As of October 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Electrical Project Engineer in Reno, NV is $148,834, equivalent to $72 per hour, $2,862 weekly, or $12,403 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Electrical Project Engineer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Electrical Project Engineer in Reno, NV vary widely, spanning from $126,935 to $164,556. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($137,371) and 75th percentile ($157,063), while top earners (90th percentile) make $164,556 per year. This $19,692 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, Reno Electrical Project Engineer often earn 1.2% higher than national averages. However, Reno currently ranks 337 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 $126,935 Reno, NV October 01, 2026
25th Percentile Electrical Project Engineer Salary $137,371 Reno, NV October 01, 2026
50th Percentile Electrical Project Engineer Salary $148,834 Reno, NV October 01, 2026
75th Percentile Electrical Project Engineer Salary $157,063 Reno, NV October 01, 2026
90th Percentile Electrical Project Engineer Salary $164,556 Reno, NV October 01, 2026
25% $137,371 10% $126,935 90% $164,556 75% $157,063 $148,834 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Reno, Nevada    Reno (/ˈriːnoʊ/ REE-noh) is a city in the U.S. state of Nevada, located in the northwestern part of the state, approximately 22 miles (35 km) from Lak....More

Reno, Nevada  area prices were up 2.5% from a year ago

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