Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians Salary in Connecticut
In Connecticut, electrical and electronic engineering technologists and technicians earn $79,820 at the median — $38.38 an hour. The range runs from $52K at the entry level to $118K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Connecticut. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $80K get you in Connecticut?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Connecticut
Entry-level electrical and electronic engineering technologists and technicians (10th percentile) start around $52K. Mid-career wages sit at $80K. Top earners bring in $118K or more, a $66K spread from bottom to top.
Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians salary by metro in Connecticut
5 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury | $87K | +8% | 170 |
| Norwich-New London-Willimantic | $80K | +0% | 250 |
| Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford | $79K | -1% | 530 |
| New Haven | $77K | -4% | 160 |
| Waterbury-Shelton | $65K | -18% | 100 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do electrical and electronic engineering technologists and technicians make in Connecticut?
The median is $79,820 a year, that works out to about $38 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $51,950, and experienced electrical and electronic engineering technologists and technicians can clear $118,040. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $80K enough to live in Connecticut?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $5,050/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,679/month, which eats 33.2% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb, housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.
How far does a electrical and electronic engineering technologists and technicians salary go in Connecticut?
Connecticut has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median electrical and electronic engineering technologists and technicians salary is worth about $77,586 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do electrical and electronic engineering technologists and technicians get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.