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Average Hardware Engineer with Verilog VHDL Skills Salary in Santa Clara, California

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$118,496
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
25%
$112k
MEDIAN
$118k
75%
$147k

The average salary for a Hardware Engineer is $118,496 in 2025

Base Salary
$112k - $147k
Bonus
$0 - $9k
Profit Sharing
$0 - $17k
Total Pay
$118k - $160k
Based on 7 salary profiles (last updated Oct 27 2020)
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Common Health Benefits for a Hardware Engineer

Medical
100%
Dental
100%
Vision
86%

Gender Breakdown for Hardware Engineers

Male
75.0%
Female
25.0%
This data is based on 4 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Hardware Engineers

What is the highest pay for Hardware Engineers in Santa Clara?

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How can Hardware Engineers increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Hardware Engineer is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Hardware Engineer that oversees more junior Hardware Engineers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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