Electrical Engineers Salary in Northwestern Idaho

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwestern Idaho nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $125,970 +12.6% vs national
Median hourly $60.56
10th percentile $94,880
90th percentile $212,430
Employed locally 40
National median $111,910

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $94,880
    25th
    $111,650
    50th (median)
    $125,970
    75th
    $141,630
    90th
    $212,430

    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 Northwestern Idaho

    OccupationMedian salary
    Civil Engineers $87,050
    Industrial Engineers $96,220
    Architectural and Civil Drafters $48,250
    Architects, Except Landscape and Naval $71,290
    Aerospace Engineers $81,570
    Mechanical Engineers $99,110

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Electrical Engineers make per hour in Northwestern Idaho?

    The median hourly wage for Electrical Engineers in Northwestern Idaho is $60.56, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $91.13 or more per hour.

    Is Northwestern Idaho above or below average for Electrical Engineers salaries?

    The median Electrical Engineers salary in Northwestern Idaho is 12.6% above 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 Northwestern Idaho?

    Entry-level Electrical Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $94,880 per year in Northwestern Idaho. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $111,650.