Electronic and Communication Engineer Salary in the United States

How much does an Electronic and Communication Engineer make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Electronic and Communication Engineer in the United States is $92,920 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $45.

However, an Electronic and Communication Engineer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $108,815
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $87,128 to $101,240
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $81,854
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Electronic and Communication Engineer Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $101,240 $8,437 $1,947 $49
Average $92,920 $7,743 $1,787 $45
25th Percentile $87,128 $7,261 $1,676 $42
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Key Factors That Influence Electronic and Communication Engineer Salaries

An Electronic and Communication Engineer'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Electronic and Communication Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Electronic and Communication Engineer'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): $77,476
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $91,186
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $103,137
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $128,267
  • Expert (over 8 years): $153,899
Levels Salary
Quality A... Level Electronic and Communication Engineer$77,476
Electroni... Level Electronic and Communication Engineer$91,186
Quality A... Level Electronic and Communication Engineer$103,137
Quality A... Level Electronic and Communication Engineer$128,267
Quality A... Level Electronic and Communication Engineer$153,899
$77,476 0 yr
$91,186 < 2 yrs
$103,137 2-4 yrs
$128,267 5-8 yrs
$153,899 > 8 yrs
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What Am I Worth?

How Do Electronic and Communication Engineer 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 Electronic and Communication Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $102,881.
  • California: $102,491.
  • Massachusetts: $101,125.

Top Paying Cities for Electronic and Communication Engineers

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:

  • San Jose: $117,200
  • San Francisco: $115,917
  • Oakland: $113,474

What Skills Can Increase an Electronic and Communication Engineer's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 6.01% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • API (Mentioned in 3.07% Job Postings): An application programming interface is a way for two or more computer programs to communicate with each other. It is a type of software interface, offering a service to other pieces of software.
  • JavaScript (Mentioned in 2.13% Job Postings): Using JavaScript in the development and maintenance of Web-based application systems.
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Analysis 6.01%
API 3.07%
JavaScript 2.13%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on an Electronic and Communication Engineer's salary.
  • iOS: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
  • Python: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
  • Jenkins: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
iOS
 $100,353
8%
Python
 $98,495
6%
Jenkins
 $97,566
5%
Software Development
 $97,566
5%
Java
 $96,637
4%
JavaScript
 $96,637
4%
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Electronic and Communication Engineer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Electronic and Communication Engineer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Electronic and Communication Engineer positions in Transportation or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Electronic and Communication Engineer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Electronic and Communication Engineer

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense$111,504$54.020%
Biotechnology$111,504$54.020%
Financial Services$111,504$54.020%
Pharmaceuticals$111,504$54.020%
Software & Networking$111,504$54.020%

How Education impacts an Electronic and Communication Engineer's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Electronic and Communication Engineers enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Electronic and Communication Engineer with a Bachelor's Degree is between $84,931 and $88,778).

Electronic and Communication Engineer Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Electronic and Communication Engineer
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.3%
High School 5.5%
Associates 3.6%
Bachelors 58.1%
Masters 31.7%
Doctorate 0.8%
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Electronic and Communication Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Electronic and Communication Engineer'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.

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$87,128
Average $92,920/year
$101,240
$7,261
Average $7,743/month
$8,437
$1,676
Average $1,787/week
$1,947
$42
Average $45/hour
$49
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $101,240 $8,437 $1,947 $49
Average $92,920 $7,743 $1,787 $45
25th Percentile $87,128 $7,261 $1,676 $42

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Salary Trends for Electronic and Communication Engineer

Salaries for an Electronic and Communication Engineer can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $85,845 in 2023 to around $85,652 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Electronic and Communication Engineer salary trends, .

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