Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Illinois | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $107,860 | $118,932 | -9% |
| Median hourly wage | $51.86 | $57.18 | -9% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $107,860.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago | $116,067 | $78,750 | $152,250 | 107 |
The median annual salary for a Electrical Engineer in Illinois is $107,860, or about $51.86 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Electrical Engineers is $118,932. Illinois is -9% below the national median.
Entry-level electrical engineers in Illinois typically earn from $78,750 depending on the city and employer.
With 5,460 electrical engineer jobs on record and a median salary of $107,860, Illinois offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.