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

An Electrical Engineer Technologist's salary grows with experience: starting around $73,227 for beginners, reaching about $75,695 at mid-level, and approach $79,359 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Electrical Engineer Technologist?

Electrical Engineer Technologist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Electrical Engineer Technologist roles are District of Columbia $75,134, California $74,849, Massachusetts $73,852. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Electrical Engineer Technologist roles make?

Salaries for Electrical Engineer Technologist level roles vary by specialization: Electrical Engineer VI: $200,798; Electrical Controls Engineer III: $121,561; Senior Electrical Engineer: $120,783; Electrical Control Systems Technologist: $113,450; Electrical Controls Engineer II: $100,955.

Electrical Engineer Technologist Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an Electrical Engineer Technologist make in District of Columbia?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for an Electrical Engineer Technologist in District of Columbia is $75,134 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $36.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $87,805
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $67,056 to $81,767
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $59,702

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Electrical Engineer Technologist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$81,767	$6,814	$1,572	$39
Average	$75,134	$6,261	$1,445	$36
25th Percentile	$67,056	$5,588	$1,290	$32

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Key Factors That Influence Electrical Engineer Technologist Salaries

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.

How Experience Level Affects Electrical Engineer Technologist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Electrical Engineer 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): $73,227
Early Career (1-2 years): $73,451
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $75,695
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $78,312
Expert (over 8 years): $79,359

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Electrical Engineer Technologist	$73,227
Intermediate Level Electrical Engineer Technologist	$73,451
Senior Level Electrical Engineer Technologist	$75,695
Specialist Level Electrical Engineer Technologist	$78,312
Expert Level Electrical Engineer Technologist	$79,359

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How Do Electrical Engineer 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 Electrical Engineer Technologists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $75,134.
California: $74,849.
Massachusetts: $73,852.

District of Columbia $75,134 California $74,849 Massachusetts $73,852 Washington $73,580 New Jersey $73,553 Alaska $73,458 Connecticut $72,522 New York $72,142

Hawaii $70,927 Rhode Island $70,357 Maryland $69,970 Minnesota $69,441 Colorado $69,237 Illinois $69,169 Oregon $68,912 Delaware $68,722

New Hampshire $68,602 Virginia $68,335 Pennsylvania $67,554 Nevada $67,161 North Dakota $67,032 Michigan $66,828 Wisconsin $66,754 Vermont $66,604

Texas $66,190 Maine $66,163 Arizona $66,122 Ohio $66,075 Georgia $65,451 Indiana $65,139 Wyoming $65,077 Utah $64,982

Iowa $64,942 Kansas $64,616 Louisiana $64,521 North Carolina $64,487 Missouri $64,474 Florida $64,209 Montana $64,066 Nebraska $63,931

Kentucky $63,856 South Carolina $63,585 Tennessee $63,415 Idaho $63,347 New Mexico $62,852 Oklahoma $62,743 Alabama $62,343 South Dakota $61,671

Arkansas $61,304 West Virginia $61,108 Mississippi $60,517

Top Paying Cities for Electrical Engineer 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: $75,134
Washington: $75,134
Naval Anacost Annex: $75,134

Parcel Return Service, DC $75,134 Washington, DC $75,134 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $75,134 Washington Navy Yard, DC $75,134

Electrical Engineer Technologist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

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.

Last Updated on January 01, 2026

$67,056

Average $75,134/year

$81,767

$5,588

Average $6,261/month

$6,814

$1,290

Average $1,445/week

$1,572

$32

Average $36/hour

$39

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$81,767	$6,814	$1,572	$39
Average	$75,134	$6,261	$1,445	$36
25th Percentile	$67,056	$5,588	$1,290	$32

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