As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Electrical Systems Engineer in Denver, CO is $92,990, equivalent to $45 per hour, $1,788 weekly, or $7,749 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Electrical Systems Engineer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Electrical Systems Engineer in Denver, CO vary widely, spanning from $76,440 to $109,486. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($84,327) and 75th percentile ($101,625), while top earners (90th percentile) make $109,486 per year. This $17,298 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Design Engineering, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Denver Electrical Systems Engineer often earn 0.1% higher than national averages. However, Denver currently ranks 279 statewide for Electrical Systems 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 Systems Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Electrical Systems Engineer Salary $76,440 Denver, CO August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Electrical Systems Engineer Salary $84,327 Denver, CO August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Electrical Systems Engineer Salary $92,990 Denver, CO August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Electrical Systems Engineer Salary $101,625 Denver, CO August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Electrical Systems Engineer Salary $109,486 Denver, CO August 01, 2026
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    Electrical Systems Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Electrical Engineer II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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