What is the average hourly wage for Electrical Engineers?

The median hourly wage for Electrical Engineers is $50.96 per hour. This translates to approximately $105,990 per year working full-time.

What states pay Electrical Engineers the most?

Salaries for Electrical Engineers vary significantly by location. Use the state-by-state table above to see which states offer the highest median wages for this occupation.

What education is needed to become a electrical engineer?

Typical education required: Bachelor's degree.

Electrical Engineers Salary

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Official U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Data - May 2024

Median Annual Salary

$105,990

$50.96 / hour

▲ 4% (Average)

Salary Range

$56,175 - $182,303

10th to 90th percentile

Total Employed

188,060

workers nationally

🏛️ Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024 | Updated: Annual | Methodology

Electrical Engineers Salary by Percentile

$56,175 $182,303

10th pct Median: $105,990 90th pct

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
10th (Entry Level)	$56,175	$27.01
25th Percentile	$76,313	$36.69
50th (Median)	$105,990	$50.96
75th Percentile	$146,266	$70.32
90th (Top Earners)	$182,303	$87.65
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Top Paying States for Electrical Engineers

#	State	Median Annual	Median Hourly
1	District of Columbia (DC)	$139,907	$67.26
2	California (CA)	$132,488	$63.70
3	Massachusetts (MA)	$129,308	$62.17
4	New York (NY)	$129,308	$62.17
5	New Jersey (NJ)	$127,188	$61.15
6	Connecticut (CT)	$125,068	$60.13
7	Maryland (MD)	$125,068	$60.13
8	Hawaii (HI)	$121,888	$58.60
9	Alaska (AK)	$118,709	$57.07
10	Washington (WA)	$118,709	$57.07
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Electrical Engineers

Electrical Engineers work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the technology sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Requirements

Typical Entry-Level Education: Bachelor's degree

Job Outlook for Electrical Engineers

Projected Growth

+4%

2022-2032

▲ 4% (Average)

Annual Job Openings

196,600

projected annually

Outlook data based on BLS Employment Projections program. Growth rate is projected change in employment 2022-2032.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Electrical Engineers make?

The median annual salary for Electrical Engineers is $105,990 (BLS OEWS May 2024). Entry-level workers earn around $56,175, while the top 10% earn $182,303 or more.

What is the hourly wage for Electrical Engineers?

Electrical Engineers earn a median hourly wage of $50.96 per hour. Working full-time (40 hrs/week, 52 weeks), this equals approximately $105,990 annually.

Is Electrical Engineers a good-paying career?

With a median salary of $105,990, Electrical Engineers earns above the U.S. median household income. Job outlook: Average (4% growth, 2022-2032).

What education do Electrical Engineers need?

Typical entry-level education: Bachelor's degree. Requirements vary by employer and specialization - check with specific employers and BLS OOH for detailed requirements.