Computer Hardware Engineers wage levels by area
Depending on the area, a Computer Hardware Engineers job reaches Level III at $174,180 to $208,437 a year, which means 3 entries in the H-1B lottery.
Where each level starts
| Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA | |||
| $152,173 | $180,295 | $208,437 | $236,559 |
| Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX | |||
| $116,959 | $145,559 | $174,180 | $202,780 |
Annual amounts, rounded up to the dollar. Open an area for hourly rates and an example salary.
What this occupation covers
Research, design, develop, or test computer or computer-related equipment for commercial, industrial, military, or scientific use. May supervise the manufacturing and installation of computer or computer-related equipment and components.
OFLC wage year 2026-27 (BLS OEWS May 2025) · file released · page built · Rule: 90 FR 60864
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