Robotics Engineer Salary in 2026
Design, build, and program robots for manufacturing, healthcare, exploration, and consumer applications.
Median Salary
$108,000
$9,000/mo
Entry Level
$72,000
starting pay
Senior Level
$158,000
experienced
Job Growth
+22%
10-yr outlook
Robotics Engineer Overview
Design, build, and program robots for manufacturing, healthcare, exploration, and consumer applications.
Education
Bachelor's or Master's
Experience
2-5 years
Industry
Engineering
Total Jobs (US)
85K
5-Year Growth
+20%
Category
Engineering
Hourly Rate
$51.92/hr
Monthly Pay
$9,000
Robotics Engineer Salary Calculator
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Mid Career (5-9 yrs)
Estimated Robotics Engineer Salary
$129,000
$10,750/month · $4,962/biweekly · $62.02/hr
Robotics Engineer Salary Range
Salary distribution from entry-level to top earners in the Robotics Engineer field.
Entry-level Robotics Engineers earn around $72,000, while the top 10% earn $176,500 or more.
Top Paying States for Robotics Engineers
| State | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| California | $127,000 | +$19,000 |
| Massachusetts | $121,000 | +$13,000 |
| Pennsylvania | $108,000 | $0 |
| Texas | $106,000 | $-2,000 |
| Michigan | $103,000 | $-5,000 |
Top Paying Cities for Robotics Engineers
| City | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| San Jose | $138,000 | +$30,000 |
| Boston | $121,000 | +$13,000 |
| Austin | $111,000 | +$3,000 |
| Detroit | $103,000 | $-5,000 |
| Pittsburgh | $103,000 | $-5,000 |
Required Skills & Certifications
Key Skills
Certifications
Robotics Engineer Career Progression
Typical salary growth path for a Robotics Engineer from entry level to expert.
$72,000
0-2 years
$115,000
3-7 years
$158,000
8-14 years
$195,000
15+ years
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