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

A Semiconductor Engineer's salary grows with experience: an Semiconductor Engineer (0-2 years)earns $82,435, an Electrical Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $99,923, an Electrical Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $121,535, an Electrical Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $144,711, an Electrical Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $167,903,

What are the highest paying states for a Semiconductor Engineer?

Semiconductor Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Semiconductor Engineer roles are District of Columbia $90,755, California $90,410, Massachusetts $89,206. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Semiconductor Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Semiconductor Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Semiconductor Process Engineer V: $154,390; Semiconductor Engineer V: $154,329; Semiconductor Process Engineer IV: $128,790; Semiconductor Engineer IV: $128,709; Semiconductor Process Engineer III: $121,790.

Semiconductor Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Semiconductor Engineer make in Delaware?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Semiconductor Engineer in Delaware is $83,009 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $97,917
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $75,439 to $90,813
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $68,547

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Semiconductor Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$90,813	$7,568	$1,746	$44
Average	$83,009	$6,917	$1,596	$40
25th Percentile	$75,439	$6,287	$1,451	$36

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Key Factors That Influence Semiconductor Engineer Salaries

A Semiconductor 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 Semiconductor Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Semiconductor 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): $82,435
Early Career (1-2 years): $99,923
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $121,535
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $144,711
Expert (over 8 years): $167,903

Levels	Salary
Semicondu... Level Semiconductor Engineer	$82,435
Electrica... Level Semiconductor Engineer	$99,923
Electrica... Level Semiconductor Engineer	$121,535
Electrica... Level Semiconductor Engineer	$144,711
Electrica... Level Semiconductor Engineer	$167,903

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

District of Columbia: $90,755.
California: $90,410.
Massachusetts: $89,206.

District of Columbia $90,755 California $90,410 Massachusetts $89,206 Washington $88,878 New Jersey $88,845 Alaska $88,730 Connecticut $87,599 New York $87,140

Hawaii $85,673 Rhode Island $84,984 Maryland $84,517 Minnesota $83,878 Colorado $83,632 Illinois $83,550 Oregon $83,238 Delaware $83,009

New Hampshire $82,865 Virginia $82,542 Pennsylvania $81,599 Nevada $81,124 North Dakota $80,968 Michigan $80,722 Wisconsin $80,632 Vermont $80,451

Texas $79,951 Maine $79,919 Arizona $79,869 Ohio $79,812 Georgia $79,058 Indiana $78,681 Wyoming $78,607 Utah $78,492

Iowa $78,443 Kansas $78,050 Louisiana $77,935 North Carolina $77,894 Missouri $77,878 Florida $77,558 Montana $77,386 Nebraska $77,222

Kentucky $77,132 South Carolina $76,804 Tennessee $76,599 Idaho $76,517 New Mexico $75,919 Oklahoma $75,787 Alabama $75,304 South Dakota $74,492

Arkansas $74,050 West Virginia $73,812 Mississippi $73,099

Top Paying Cities for Semiconductor 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: $85,910
Little Creek: $85,115
Magnolia: $85,468

Lincoln, DE $85,910 Little Creek, DE $85,115 Magnolia, DE $85,468 Milford, DE $85,910 Marydel, DE $84,796 Millsboro, DE $85,910 Millville, DE $86,484 Milton, DE $85,910

Nassau, DE $85,910 Ocean View, DE $86,484 Rehoboth Beach, DE $86,484 Seaford, DE $85,009 Selbyville, DE $86,484 Smyrna, DE $84,697 Viola, DE $85,468 Woodside, DE $85,222

Bear, DE $84,074 Newark, DE $84,107 Claymont, DE $84,173 Delaware City, DE $84,107 Hockessin, DE $84,173 Kirkwood, DE $84,107 Middletown, DE $84,525 Montchanin, DE $84,173

New Castle, DE $84,173 Odessa, DE $84,640 Port Penn, DE $83,878 Rockland, DE $84,173 Saint Georges, DE $84,107 Townsend, DE $84,517 Winterthur, DE $84,173 Lewes, DE $85,910

Wilmington, DE $84,173 Dover, DE $85,074 Dover Afb, DE $85,271 Bethany Beach, DE $86,484 Bethel, DE $85,009 Bridgeville, DE $85,910 Camden Wyoming, DE $85,165 Cheswold, DE $84,878

Clayton, DE $84,665 Dagsboro, DE $86,484 Delmar, DE $85,009 Ellendale, DE $85,910 Felton, DE $85,910 Fenwick Island, DE $86,484 Frankford, DE $86,484 Frederica, DE $85,910

Georgetown, DE $85,910 Greenwood, DE $85,910 Harbeson, DE $85,910 Harrington, DE $85,910 Hartly, DE $84,624 Houston, DE $85,910 Kenton, DE $84,665 Laurel, DE $85,009

Yorklyn, DE $84,173

Semiconductor Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Semiconductor 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.

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$75,439

Average $83,009/year

$90,813

$6,287

Average $6,917/month

$7,568

$1,451

Average $1,596/week

$1,746

$36

Average $40/hour

$44

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$90,813	$7,568	$1,746	$44
Average	$83,009	$6,917	$1,596	$40
25th Percentile	$75,439	$6,287	$1,451	$36

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