Electrical Engineers Salary in Central Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $99,090 -11.5% vs national
Median hourly $47.64
10th percentile $65,970
90th percentile $151,630
Employed locally 90
National median $111,910

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $65,970
    25th
    $77,350
    50th (median)
    $99,090
    75th
    $126,970
    90th
    $151,630

    Top-paying metros for Electrical Engineers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $186,920
    Slidell-Mandeville-Covington, LA $167,010
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $163,840
    Southern Vermont nonmetropolitan area $156,670
    Manchester-Nashua, NH $151,040
    North Coast Region of California nonmetropolitan area $150,670

    Related occupations in Central Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $91,780
    Mechanical Engineers $79,220
    Civil Engineers $82,680
    Architectural and Civil Drafters $57,240
    Architects, Except Landscape and Naval $84,140
    Mechanical Drafters $51,540

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Electrical Engineers make per hour in Central Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Electrical Engineers in Central Pennsylvania is $47.64, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $70.21 or more per hour.

    Is Central Pennsylvania above or below average for Electrical Engineers salaries?

    The median Electrical Engineers salary in Central Pennsylvania is 11.5% below the national median of $111,910. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Electrical Engineers in Central Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Electrical Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $65,970 per year in Central Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $77,350.