Electrical Engineers Salary in South Central Wisconsin

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

Median annual salary $84,340 -24.6% vs national
Median hourly $40.55
10th percentile $62,210
90th percentile $124,590
Employed locally 290
National median $111,910

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $62,210
    25th
    $73,510
    50th (median)
    $84,340
    75th
    $104,990
    90th
    $124,590

    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 South Central Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $85,550
    Mechanical Engineers $90,660
    Civil Engineers $81,420
    Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians $60,970
    Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians $65,100
    Mechanical Drafters $57,700

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Electrical Engineers make per hour in South Central Wisconsin?

    The median hourly wage for Electrical Engineers in South Central Wisconsin is $40.55, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $61.02 or more per hour.

    Is South Central Wisconsin above or below average for Electrical Engineers salaries?

    The median Electrical Engineers salary in South Central Wisconsin is 24.6% 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 South Central Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Electrical Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $62,210 per year in South Central Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $73,510.