Computer Hardware Engineer Salary in Sacramento, CA
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$142,094
Hourly Rate
$68.31
/hour
Jobs in Area
89
employed
Computer Hardware Engineer Salary Range in Sacramento, CA
Annual Salary Range
$95k
10th percentile
$116k
25th
$166k
75th
$213k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $95,458 | $45.89 |
| 25th Percentile | $116,118 | $55.83 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $142,094 | $68.31 |
| 75th Percentile | $166,095 | $79.85 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $213,352 | $102.57 |
| Average (Mean) | $155,960 | $74.98 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Computer Hardware Engineer salary in Sacramento, CA is $142,094 per year or $68.31 per hour as of 2023. 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 2023. The geographic area covered is the Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/14/2026
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How Sacramento, CA Compares
vs National Average
$138,080
vs California Average
$130,216
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$119,206
Cost of living in Sacramento, CA is 19.2% above the national average.
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