What are the main factors that influence an Electrical Designer's salary?

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

How does experience change An Electrical Designer's salary?

An Electrical Designer's salary grows with experience: an Electrical Designer I (0-2 years)earns $72,920, an Electrical Designer (2-4 years)earns $84,013, an Electrical Designer III (4-7 years)earns $93,491,

What are the highest paying states for an Electrical Designer?

Electrical Designer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Electrical Designer roles are District of Columbia $84,572, California $84,251, Massachusetts $83,128. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Electrical Designer roles make?

Salaries for Electrical Designer level roles vary by specialization: Electrical Lead Designer: $152,311; Electrical and Instrumentation Designer: $108,329; Assistant Electrical Designer: $98,553; Senior Electrical Designer: $85,755; Electrical Designer III: $84,304.

Electrical Designer Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an Electrical Designer make in District of Columbia?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for an Electrical Designer in District of Columbia is $84,572 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $41.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $99,086
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $77,401 to $92,169
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $70,873

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Electrical Designer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$92,169	$7,681	$1,772	$44
Average	$84,572	$7,048	$1,626	$41
25th Percentile	$77,401	$6,450	$1,488	$37

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Key Factors That Influence Electrical Designer Salaries

An Electrical Designer'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 Do Electrical Designer 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 Designers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $84,572.
California: $84,251.
Massachusetts: $83,128.

District of Columbia $84,572 California $84,251 Massachusetts $83,128 Washington $82,823 New Jersey $82,792 Alaska $82,685 Connecticut $81,631 New York $81,204

Hawaii $79,836 Rhode Island $79,195 Maryland $78,759 Minnesota $78,164 Colorado $77,934 Illinois $77,858 Oregon $77,568 Delaware $77,354

New Hampshire $77,219 Virginia $76,918 Pennsylvania $76,040 Nevada $75,597 North Dakota $75,452 Michigan $75,223 Wisconsin $75,139 Vermont $74,971

Texas $74,505 Maine $74,474 Arizona $74,428 Ohio $74,375 Georgia $73,672 Indiana $73,321 Wyoming $73,252 Utah $73,145

Iowa $73,099 Kansas $72,733 Louisiana $72,626 North Carolina $72,588 Missouri $72,572 Florida $72,274 Montana $72,114 Nebraska $71,961

Kentucky $71,877 South Carolina $71,572 Tennessee $71,381 Idaho $71,304 New Mexico $70,747 Oklahoma $70,624 Alabama $70,174 South Dakota $69,418

Arkansas $69,005 West Virginia $68,784 Mississippi $68,119

Top Paying Cities for Electrical Designers

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: $84,572
Washington: $84,572
Naval Anacost Annex: $84,572

Parcel Return Service, DC $84,572 Washington, DC $84,572 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $84,572 Washington Navy Yard, DC $84,572

Electrical Designer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Electrical Designer'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 February 01, 2026

$77,401

Average $84,572/year

$92,169

$6,450

Average $7,048/month

$7,681

$1,488

Average $1,626/week

$1,772

$37

Average $41/hour

$44

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$92,169	$7,681	$1,772	$44
Average	$84,572	$7,048	$1,626	$41
25th Percentile	$77,401	$6,450	$1,488	$37

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