Electrical Engineers Salary in Western North Carolina

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Western North Carolina nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $95,810 -14.4% vs national
Median hourly $46.06
10th percentile $70,710
90th percentile $133,920
Employed locally 120
National median $111,910

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $70,710
    25th
    $75,910
    50th (median)
    $95,810
    75th
    $131,320
    90th
    $133,920

    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 Western North Carolina

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $87,720
    Civil Engineers $86,120
    Mechanical Engineers $81,100
    Surveying and Mapping Technicians $44,040
    Architectural and Civil Drafters $64,670
    Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians $51,730

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Electrical Engineers make per hour in Western North Carolina?

    The median hourly wage for Electrical Engineers in Western North Carolina is $46.06, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $65.73 or more per hour.

    Is Western North Carolina above or below average for Electrical Engineers salaries?

    The median Electrical Engineers salary in Western North Carolina is 14.4% 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 Western North Carolina?

    Entry-level Electrical Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $70,710 per year in Western North Carolina. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $75,910.