $83,152 Harrington, DE $83,576 Hartly, DE $83,836 Houston, DE $83,457 Kenton, DE $84,067 Laurel, DE $83,014

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PCB Layout Engineer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For PCB Layout Engineer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 80% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, PCB Layout Engineer positions in Telecom. or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view PCB Layout Engineer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a PCB Layout Engineer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$109,011	$52.0	30%
Energy & Utilities	$104,818	$50.0	25%
Pharmaceuticals	$100,625	$48.0	20%
Aerospace & Defense	$96,433	$46.0	15%
Internet	$92,240	$44.0	10%

PCB Layout Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a PCB Layout Engineer'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 July 01, 2026

$77,046

Average $83,854/year

$90,804

$6,421

Average $6,988/month

$7,567

$1,482

Average $1,613/week

$1,746

$37

Average $40/hour

$44

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$90,804	$7,567	$1,746	$44
Average	$83,854	$6,988	$1,613	$40
25th Percentile	$77,046	$6,421	$1,482	$37

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