As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Electrical Systems Engineer in Houston, TX is $91,052, equivalent to $44 per hour, $1,751 weekly, or $7,588 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Electrical Systems Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Electrical Systems Engineer in Houston, TX vary widely, spanning from $74,863 to $107,165. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($82,578) and 75th percentile ($99,486), while top earners (90th percentile) make $107,165 per year. This $16,908 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, Houston Electrical Systems Engineer often earn 2.3% lower than national averages. However, Houston currently ranks 356 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 $74,863 Houston, TX April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Electrical Systems Engineer Salary $82,578 Houston, TX April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Electrical Systems Engineer Salary $91,052 Houston, TX April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Electrical Systems Engineer Salary $99,486 Houston, TX April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Electrical Systems Engineer Salary $107,165 Houston, TX April 01, 2026
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    Electrical Systems Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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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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