Electrical Engineers Salary in Southwest Montana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Montana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $86,600 -22.6% vs national
Median hourly $41.64
10th percentile $61,740
90th percentile $125,920
National median $111,910

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $61,740
    25th
    $80,150
    50th (median)
    $86,600
    75th
    $109,790
    90th
    $125,920

    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 Southwest Montana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Civil Engineers $79,980
    Mechanical Engineers $95,100
    Environmental Engineers $83,230
    Surveyors $104,050
    Architectural and Civil Drafters $63,070

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Electrical Engineers make per hour in Southwest Montana?

    The median hourly wage for Electrical Engineers in Southwest Montana is $41.64, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $63.25 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Montana above or below average for Electrical Engineers salaries?

    The median Electrical Engineers salary in Southwest Montana is 22.6% 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 Southwest Montana?

    Entry-level Electrical Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $61,740 per year in Southwest Montana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $80,150.