Electrical Engineer Salary in California
Electrical Engineer pay in California, explained
Electrical engineers in California earn a median of $144,040 per year ($69.25 per hour), which is 19% above the national median of $120,630. Entry-level workers earn around $81,840, while the most experienced electrical engineers reach about $217,760. Pay varies by employer, setting, and metro area within California.
Is $144,040 good pay in California?
Adjusted for California's cost of living (which runs 111% of the U.S. average), that $144,040 is worth about $130,094 in national buying power — ranking California #9 for real pay (vs #2 on the sticker number).
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Electrical Engineer in California: FAQ
How much do electrical engineers make in California?
Electrical engineers in California earn a median of $144,040 per year ($69.25 per hour), compared with $120,630 nationally.
Does California pay electrical engineers well?
At $144,040, California pays 19% above the national median for electrical engineers. An estimated 24,230 work in the state.