Hourly Wage for Electrical and Computer Engineer Salary in the United States

Electrical and Computer Engineer Salary in the United States

What is the highest and lowest hourly pay for Electrical and Computer Engineer?

As of January 01, 2026, the average hourly pay of Electrical and Computer Engineer in the United States is $28. While Salary.com is seeing that the highest pay for Electrical and Computer Engineer in the US can go up to $33 and the lowest down to $23, but most earn between $25 and $31. Salary.com shows the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Electrical and Computer Engineer in the United States.

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Electrical and Computer Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Hourly Pay Rate Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Electrical and Computer Engineer Salary $23 US January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Electrical and Computer Engineer Salary $25 US January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Electrical and Computer Engineer Salary $28 US January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Electrical and Computer Engineer Salary $31 US January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Electrical and Computer Engineer Salary $33 US January 01, 2026
25% $25 10% $23 90% $33 75% $31 $28 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is A Electrical and Computer Engineer ?

Electrical and Computer Engineers design, develop, and test electrical systems and computer hardware. They work on a variety of projects, including telecommunications, power generation, and embedded systems. Responsibilities include analyzing user needs, creating specifications, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Engineers often collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate hardware and software solutions. Salaries for Electrical and Computer Engineers vary based on factors such as experience, education, location, and industry. Entry-level positions typically offer compet...

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    Electrical and Computer Engineer

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    Electrical Engineering Technician II

    1 - 3 years experience
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Average Hourly Wage

Core compensation

 
 
 
25
31
28

Average Total Hourly Cash Compensation

Includes base and short-term incentives

 
 
 
24
32
28
These charts show the average hourly wage (core compensation), as well as the average total hourly cash compensation for the job of Electrical and Computer Engineer in the United States. The average hourly rate for Electrical and Computer Engineer ranges from $25 to $31 with the average hourly pay of $28. The total hourly cash compensation, which includes base and short-term incentives, can vary anywhere from $24 to $32 with the average total hourly cash compensation of $28.

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