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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Electrical Engineer Technologist in Colorado is $69,230 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $33.
However, an Electrical Engineer Technologist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Electrical Engineer Technologist Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $75,347 | $6,279 | $1,449 | $36 |
| Average | $69,230 | $5,769 | $1,331 | $33 |
| 25th Percentile | $61,779 | $5,148 | $1,188 | $30 |
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An Electrical Engineer 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.
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 Engineer Technologists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
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:
For Electrical Engineer Technologist 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 Construction and Insurance sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Electrical Engineer Technologist positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Internet typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Electrical Engineer Technologist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Construction | $83,076 | $40.0 | 20% |
| Insurance | $79,615 | $38.0 | 15% |
| MFG Nondurable | $77,538 | $37.0 | 12% |
| Business Services | $76,153 | $37.0 | 10% |
| Media | $74,077 | $36.0 | 7% |
Understanding how an Electrical Engineer 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.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $75,347 | $6,279 | $1,449 | $36 |
| Average | $69,230 | $5,769 | $1,331 | $33 |
| 25th Percentile | $61,779 | $5,148 | $1,188 | $30 |
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