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

An Electrical Engineering Technician's salary grows with experience: an Electrical Engineering Technician (0-1 years)earns $60,532, an Electrical Engineering Technician II (1-3 years)earns $66,855, an Electrical Engineering Technician III (3-5 years)earns $74,546,

What are the highest paying states for an Electrical Engineering Technician?

Electrical Engineering Technician salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Electrical Engineering Technician roles are District of Columbia $61,801, California $61,567, Massachusetts $60,746. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Electrical Engineering Technician roles make?

Salaries for Electrical Engineering Technician level roles vary by specialization: Electrical Engineering Director: $191,673; Electrical Engineering Manager: $147,088; Electrical Engineering Supervisor II: $124,164; Electrical Engineering Supervisor I: $98,443; Senior Electrical Engineering Technician: $67,990.

Electrical Engineering Technician Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an Electrical Engineering Technician make in District of Columbia?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for an Electrical Engineering Technician in District of Columbia is $61,801 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $30.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $73,440
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $56,180 to $67,893
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $51,062

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Electrical Engineering Technician Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$67,893	$5,658	$1,306	$33
Average	$61,801	$5,150	$1,188	$30
25th Percentile	$56,180	$4,682	$1,080	$27

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Key Factors That Influence Electrical Engineering Technician Salaries

An Electrical Engineering Technician'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 Engineering Technician 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 Engineering Technicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $61,801.
California: $61,567.
Massachusetts: $60,746.

District of Columbia $61,801 California $61,567 Massachusetts $60,746 Washington $60,523 New Jersey $60,501 Alaska $60,423 Connecticut $59,652 New York $59,340

Hawaii $58,341 Rhode Island $57,872 Maryland $57,554 Minnesota $57,118 Colorado $56,951 Illinois $56,895 Oregon $56,683 Delaware $56,526

New Hampshire $56,428 Virginia $56,208 Pennsylvania $55,566 Nevada $55,243 North Dakota $55,137 Michigan $54,969 Wisconsin $54,908 Vermont $54,785

Texas $54,444 Maine $54,422 Arizona $54,389 Ohio $54,350 Georgia $53,836 Indiana $53,579 Wyoming $53,529 Utah $53,451

Iowa $53,417 Kansas $53,150 Louisiana $53,071 North Carolina $53,043 Missouri $53,032 Florida $52,815 Montana $52,697 Nebraska $52,586

Kentucky $52,524 South Carolina $52,301 Tennessee $52,162 Idaho $52,106 New Mexico $51,698 Oklahoma $51,609 Alabama $51,280 South Dakota $50,727

Arkansas $50,426 West Virginia $50,264 Mississippi $49,778

Top Paying Cities for Electrical Engineering Technicians

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: $61,466
Washington: $61,466
Naval Anacost Annex: $61,464

Parcel Return Service, DC $61,466 Washington, DC $61,466 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $61,464 Washington Navy Yard, DC $61,466

Electrical Engineering Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Electrical Engineering Technician'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 May 01, 2026

$56,180

Average $61,801/year

$67,893

$4,682

Average $5,150/month

$5,658

$1,080

Average $1,188/week

$1,306

$27

Average $30/hour

$33

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$67,893	$5,658	$1,306	$33
Average	$61,801	$5,150	$1,188	$30
25th Percentile	$56,180	$4,682	$1,080	$27

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