What are the main factors that influence a RF Design Engineer's salary?

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

How does experience change A RF Design Engineer's salary?

A RF Design Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Radio Frequency Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $91,721, a RF Design Engineer (2-4 years)earns $101,967, a Radio Frequency Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $123,749, a Radio Frequency Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $147,347, a Radio Frequency Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $182,016,

What are the highest paying states for a RF Design Engineer?

RF Design Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for RF Design Engineer roles are District of Columbia $112,110, California $111,684, Massachusetts $110,196. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of RF Design Engineer roles make?

Salaries for RF Design Engineer level roles vary by specialization: RF Engineer VI: $182,370; RF Engineer V: $177,633; RF Engineer IV: $143,800; RF Engineer III: $120,800; Rf Engineer: $103,036.

RF Design Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a RF Design Engineer make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a RF Design Engineer in Delaware is $102,541 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $49.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $117,459
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $96,332 to $110,350
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $90,678

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RF Design Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$110,350	$9,196	$2,122	$53
Average	$102,541	$8,545	$1,972	$49
25th Percentile	$96,332	$8,028	$1,853	$46

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Key Factors That Influence RF Design Engineer Salaries

A RF Design 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 RF Design Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a RF Design 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): $91,721
Early Career (1-2 years): $101,967
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $123,749
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $147,347
Expert (over 8 years): $182,016

Levels	Salary
Radio Fre... Level RF Design Engineer	$91,721
RF Design... Level RF Design Engineer	$101,967
Radio Fre... Level RF Design Engineer	$123,749
Radio Fre... Level RF Design Engineer	$147,347
Radio Fre... Level RF Design Engineer	$182,016

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How Do RF Design 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 RF Design Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $112,110.
California: $111,684.
Massachusetts: $110,196.

District of Columbia $112,110 California $111,684 Massachusetts $110,196 Washington $109,791 New Jersey $109,750 Alaska $109,609 Connecticut $108,211 New York $107,644

Hawaii $105,832 Rhode Island $104,981 Maryland $104,404 Minnesota $103,614 Colorado $103,310 Illinois $103,209 Oregon $102,824 Delaware $102,541

New Hampshire $102,363 Virginia $101,964 Pennsylvania $100,799 Nevada $100,212 North Dakota $100,020 Michigan $99,716 Wisconsin $99,605 Vermont $99,382

Texas $98,764 Maine $98,724 Arizona $98,663 Ohio $98,592 Georgia $97,660 Indiana $97,195 Wyoming $97,104 Utah $96,962

Iowa $96,901 Kansas $96,415 Louisiana $96,273 North Carolina $96,223 Missouri $96,202 Florida $95,807 Montana $95,595 Nebraska $95,392

Kentucky $95,281 South Carolina $94,876 Tennessee $94,623 Idaho $94,522 New Mexico $93,782 Oklahoma $93,620 Alabama $93,023 South Dakota $92,021

Arkansas $91,474 West Virginia $91,180 Mississippi $90,299

Top Paying Cities for RF Design 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: $106,125
Little Creek: $105,143
Magnolia: $105,579

Lincoln, DE $106,125 Little Creek, DE $105,143 Magnolia, DE $105,579 Milford, DE $106,125 Marydel, DE $104,748 Millsboro, DE $106,125 Millville, DE $106,834 Milton, DE $106,125

Nassau, DE $106,125 Ocean View, DE $106,834 Rehoboth Beach, DE $106,834 Seaford, DE $105,012 Selbyville, DE $106,834 Smyrna, DE $104,627 Viola, DE $105,579 Woodside, DE $105,275

Bear, DE $103,857 Newark, DE $103,898 Claymont, DE $103,979 Delaware City, DE $103,898 Hockessin, DE $103,979 Kirkwood, DE $103,898 Middletown, DE $104,414 Montchanin, DE $103,979

New Castle, DE $103,979 Odessa, DE $104,556 Port Penn, DE $103,614 Rockland, DE $103,979 Saint Georges, DE $103,898 Townsend, DE $104,404 Winterthur, DE $103,979 Lewes, DE $106,125

Wilmington, DE $103,979 Dover, DE $105,093 Dover Afb, DE $105,336 Bethany Beach, DE $106,834 Bethel, DE $105,012 Bridgeville, DE $106,125 Camden Wyoming, DE $105,204 Cheswold, DE $104,850

Clayton, DE $104,586 Dagsboro, DE $106,834 Delmar, DE $105,012 Ellendale, DE $106,125 Felton, DE $106,125 Fenwick Island, DE $106,834 Frankford, DE $106,834 Frederica, DE $106,125

Georgetown, DE $106,125 Greenwood, DE $106,125 Harbeson, DE $106,125 Harrington, DE $106,125 Hartly, DE $104,536 Houston, DE $106,125 Kenton, DE $104,586 Laurel, DE $105,012

Yorklyn, DE $103,979

RF Design Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a RF Design 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 April 01, 2026

$96,332

Average $102,541/year

$110,350

$8,028

Average $8,545/month

$9,196

$1,853

Average $1,972/week

$2,122

$46

Average $49/hour

$53

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$110,350	$9,196	$2,122	$53
Average	$102,541	$8,545	$1,972	$49
25th Percentile	$96,332	$8,028	$1,853	$46

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