Electrical Engineers Salary (2025)
Based on 198,750 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $76,550 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $92,830 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $120,630 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $152,950 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $184,300 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$77K
25th
$93K
Median
$121K
75th
$153K
90th
$184K
Highest Paying States for Electrical Engineers
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| New Mexico | $155,400 |
| California | $151,180 |
| District of Columbia | $142,760 |
| New Hampshire | $142,360 |
| Washington | $136,970 |
| Texas | $135,580 |
| Massachusetts | $130,190 |
| Maryland | $129,390 |
| New Jersey | $126,990 |
| Colorado | $126,480 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Electrical Engineers salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is New Mexico at an average of $155,400 per year, while Colorado has an average of $126,480 — a difference of $28,920. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Electrical Engineers
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 198,750 workers were employed as Electrical Engineerss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Architecture and Engineering Occupations. The annual mean wage of $125,100 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 17-2071