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 $84,395, an Electrical Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $102,298, an Electrical Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $124,427, an Electrical Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $148,154, an Electrical Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $171,888,

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 Rhode Island

How much does a Semiconductor Engineer make in Rhode Island?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Semiconductor Engineer in Rhode Island is $84,979 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $41.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $100,165
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $77,238 to $92,928
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $70,190

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$92,928	$7,744	$1,787	$45
Average	$84,979	$7,082	$1,634	$41
25th Percentile	$77,238	$6,436	$1,485	$37

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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): $84,395
Early Career (1-2 years): $102,298
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $124,427
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $148,154
Expert (over 8 years): $171,888

Levels	Salary
Semicondu... Level Semiconductor Engineer	$84,395
Electrica... Level Semiconductor Engineer	$102,298
Electrica... Level Semiconductor Engineer	$124,427
Electrica... Level Semiconductor Engineer	$148,154
Electrica... Level Semiconductor Engineer	$171,888

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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:

Adamsville: $86,041
Albion: $85,314
Ashaway: $85,878

Adamsville, RI $86,041 Albion, RI $85,314 Ashaway, RI $85,878 Barrington, RI $85,090 Block Island, RI $85,564 Bradford, RI $85,827 Bristol, RI $85,418 Carolina, RI $85,685

Charlestown, RI $85,716 Chepachet, RI $85,545 Clayville, RI $85,307 Coventry, RI $85,311 West Greenwich, RI $85,546 East Greenwich, RI $85,254 Exeter, RI $85,523 Fiskeville, RI $85,088

Forestdale, RI $85,744 Foster, RI $85,500 Glendale, RI $85,750 Greene, RI $85,613 Greenville, RI $85,121 Harmony, RI $85,231 Harrisville, RI $85,714 Hope, RI $85,141

Hope Valley, RI $85,803 Hopkinton, RI $85,916 Jamestown, RI $85,629 Kenyon, RI $85,674 Little Compton, RI $86,028 Manville, RI $85,427 Mapleville, RI $85,562 Newport, RI $85,715

Middletown, RI $85,753 North Kingstown, RI $85,400 North Scituate, RI $85,232 Oakland, RI $85,655 Pascoag, RI $85,770 Pawtucket, RI $84,963 Central Falls, RI $85,000 Cumberland, RI $85,483

Lincoln, RI $85,086 Portsmouth, RI $85,706 Prudence Island, RI $85,530 Rockville, RI $85,903 Saunderstown, RI $85,577 Shannock, RI $85,679 Slatersville, RI $85,745 Slocum, RI $85,575

Tiverton, RI $85,967 Wakefield, RI $85,650 Kingston, RI $85,618 Narragansett, RI $85,674 Peace Dale, RI $85,640 Warren, RI $85,309 Warwick, RI $85,072 Westerly, RI $85,899

West Kingston, RI $85,645 West Warwick, RI $85,176 Wood River Junction, RI $85,767 Woonsocket, RI $85,749 North Smithfield, RI $85,554 Wyoming, RI $85,679 Providence, RI $84,938 Cranston, RI $84,950

North Providence, RI $84,959 East Providence, RI $84,944 Riverside, RI $84,971 Rumford, RI $84,959 Smithfield, RI $85,131 Johnston, RI $84,988

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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$77,238

Average $84,979/year

$92,928

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Average $7,082/month

$7,744

$1,485

Average $1,634/week

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$37

Average $41/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$92,928	$7,744	$1,787	$45
Average	$84,979	$7,082	$1,634	$41
25th Percentile	$77,238	$6,436	$1,485	$37

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