Electrical Engineers
SOC code 17-2071 · Architecture and Engineering Occupations
National employment
198,750
Mean annual wage
$125,100
Mean hourly wage
$60.15
Median annual wage
$120,630
Median hourly wage
$58.00
Wage percentiles
| Percentile | Annual wage | Hourly wage |
|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $76,550 | $36.80 |
| 25th percentile | $92,830 | $44.63 |
| 50th percentile (median) | $120,630 | $58.00 |
| 75th percentile | $152,950 | $73.53 |
| 90th percentile | $184,300 | $88.61 |
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Similar-paying occupations in Architecture and Engineering Occupations
- Engineers, All Other 17-2199$122,930/yr
- Chemical Engineers 17-2041$125,040/yr
- Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors 17-2111$115,160/yr
- Materials Engineers 17-2131$112,860/yr
- Marine Engineers and Naval Architects 17-2121$112,230/yr
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2024 estimates. Wage figures are BLS OEWS estimates and may not reflect current pay.