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 $82,433, an Electrical Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $99,921, an Electrical Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $121,534, an Electrical Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $144,710, an Electrical Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $167,892,

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 $90,749, California $90,405, Massachusetts $89,200. 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: $154,323; Semiconductor Process Engineer IV: $128,690; Semiconductor Engineer IV: $128,675; Semiconductor Process Engineer III: $121,790.

Semiconductor Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Semiconductor Engineer make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Semiconductor Engineer in Delaware is $83,004 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): $97,836
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $75,443 to $90,768
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $68,558

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Semiconductor Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$90,768	$7,564	$1,746	$44
Average	$83,004	$6,917	$1,596	$40
25th Percentile	$75,443	$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): $82,433
Early Career (1-2 years): $99,921
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $121,534
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $144,710
Expert (over 8 years): $167,892

Levels	Salary
Semicondu... Level Semiconductor Engineer	$82,433
Electrica... Level Semiconductor Engineer	$99,921
Electrica... Level Semiconductor Engineer	$121,534
Electrica... Level Semiconductor Engineer	$144,710
Electrica... Level Semiconductor Engineer	$167,892

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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: $90,749.
California: $90,405.
Massachusetts: $89,200.

District of Columbia $90,749 California $90,405 Massachusetts $89,200 Washington $88,872 New Jersey $88,840 Alaska $88,725 Connecticut $87,594 New York $87,135

Hawaii $85,668 Rhode Island $84,979 Maryland $84,512 Minnesota $83,873 Colorado $83,627 Illinois $83,545 Oregon $83,233 Delaware $83,004

New Hampshire $82,860 Virginia $82,537 Pennsylvania $81,594 Nevada $81,119 North Dakota $80,963 Michigan $80,717 Wisconsin $80,627 Vermont $80,447

Texas $79,947 Maine $79,914 Arizona $79,865 Ohio $79,807 Georgia $79,053 Indiana $78,676 Wyoming $78,602 Utah $78,488

Iowa $78,438 Kansas $78,045 Louisiana $77,930 North Carolina $77,889 Missouri $77,873 Florida $77,553 Montana $77,381 Nebraska $77,217

Kentucky $77,127 South Carolina $76,799 Tennessee $76,594 Idaho $76,512 New Mexico $75,914 Oklahoma $75,783 Alabama $75,299 South Dakota $74,488

Arkansas $74,045 West Virginia $73,808 Mississippi $73,095

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: $82,630
Little Creek: $83,235
Magnolia: $83,115

Lincoln, DE $82,630 Little Creek, DE $83,235 Magnolia, DE $83,115 Milford, DE $82,840 Marydel, DE $82,976 Millsboro, DE $82,283 Millville, DE $82,410 Milton, DE $82,553

Nassau, DE $82,613 Ocean View, DE $82,396 Rehoboth Beach, DE $82,555 Seaford, DE $82,601 Selbyville, DE $82,260 Smyrna, DE $83,292 Viola, DE $82,909 Woodside, DE $83,132

Bear, DE $82,940 Newark, DE $82,909 Claymont, DE $83,078 Delaware City, DE $82,992 Hockessin, DE $82,901 Kirkwood, DE $82,976 Middletown, DE $83,008 Montchanin, DE $82,920

New Castle, DE $82,933 Odessa, DE $83,049 Port Penn, DE $83,105 Rockland, DE $82,928 Saint Georges, DE $82,982 Townsend, DE $83,110 Winterthur, DE $82,938 Lewes, DE $82,585

Wilmington, DE $82,905 Dover, DE $83,235 Dover Afb, DE $82,796 Bethany Beach, DE $82,310 Bethel, DE $82,395 Bridgeville, DE $82,589 Camden Wyoming, DE $83,001 Cheswold, DE $83,208

Clayton, DE $83,210 Dagsboro, DE $82,252 Delmar, DE $82,120 Ellendale, DE $82,369 Felton, DE $82,833 Fenwick Island, DE $82,270 Frankford, DE $82,127 Frederica, DE $82,915

Georgetown, DE $82,221 Greenwood, DE $82,602 Harbeson, DE $82,309 Harrington, DE $82,728 Hartly, DE $82,986 Houston, DE $82,610 Kenton, DE $83,214 Laurel, DE $82,172

Yorklyn, DE $82,926

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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$75,443

Average $83,004/year

$90,768

$6,287

Average $6,917/month

$7,564

$1,451

Average $1,596/week

$1,746

$36

Average $40/hour

$44

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$90,768	$7,564	$1,746	$44
Average	$83,004	$6,917	$1,596	$40
25th Percentile	$75,443	$6,287	$1,451	$36

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