ASIC Design Manager Salary in the United States

How much does an ASIC Design Manager make in the United States? As of November 01, 2026, the average salary for an ASIC Design Manager in the United States is $189,024 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $91.

However, an ASIC Design Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $216,852
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $176,725 to $203,590
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $165,527

Key Factors That Influence ASIC Design Manager Salaries

An ASIC Design Manager's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects ASIC Design Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an ASIC Design Manager's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $162,353
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $148,608
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $185,990
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $226,424
  • Expert (over 8 years): $256,143
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Product Design Engineer V less than 1 year $162,353
Product Design Manager 1-2 years $148,608
ASIC Design Manager 2-4 years $185,990
Product Design Director 5-8 years $226,424
VP of Product Design over 8 years $256,143

Top Paying Cities for ASIC Design Manager

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $238,416
  • San Francisco: $235,806
  • Oakland: $230,836

ASIC Design Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For ASIC Design Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 80% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, ASIC Design Manager positions in Media or MFG Nondurable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view ASIC Design Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an ASIC Design Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking $264,634 $127.0 40%
Internet $245,731 $118.0 30%
Financial Services $226,829 $109.0 20%
Aerospace & Defense $223,048 $107.0 18%
Pharmaceuticals $217,378 $105.0 15%

ASIC Design Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an ASIC Design Manager's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

  • Hourly
  • Monthly
  • Weekly
  • Yearly
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Last Updated on November 01, 2026
$176,725
Average $189,024/year
$203,590
$14,727
Average $15,752/month
$16,966
$3,399
Average $3,635/week
$3,915
$85
Average $91/hour
$98
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $203,590 $16,966 $3,915 $98
Average $189,024 $15,752 $3,635 $91
25th Percentile $176,725 $14,727 $3,399 $85

Most common benefits for ASIC Design Manager

  • Social Security
  • 401 (k)
  • Disability
  • Healthcare
  • Pension
  • Time Off (days)

Common company salaries for ASIC Design Manager

Here are companies hiring for ASIC Design Manager and their salaries, click below for more details.

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FAQ about ASIC Design Manager

1. What industry pays the highest salary for ASIC Design Manager?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for ASIC Design Manager roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

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