What are the main factors that influence an Electrical Controls Engineer I's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What are the highest paying states for an Electrical Controls Engineer I?

Electrical Controls Engineer I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Electrical Controls Engineer I roles are District of Columbia $90,178, California $89,836, Massachusetts $88,639. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Electrical Controls Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Electrical Controls Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Electrical Controls Engineer Senior: $122,901; Electrical Controls Engineer III: $122,884; Electrical Controls Engineer: $102,101; Electrical Controls Engineer II: $102,039; Project Controls Engineer I: $94,133.

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Electrical Controls Engineer I Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an Electrical Controls Engineer I make in District of Columbia?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Electrical Controls Engineer I in District of Columbia is $90,178 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $43.

However, an Electrical Controls Engineer I's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $101,523
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $80,988 to $96,117
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $72,622

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Electrical Controls Engineer I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$96,117	$8,010	$1,848	$46
Average	$90,178	$7,515	$1,734	$43
25th Percentile	$80,988	$6,749	$1,557	$39

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Key Factors That Influence Electrical Controls Engineer I Salaries

An Electrical Controls Engineer I's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Electrical Controls Engineer I Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Electrical Controls Engineer Is. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $90,178.
California: $89,836.
Massachusetts: $88,639.

District of Columbia $90,178 California $89,836 Massachusetts $88,639 Washington $88,313 New Jersey $88,280 Alaska $88,166 Connecticut $87,042 New York $86,586

Hawaii $85,128 Rhode Island $84,444 Maryland $83,980 Minnesota $83,345 Colorado $83,100 Illinois $83,019 Oregon $82,709 Delaware $82,481

New Hampshire $82,338 Virginia $82,017 Pennsylvania $81,080 Nevada $80,608 North Dakota $80,453 Michigan $80,209 Wisconsin $80,119 Vermont $79,940

Texas $79,443 Maine $79,411 Arizona $79,362 Ohio $79,305 Georgia $78,556 Indiana $78,181 Wyoming $78,108 Utah $77,994

Iowa $77,945 Kansas $77,554 Louisiana $77,440 North Carolina $77,399 Missouri $77,383 Florida $77,065 Montana $76,894 Nebraska $76,731

Kentucky $76,642 South Carolina $76,316 Tennessee $76,112 Idaho $76,031 New Mexico $75,436 Oklahoma $75,306 Alabama $74,825 South Dakota $74,019

Arkansas $73,579 West Virginia $73,343 Mississippi $72,634

Top Paying Cities for Electrical Controls Engineer Is

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Parcel Return Service: $89,689
Washington: $89,689
Naval Anacost Annex: $89,685

Parcel Return Service, DC $89,689 Washington, DC $89,689 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $89,685 Washington Navy Yard, DC $89,689

Electrical Controls Engineer I Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Electrical Controls Engineer I salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $90,178. While startup companies pay approximate $90,178.

Electrical Controls Engineer I Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$90,178
Growth Stage	51~500	$90,178
Established	501~5000	$90,178
Enterprise	5000+	$90,178

Electrical Controls Engineer I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Electrical Controls Engineer I's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

$80,988

Average $90,178/year

$96,117

$6,749

Average $7,515/month

$8,010

$1,557

Average $1,734/week

$1,848

$39

Average $43/hour

$46

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$96,117	$8,010	$1,848	$46
Average	$90,178	$7,515	$1,734	$43
25th Percentile	$80,988	$6,749	$1,557	$39

Electrical Controls Engineer I Salary Growth & Career Path

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For an Electrical Controls Engineer I, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Electrical Controls Engineer II role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $112,978 - a projected growth of 25% over your current level.

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