Computer Hardware Engineer Salary in San Diego, CA
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$156,819
Hourly Rate
$75.39
/hour
Jobs in Area
84
employed
Computer Hardware Engineer Salary Range in San Diego, CA
Annual Salary Range
$104k
10th percentile
$130k
25th
$188k
75th
$228k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $103,930 | $49.97 |
| 25th Percentile | $129,741 | $62.38 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $156,819 | $75.39 |
| 75th Percentile | $187,685 | $90.23 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $227,794 | $109.52 |
| Average (Mean) | $172,021 | $82.70 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Computer Hardware Engineer salary in San Diego, CA is $156,819 per year or $75.39 per hour as of 2024. This is based on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey.
About This Data
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey for 2024. The geographic area covered is the San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/23/2026
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How San Diego, CA Compares
vs National Average
$145,760
vs California Average
$143,997
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$109,817
Cost of living in San Diego, CA is 42.8% above the national average.
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