Electrical Engineers Salary in San Luis Obispo, CA

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • San Luis Obispo-Paso Robles, CA

Median annual salary $129,070 +15.3% vs national
Median hourly $62.05
10th percentile $79,000
90th percentile $179,330
Employed locally 110
National median $111,910

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $79,000
    25th
    $96,300
    50th (median)
    $129,070
    75th
    $165,280
    90th
    $179,330

    San Luis Obispo economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.10% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $93,398 2023 • Census ACS
    Electrical Engineers salary vs area income 138% Median Electrical Engineers salary is 38% above the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Electrical Engineers make per hour in San Luis Obispo?

    The median hourly wage for Electrical Engineers in San Luis Obispo, CA is $62.05, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $98.58 or more per hour.

    Is San Luis Obispo above or below average for Electrical Engineers salaries?

    The median Electrical Engineers salary in San Luis Obispo, CA is 15.3% 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 San Luis Obispo?

    Entry-level Electrical Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $79,000 per year in San Luis Obispo, CA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $96,300.