Electrical Engineers Salary in Northeastern Pennsylvania

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

Median annual salary $90,740 -18.9% vs national
Median hourly $43.63
10th percentile $67,790
90th percentile $141,730
Employed locally 50
National median $111,910

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $67,790
    25th
    $79,290
    50th (median)
    $90,740
    75th
    $122,330
    90th
    $141,730

    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 Northeastern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $94,760
    Mechanical Engineers $93,510
    Civil Engineers $92,860
    Electronics Engineers, Except Computer $105,560
    Engineers, All Other $75,560
    Architectural and Civil Drafters $57,210

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Electrical Engineers in Northeastern Pennsylvania is $43.63, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $70.75 or more per hour.

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

    The median Electrical Engineers salary in Northeastern Pennsylvania is 18.9% 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 Northeastern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Electrical Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $67,790 per year in Northeastern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $79,290.