Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians Salary in Northwest Illinois

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Illinois nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $66,920 -13.3% vs national
Median hourly $32.17
10th percentile $31,620
90th percentile $87,230
Employed locally 60
National median $77,180

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,620
    25th
    $31,620
    50th (median)
    $66,920
    75th
    $73,140
    90th
    $87,230

    Top-paying metros for Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Birmingham, AL $120,040
    Northeast Virginia nonmetropolitan area $113,030
    Western Wyoming nonmetropolitan area $111,060
    Morgantown, WV $106,820
    Atlantic City-Hammonton, NJ $103,480
    District of Columbia $102,500

    Related occupations in Northwest Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $86,760
    Civil Engineers $93,960
    Mechanical Engineers $83,480
    Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians $75,700
    Electrical Engineers $104,140
    Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians $70,110

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians make per hour in Northwest Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians in Northwest Illinois is $32.17, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $41.94 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Illinois above or below average for Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians salaries?

    The median Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians salary in Northwest Illinois is 13.3% below the national median of $77,180. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians in Northwest Illinois?

    Entry-level Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $31,620 per year in Northwest Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $31,620.