As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Electrical Systems Engineer in Reno, NV is $91,394, equivalent to $44 per hour, $1,758 weekly, or $7,616 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 Reno, NV vary widely, spanning from $75,128 to $107,606. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($82,880) and 75th percentile ($99,880), while top earners (90th percentile) make $107,606 per year. This $17,000 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, Reno Electrical Systems Engineer often earn 1.2% higher than national averages. However, Reno currently ranks 337 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 $75,128 Reno, NV August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Electrical Systems Engineer Salary $82,880 Reno, NV August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Electrical Systems Engineer Salary $91,394 Reno, NV August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Electrical Systems Engineer Salary $99,880 Reno, NV August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Electrical Systems Engineer Salary $107,606 Reno, NV August 01, 2026
25% $82,880 10% $75,128 90% $107,606 75% $99,880 $91,394 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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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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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

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