As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Electrical Project Engineer in Houston, TX is $148,273, equivalent to $71 per hour, $2,851 weekly, or $12,356 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Electrical Project Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Electrical Project Engineer in Houston, TX vary widely, spanning from $126,506 to $163,956. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($136,879) and 75th percentile ($156,482), while top earners (90th percentile) make $163,956 per year. This $19,603 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or AutoCAD, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Houston Electrical Project Engineer often earn 2.3% lower than national averages. However, Houston currently ranks 356 statewide for Electrical Project Engineer job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Electrical Project Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Electrical Project Engineer Salary $126,506 Houston, TX April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Electrical Project Engineer Salary $136,879 Houston, TX April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Electrical Project Engineer Salary $148,273 Houston, TX April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Electrical Project Engineer Salary $156,482 Houston, TX April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Electrical Project Engineer Salary $163,956 Houston, TX April 01, 2026
25% $136,879 10% $126,506 90% $163,956 75% $156,482 $148,273 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Houston, Texas    Houston is located 165 miles (266 km) east of Austin, 88 miles (142 km) west of the Louisiana border, and 250 miles (400 km) south of Dallas. The city....More

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