Electrical Engineers Salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania

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

Median annual salary $99,620 -11% vs national
Median hourly $47.89
10th percentile $72,500
90th percentile $147,650
Employed locally 100
National median $111,910

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $72,500
    25th
    $80,250
    50th (median)
    $99,620
    75th
    $120,570
    90th
    $147,650

    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 Southwestern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Mechanical Engineers$83,080
    Industrial Engineers$83,550
    Civil Engineers$90,990
    Mechanical Drafters$58,750
    Architectural and Civil Drafters$58,820
    Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers$85,840

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Electrical Engineers in Southwestern Pennsylvania is $47.89, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $64.90 or more per hour.

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

    The median Electrical Engineers salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania is 11% 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 Southwestern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Electrical Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $72,500 per year in Southwestern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $80,250.