Electrical Engineers Hourly Pay
Median hourly wage: $58.00
Hourly Wage Percentiles
| Percentile | Hourly Wage |
|---|---|
| 10th | $36.80 |
| 25th | $44.63 |
| Median | $58.00 |
| 75th | $73.53 |
| 90th | $88.61 |
Data source: BLS OES national file · U.S. BLS OES, May 2024 (updated April 2025)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do electrical engineers make an hour?
The median hourly wage is $58.00; the mean hourly wage is $60.15.
What is the entry-level hourly pay for electrical engineers?
Workers at the 10th percentile earn about $36.80 per hour — a common proxy for entry-level pay.
What is the top hourly pay for electrical engineers?
Workers at the 90th percentile earn about $88.61 per hour.