Computer Hardware Engineers

Occupation

$155,020
National Median Salary
$74.53
Median Hourly Wage
75,710
Total Employment

Salary Distribution

$85,430
$115,500
$155,020
$185,380
$223,820

10th percentile → 25th → Median → 75th → 90th percentile

Salary Trend (2014-2024)

+43.0%
10 Year Change
$108,430
2014 Median
$155,020
2024 Median
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Top Paying Industries for Computer Hardware Engineers

Industry Annual Median Employment
Web Search Portals, Libraries, Archives, and Other Information Services $212,410 1,350
Broadcasting and Content Providers $183,830 90
Media Streaming Distribution Services, Social Networks, and Other Media Networks and Content Providers $183,830 80
Scientific Research and Development Services $179,190 13,100
Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences $179,190 13,090

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Top Paying States for Computer Hardware Engineers

State Annual Median Employment
Connecticut $188,540 480
California $179,880 24,200
Washington $174,070 1,370
Massachusetts $170,570 3,350
Arizona $163,090 3,390

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Web Search Portals, Libraries, Archives, and Other Information Services Media Streaming Distribution Services, Social Networks, and Other Media Networks and Content Providers Broadcasting and Content Providers Scientific Research and Development Services Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services Agencies, Brokerages, and Other Insurance Related Activities Insurance Carriers and Related Activities Insurance Agencies and Brokerages Motor Vehicle Manufacturing Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Other Financial Investments and Related Activities