Electrical Engineers Salary in U.S. (2024)
In U.S., electrical engineers earn $111,910 at the median — $53.8 an hour. The range runs from $75K at the entry level to $175K for experienced workers.
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AffordMap analysis of BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024
So what does $112K get you in U.S.?
About electrical engineers
Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, U.S.
Entry-level electrical engineers (10th percentile) start around $75K. Mid-career wages sit at $112K.Top earners bring in $175K or more - a $101K spread from bottom to top.
Electrical Engineers pay across states
Median income ranked highest to lowest, compared to the national figure
| State | Median salary | vs. national | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Mexico | $144K | +29% | 1,580 |
| California | $140K | +25% | 23,650 |
| District of Columbia | $139K | +24% | 520 |
| New Hampshire | $132K | +18% | 1,420 |
| Washington | $131K | +17% | 10,010 |
| Idaho | $129K | +15% | 920 |
| Massachusetts | $126K | +13% | 4,780 |
| New Jersey | $125K | +12% | 3,620 |
| Maryland | $124K | +11% | 4,380 |
| Virginia | $122K | +9% | 5,990 |
| Vermont | $118K | +5% | 910 |
| Alabama | $116K | +4% | 4,470 |
| New York | $113K | +1% | 7,720 |
| Wyoming | $112K | -0% | 260 |
| Delaware | $112K | -0% | 600 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do electrical engineers make in U.S.?
The median is $111,910 a year - that works out to about $53.8 an hour. The range is wide: entry-level workers start around $74,670, and experienced electrical engineers can clear $175,460. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $112K enough to live in U.S.?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $7,260/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,412/month, which eats 19.4% of your paycheck. That's under the 30% guideline most financial planners use, so the numbers work.
How far does a electrical engineers salary go in U.S.?
U.S. 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 engineers salary is worth about $111,910 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do electrical engineers 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.