What are the main factors that influence an Electronics Engineering Technologist's salary?

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

How does experience change an Electronics Engineering Technologist's salary?

An Electronics Engineering Technologist's salary grows with experience: starting around $71,107 for beginners, reaching about $73,504 at mid-level, and approach $77,062 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Electronics Engineering Technologist?

Electronics Engineering Technologist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Electronics Engineering Technologist roles are District of Columbia $71,870, California $71,597, Massachusetts $70,643. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Electronics Engineering Technologist roles make?

Salaries for Electronics Engineering Technologist level roles vary by specialization: Electronics Design Engineering Director: $238,050; Electronics Engineering Director: $238,046; Electronics Engineering Senior Manager: $203,601; Electronics Design Engineering Manager: $171,610; Electronics Engineering Manager: $171,608.

Electronics Engineering Technologist Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an Electronics Engineering Technologist make in District of Columbia?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for an Electronics Engineering Technologist in District of Columbia is $71,870 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $35.

However, an Electronics Engineering Technologist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $84,508
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $64,026 to $78,485
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $56,884

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Electronics Engineering Technologist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$78,485	$6,540	$1,509	$38
Average	$71,870	$5,989	$1,382	$35
25th Percentile	$64,026	$5,335	$1,231	$31

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Key Factors That Influence Electronics Engineering Technologist Salaries

An Electronics Engineering Technologist's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Electronics Engineering Technologist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Electronics Engineering Technologist's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $71,107
Early Career (1-2 years): $71,325
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $73,504
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $76,045
Expert (over 8 years): $77,062

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Electronics Engineering Technologist	$71,107
Intermediate Level Electronics Engineering Technologist	$71,325
Senior Level Electronics Engineering Technologist	$73,504
Specialist Level Electronics Engineering Technologist	$76,045
Expert Level Electronics Engineering Technologist	$77,062

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How Do Electronics Engineering Technologist 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 Electronics Engineering Technologists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $71,870.
California: $71,597.
Massachusetts: $70,643.

District of Columbia $71,870 California $71,597 Massachusetts $70,643 Washington $70,383 New Jersey $70,357 Alaska $70,266 Connecticut $69,371 New York $69,007

Hawaii $67,845 Rhode Island $67,300 Maryland $66,930 Minnesota $66,424 Colorado $66,229 Illinois $66,164 Oregon $65,917 Delaware $65,736

New Hampshire $65,621 Virginia $65,366 Pennsylvania $64,619 Nevada $64,243 North Dakota $64,119 Michigan $63,925 Wisconsin $63,853 Vermont $63,710

Texas $63,314 Maine $63,289 Arizona $63,250 Ohio $63,204 Georgia $62,607 Indiana $62,308 Wyoming $62,250 Utah $62,159

Iowa $62,120 Kansas $61,809 Louisiana $61,718 North Carolina $61,685 Missouri $61,672 Florida $61,419 Montana $61,283 Nebraska $61,153

Kentucky $61,082 South Carolina $60,822 Tennessee $60,660 Idaho $60,595 New Mexico $60,121 Oklahoma $60,017 Alabama $59,634 South Dakota $58,991

Arkansas $58,641 West Virginia $58,453 Mississippi $57,888

Top Paying Cities for Electronics Engineering Technologists

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: $71,870
Washington: $71,870
Naval Anacost Annex: $71,870

Parcel Return Service, DC $71,870 Washington, DC $71,870 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $71,870 Washington Navy Yard, DC $71,870

Electronics Engineering Technologist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Electronics Engineering Technologist'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 January 01, 2026

$64,026

Average $71,870/year

$78,485

$5,335

Average $5,989/month

$6,540

$1,231

Average $1,382/week

$1,509

$31

Average $35/hour

$38

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$78,485	$6,540	$1,509	$38
Average	$71,870	$5,989	$1,382	$35
25th Percentile	$64,026	$5,335	$1,231	$31

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